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Chase Jarvis Impresses Again

Andrew Kamin — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:12:20 +0000

Chase Jarvis recently showcased the fun he & his talented support teams have been having with the Humble Monkey 360 T-2 Camera Truck. This behind the scenes footage shows the Camera Truck deployed with both HD-DSLR and a RED One Cinema rig. Great footage Chase! Way to let the “good shots roll”.

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Fair Use Explained

Andrew Kamin — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:25:37 +0000

National Public Radio’s Saturday Edition show broadcast a story examining the fine line between Fair Use and flat out copyright infringement. The five minute report by Joel Rose can be heard here.

Art & Copy – A Film By Doug Pray

Andrew Kamin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:46:47 +0000

Art & Copy is a powerful new film about advertising and inspiration. The creative is directed by Doug Pray (SURFWISE, SCRATCH, HYPE!) and explores some of the most influential advertising creatives of our time such as George Lois, Mary Wells, Dan Wieden, Lee Clow and Hal Riney.

“What’s different and perhaps surprising about this movie, is that it isn’t about bad advertising, that 98% which so often annoys and disrespects its audience. I didn’t want to make a doc that just trashes trashy advertising. Too easy, too obvious, and why bother? Instead, granted access to a handful of the greatest advertising minds of the last fifty years, I felt it could be a more powerful statement to focus the film only on those rare few who actually moved and inspired our culture with their work. And that higher standard made me want to make a film that reflected the same kind of disciplined artistic approach that my subjects used.” – Doug Pray

Art & Copy is currently viewing at the Oak Street Cinema in Minneapolis on Thursday, November 5th at 7pm. It will also be coming soon to the St. Anthony Main Theatre in Minneapolis although they do not specify when on their web page.

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You Can Call Me Dad

Andrew Kamin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:47:24 +0000

I’ve suspended my blogging in favor of carving out as much time as possible with my wife and new born son. Miles Nesta was born April 1st and since his arrival – as all parents will confirm – it has become a bit more challenging to keep all of the balls in the air. The HMP blog has not been updated as regularly as I would have liked especially as so much killer content awaits publishing.

For the patient among you, I’ll soon be releasing an additional installment of my interview with Kat Dalager as well as publishing a brand new series of interviews that I conducted with Mark Pakulski – the senior art buyer at Olson. In the coming weeks, I’ll also be launching an exciting new product that I’m confident will be well received by both still and video shooters alike. Thanks for your patience. It is great to be back….and as a dad.

Understanding Sequential Liability

Andrew Kamin — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:38:31 +0000

It has been widely reported that Omnicom, the worlds largest advertising agency holding company, has modified its terms and conditions putting into effect what is known as Sequential Liability. Under the terms of the new contracts, ad agencies will no longer assume liability for a project if a client doesn’t pay. Some agency contracts may not overtly refer to Sequential Liability as being in effect, but do refer to the agency as “acting as agent for” (the advertiser), which suggests the same thing. In either case, this could force a photographer to eat the cost of an ad shoot if a troubled advertiser (General Motors for example) fails to pay an ad agency.

The AICP (Association of Amercian Producers) recommends in cases where the agency is requesting the recognition of a “principal-agent” that the client (principal) should not be released from the obligation of payment until total payment is made to the production company. It should be clarified that even if the client pays the agency, the client remains liable if the agent defaults in fulfilling the payment obligation.

Furthermore, ASMP (American Society of Media Photographers) has recommended to it’s membership that photographers include in their paperwork a statement making it clear that there will be no grant of copyright license until all related assignment invoices are paid in full. Images should be registered with the Copyright Office immediately upon completion of the shoot and prior to first publication and/or possible infringement so that in the event that legal action – a last resort – is needed, recovery of statutory damages and court costs will be possible.

R.I.P. Rocky Mountain News

Andrew Kamin — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:45:47 +0000

The news that we as a country may lose an automaker is disappointing. The news what we as a country are losing newspapers is horrific. Both businesses site poor business models and a declining economy. Which is worth saving? As widely reported, the Rocky Mountain News published it’s final edition this morning. Posted onto Rockey’s web site is moving video feature of folks preparing for this sad and unfortunate eventuality.

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Holiday Greetings From Humble Monkey Productions

Andrew Kamin — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:59:44 +0000

Fallon Worldwide, Minneapolis, Awarded Boston Market Biz

Andrew Kamin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:22:47 +0000

Advertising Age is reporting that Fallon Worldwide, Minneapolis, has been awarded the 30 million dollar Boston Market business. Boston Maket will be empowering Fallon to incorporate its creative and media duties under one roof. The Golden, Colo.-based fast-casual chain — known for its rotisserie chicken and homestyle entrees and sides — operates some 600 company-owned restaurants in 28 states.

Farewell you dog

Andrew Kamin — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:38:57 +0000

Should we all wrap up a pair of size tens and send them to the White House as a gesture of our appreciation?

White House. Attn: Dog. 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Washington DC. 20500.

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Cool After Affects Endorsement

Andrew Kamin — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:04:52 +0000

An endorsement from me would not help either candidate and only one has earned my vote.

“Vote for Hope” was written by M.C. Yogi and produced by Robin Livingston. The “Vote for Hope” video was created at Ursa Minor Arts and Media in San Rafael, CA with chief animator James Curtis, using designs and direction from M.C. Yogi. Video funded and supported by grassroots donations.

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