 Tom W. Hauber |
International Library of Photography About a month ago, I submitted a photo to the International Library of Photography's photo contest, I just got a letter stating that I am now a semi-finalist, and my photo is going to be published in a book. Of course, I have the chance to buy the book, but it is stated that there is no obligation at all, and my photo will be published regardless of if I buy or not, is this for real? Thanks.
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John White |
I think you will find most photos are published. Send in a shocker and see. Not a bad way to sell books! We all love to see our photos published
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BetterPhotoJim.com - Jim Miotke  Contact Jim Miotke Jim Miotke's Gallery |
First of all, congratulations. No matter what, it is an honor to be picked. I too was very happy when one of my shots became a semi-finalist. And I am still waiting to see if I become a finalist... In the meantime, I decided to save my money and not buy the book. If you have the money and want the book, it's okay. Like John said, we love to see our photos published. The best way, though, would be to start sending your photos to various buyers and stock agencies. If you can get your work in a stock catalog that does not charge to be listed, you will both be published and potentially make some money.
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John A. Lind |
Took a bit of web searching. I had never heard of them and am skeptical also about their book. Sounds like the "International Who's Who of [fill in level of education or profession here]" books, and would definitely want to know more about it before buying one . . . such as selection and rejection percentages for publication and how many public libraries buy it. If you want to know more about them or their address, it's here: http://www.picture.com/about/aboutus.php An alternative idea if you want exposure to the fine arts community: -- John
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Linda Perez |
I also entered the contest with The International Library of Photography, and am a semi-finalist. I did not buy the PRE-published price. In my mind, if they think my photo is good enough to be printed in a book, I should be recieving a complimentary copy! I viewed some of their previous books and found them to be nothing but glorified photo albums. I was disappointed with the whole reprsentation, putting my photo on a bunch of coffee mugs? I feel like it's just a scam. I am an amatuer photogapher, and the picture I sent is one of my favorite shots. The recognition from this organization does'nt make me proud, but insulted.
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robert G. Fately |
I too submitted a photo and was selected with the "special offer" to buy the book - and figured it's another Who's Who scam. So I didn;t order the book and I'm waiting to see if they still publish my shot in their upcoming edition.
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Debbie Groff |
I, too, was selected. I didn't buy the book either.
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John White |
Ive just recieved a letter with my photo in a window on the front! I dont plan to buy the book. I already have a copy of the photo!
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Cheryll Williams |
My niece submitted a photo she took with a point and shoot amost two years ago, she also is waiting, she didn't order the book. I submtted a photo just a month ago, an I also recieved the same offer. So look on the web for other contests, that are more valid. We really need to get the word out about this contest! Be carefull of the ones that state you give up all rights to your photo. They are just looking for stock photo's they can sell for thier own profit. There is a contest in the Popular Photography Magazine each onth, for "Your Best Shot". Check that out. Good luck.!!! Don't be dissallusioned, keep shooting!
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Michelle Campbell |
I have had 4 pics published by them in the last 2 years. Each time I received a letter talking about how I was a finalist. One of the pics I submitted was a wonderful pic of my 2 year old daughter so I purchased a book to put in the little collection of things that I've assembled to give her when she either gets married or turns 21, whichever! And the book is a wonderful addition to that collection. I will never regret spending that money, but obviously, I had a different reason for doing so other than just the competition. It, is however VERY COOl to see a photograph that you did take in a hardback book. =0) Very encouraging! Michelle
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Janice Unfried |
I have also submitted photographs to theis website. It was only pics that I took on my little point and shoot. At first I thought great but now I will not be submitting any more to them as they seem to accept everything and the books are like glorified photo albums (as someone previously said.
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Kevin T. McGuinness |
A friend of mine also received the same recognition for a photo. Do a little math. 250 page book with 6 photos per page. That's 1500 photos @ $100 = $150,000. That assumes you pay a little extra to say something about yourself and since this plays on your ego, most will pay the extra. Even if the copies cost $20 to produce, that's $120,000. Yes, some people won't buy a copy but it is still a 400% profit on each person that signs up. Hmmmmmmm, makes you want to start a contest.
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