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Copyright 23-Feb-2005 At 12:11:01 AM cheesehead

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I'm glad this topic got aired, Simon :)

Some good points, especially about being able to survive as a climbing photographer, climber, etc.
So far, I've found the UK and Canadian climbing mags aren't vastly different from Rock. The editors tend to stick with the formula (and therefore usually the photographers) they know. Most established or serious photog's don't tend to devote too much time and energy to them, almost like one would a stock library (Simon, I've found Alistair Lee insightful RE stock).
The US mags seem a lot better - more open to new people and ideas. I guess a lot of this is due to the greater market, and more widespread nature or recreational rock climbing in the country. Through this and other avenues, there tends to be more money in it at various levels. In hindsight, perhaps the US recreational scene is what you're alluding to, Anthony?

With respect to subjects rights, as opposed to the photog's copyrights, it seems that editorial usage doesn't pose problems for people, but advertising is where model releases, etc come into play.... a very uninspiring area to get into.
Does anyone else have much dealing with releases, and the necessity of them for different uses?