ACMP HUDDLES at PMA

Thursday, 18 June 2009

By now all of the ACMP members should have recieved their free registration with PMA for this years show. If you havent check your junk mail, or that your subscription is current. Once agian the ACMP will have Huddles and a space to catch up with your peers and old friends, grab a coffee, and chew the fat. Come along and see the Signature Exhibition, see Projections09 if you missed it in a cinema, and let us know what we can do to make next year bigger and better for our members. JOin us at Stand 447, just behind L&P, however note that the Huddles below will be held in a different space above Hall 4.

Also please note that there is a change in the schedule as Ian Butterworth has a job on, and cant make it, instead, we have one of his retouchers cover the ground of the relationship of an advertising photographer and their retoucher.

See you there

ACMP HUDDLES - Exhibitor Lounge
Above Hall 4 on the mezzanine level

Friday 26th June
11:00 am Speaker: Ines from Electric Art
A photographer’s Relationship with their retoucher

12:00 pm Hosted by Gavin Blue
Value Yourself: A close look at different pricing
models for photographers

1:00 pm Speaker: Sally Brownbill
Unforgettable Folios

Saturday 27th June

11:00 am Speaker: Sally Brownbill
Unforgettable Folios

1:00pm Speaker: Ines from Electric Art
A photographer’s Relationship with their retoucher

30% to 50% Capital Allowence for Businesses!

Friday, 05 June 2009

50% CAPITAL INVESTMENT ALLOWANCE FOR BUSINESSES!

The tax concession for small business with a turnover of less than $2 million has increased from 30% to 50% for investments in assets made between December 2008 and December 2009.

You will be eligible to claim a tax deduction of 50% of the cost of the equipment. This deduction is above the regular deductions that you already can claim i.e. depreciation, interest and GST.

The key points are:
* For new assets only (not secondhand).
* Must have a cost price in excess of $10,000
($1,000 if business turnover is less than $2 million per annum).
* Acquired or ordered between 13th December 2008 & December 2009.

If investing in new equipment can make your business leaner and fitter then it probably deserves serious consideration. With interest rates at 40 year lows, an extra 50% tax deduction makes it a good time to act.
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The tax deduction that you can claim for the above in the first 12 months is;
* 15% depreciation
* PLUS 50% INVESTMENT ALLLOWANCE (65%)

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Note : The above is a guide only….. for further details please call L&P/Corplease or consult your accountant.

Please contact L&P on (02) 9906 2733 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Pojections 09 is here! Brisbane Saturday and Canberra Friday

Tuesday, 26 May 2009

ACMP Projections in Association with SONY 2009 will be showcasing a series of new works from 15 of Australia’s top emerging photographers in a stunning high definition multimedia presentation on 30 foot high screen this May, ensures that the winners can be recognized by the creative and Photographic industries as well as the public as Australia’s best emerging photographic talent. Featuring the 15 finalists from the Projections 09 photographic competition, this is some of the best and most dynamic visual imagery you’ll see this year.
Finalists this year are:
Mikael Wardhana
Harrison Saragossi
Craig Proudford
Hamish Gregory
Stephen David
Natalie Grono
George Voulgaropoulos
Shane Rozario
Lee Grant
Ward Roberts
Dan ODay
Billy Law
Stewart Leishman
Andrew Babarczy
Kristian Taylorwood
This innovative approach of exhibiting stills in a cinematic environment accompanied by ambient soundtrack allows viewers to sit back and experience the best contemporary photography in Australia by the newest wave of hot talent. With highly successful screenings in 2006 and 2007, and with 2008 a sell out in Sydney and Melbourne, means 2009 is likely to sell out quickly, so head to Moshtix for your tickets.
Winner of best emerging Commercial Photographer, Art Photographer and Editorial Photographer will be announced on the night followed by an after party featuring DJs, food and drinks all included in the ticket price.
Projections 2009 is all about the promotion of photographic talent that is big on imagination, innovation and creativity. Working in a digital industry, pushing boundaries, and being on the cutting edge, drive the sense of discovery that characterises Projections.

Brisbane

Queensland Centre of Photography on Saturday 6th June. 32 Cordelia St South Brisbabne (Free Entry) 6pm

Canberra

M16 gallery space in Canberra. Wed 3rd-Sun 7th June. We'll have an official launch there on Fri 5th June, starting at 6pm (FREE ENTRY).

Have a look at last years finalists and got more information at www.theprojections.com

Dont just Survive, Thrive, PMA Sydney June 2009

Monday, 18 May 2009

Does your business need a shot in the arm? Get to the Professional Creative Imaging Conference at the PMA Australia 2009 Imaging Technology Show for a full day of actionable ideas as leading photographers share their tips and techniques for boosting business.

Sessions include:

Wedding Marketing and Production Techniques for Generation Y Markets
With Ryan Schembri, Xsight

Printing on Alternative Inkjet Materials
With Les Walkling, Les Walkling

Lighting Techniques for the Fast and the Furious
With David Anderson, David Anderson Photography

DAMsimple – Digital Asset Management Made Simple
With Robert Edwards, Australian Institute of Professional Photography

Before the Professional Creative Imaging Conference starts, see the latest photo gear and equipment at the PMA Australia 2009 Imaging Technology Show, featuring more than 100 major photo companies from Australia and overseas.

While on the trade show floor, stop at the Picture Place for expert insight into the professional market at no charge. Be sure to also see the Global Gallery, a collection of Australia’s finest images.

Register Now
Get a Professional Creative Imaging Conference Pass, which includes all Professional Creative Imaging Conference sessions on Sunday and admission to the trade show on ALL days, for only $30.

Or get a FREE Expo-Only Badge when you preregister by 27 May. All ACMP members with paid subscriptions on May 27th are pre gegistered by the ACMP........... so sit back and relax!