New ASMP National President from Pittsburgh!

As a professional Pittsburgh photographer, and founding Pittsburgh ASMP chapter member, I'd like to thank Richard Kelly and say congratulations for stepping up to ASMP National President. This job is not for the weak of heart. There are lots of arrows to dodge and critics to deal with, all while trying to maintain your own photography business. I have worked with Richard in the past on the local board of directors and I'm confident he will remain focused and on message about the changes that need to take place within the National Organization.

ASMP is a funny place. Lots of everyone saying they could do things better, but then those very same people not stepping up and volunteering to do the heavy lifting. In the past few years, Richard has taken on the role as a photo educator and has helped many young students and aspiring photographers understand that our business is more than just "taking pictures", but instead an ever moving target of economic swings, copyright battles, and professional communication in the new digital age.

I wish Richard the best and I'm sure all my other Pittsburgh photographer ASMP members do as well.

Also a big thanks is in order to the local board for hosting a wonderful presentation on "The New Social Media" with Rosh Sillars last night at Point Park University. The talk was well attended and I learned a few things, which is always a great thing!

ASMP Seminar-New media Secrets with Rosh Sillars

I'm looking forward to attending this event aimed at commercial photographers.  Photographer and web socializing guru, Rosh Sillars will be speaking at Point Park University, downtown Pittsburgh on Wednesday, March 25th at 6PM.   I'm looking forward to attending this lecture and maybe finally get an idea of why it's important for me to be spending time on Facebook, blogging, LinkedIn, etc., etc.  It's all about the new social interaction with people that quite frankly, doesn't seem all that social to me, but then again, I'm an old guy and trying to stay hip and cool and stay in the business for another 30 years :-).  I'm open for all new ideas and this lecture has to be very interesting.   See ya there!  For additional information go to the ASMP Registration site to sign up.