ASPP is one of several organizations and associations that came together in 2006 under the umbrella name "Imagery Alliance." The mission is to advocate for the rights of our member associations and their constituencies, and to promote their shared interests. In addition, this coalition of professional and industry trade associations advocates for the protection of copyright interests for visual works.

Here are a few links to useful information about industry issues. Also, to some of our sister organizations which have developed helpful guidelines.

1. Copyright

U.S. Copyright Office

The Copyright Alliance

American Society of Media Photographers

Picture Archive Council of America

Advertising Photographers of America

Professional Photographers of America, Inc.

Artists Rights Society

2. Digital Standards

UPDIG: Universal Photographic Digital Imaging Guidelines

BAPLA

BAPLA/pic4Press

IPTC site

IPTC White Paper (PDF)

3. Licensing Standards

PLUS: Picture Licensing Universal System

4. ASPP Best Practices for Locating Copyright Owners

ASPP Best Practices for Locating Copyright Owners (PDF)

ASPP Best Practices for Locating Copyright Owners (Web Page)