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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

PICSEL-ID: reverse image search and indexing that connects licensees with rights holders. Free for PICSEL and BAPLA members, fee for non-members. Link in bio for more. #PICSELID #VisualArtists #BAPLA

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We've just distributed over £1 million RightShare® royalties this year. Claims for copies of published works are submitted from Jan to mid-Feb, & January can sneak up fast! If you want to be ready, act now. Thinking about joining, or unsure what to do? Talk to us. Link in bio. #PICSEL #JoinPICSEL

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We’re delighted to invite members to the #PICSEL #AGM: Tuesday, 15th September, 17:00 - 18:00 Iconic Images Gallery 16 Waterloo Place London SW1Y 4AR Followed by drinks to celebrate our 10 YEAR BIRTHDAY with invited guests. #Members, pls RSVP to info@picsel.org.uk by 9 Sep.

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World Photography Day @worldphotographyday.com · 19/08/2026

Happy World Photography Day! Post your best photos on social media, using tag #WorldPhotographyDay, or tagging our account! Photo: Slovenia, by Nina Lozej

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

History of Photography, part 9: reproduction. In 1862, UK law gave photographers the exclusive right to copy and reproduce their own work, & in 1884, the US case Burrow-Giles Lithographic Co. v Sarony confirmed photographs could be original, authored works. Head to our insta #CopyrightLaw #PICSEL

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

History of AI, part 9: by 2022, training image generators meant scraping billions of pictures off the open web - not licensing them. The law hasn't caught up. Read out full post on Instagram - link in bio #AICopyright #HistoryOfAI #LAION5B #StabilityAI

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

HOME is this year's World Photography Day theme. For PICSEL, that's the job: making sure income from your reused, copied or resold work finds its way back to you. Happy World Photography Day. Find out more about PICSEL - link in our bio #WorldPhotographyDay #PICSEL #collectingsociety

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ALCS @alcs.co.uk · 31/03/2026

Private copying money from around the world generates huge income for our members, which many of you received last week 💰 This report provides support for the Smart Fund in the UK which we'll continue campaigning for with BECS @dacs.org.uk @directors-uk.bsky.social @picsel-collective.bsky.social

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In May, we distributed £17.5 m to authors, publishers, and visual artists through our Member organisations @plslicensing.bsky.social, @alcs.co.uk, @dacs.org.uk and @picsel-collective.bsky.social. For insight into our work and ecosystem visit: bit.ly/49Erumr #Copyright #CreativeEconomy #CLA

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DACS - Design and Artists Copyright Society @dacs.org.uk · 24/07/2026

As technology has changed, so have the ways we privately copy. That's why we're working with @picsel-collective.bsky.social, BECS and @alcs.co.uk to call for a fair initiative like the Smart Fund that recognises and supports creators in the digital age.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We've posted the next two instalments in our occasional series on the history of photography - head on over to our insta to read about the rise of digital cameras, smartphones & the digital image today. Link in bio #HistoryofPhotography⁠ #DigitalImage #Digitalcameras⁠ #smartphones

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

UK, France, EU: three different answers on AI and copyright. EU: binding transparency law since Aug 2025. UK: stepped back from legislating, working groups instead. France: Darcos Bill passed the Senate, stuck in the Assembly since May. More in bio. *Not legal advice. #AICopyright #DarcosBill

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Over £6m distributed to members since 2016. If membership's been on your mind this summer we're here to talk when you're ready. Link in bio. #PICSEL #membership #fairpay

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

On our Instagram, we've been exploring the history of photography - over on the feed, in part 6, we look at analogue to digital: Bidwell, Kirsch & Early Pixels. Check out the full series in our Highlights. Link in bio. #historyofphotography

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Your work can keep earning long after its first use. Secondary uses generate royalties, and understanding secondary rights means your work stays valued, and paid for, well beyond its first licence. We help visual rights holders collect due royalties from secondary uses of works. Link in bio.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We love these messages: "I'm always bracing myself for a levelling off, or perhaps even a fall in the payment ...But you've done it again. A brilliant result.” Tim Lund, Ikon Images, on this year's RightShare® print royalty payment. Find out how you can earn - link in bio

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New videos from copyright lawyer Florian Koempel: a summer update AI & copyright - on UK government policy, and EU AI Act, in force from 2 August 2026, and the shorter-than-expected transition period for AI content labelling. Head over to @picselcollective on Insta, or our LinkedIn profile.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

A stat from the PLS Annual Conference in early July: 30% of PLS Permissions requests are for images. PICSEL-ID exists for exactly this gap, free for PICSEL and BAPLA members and available to non-members (terms apply). Link in bio. #PICSELID #VisualArtists #ImageRights

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

A full day at the PLS Annual Conference 2026: collective licensing updates, 30% of permissions requests are for images, AI licensing deep-dives, a Burleigh Dodds case study, legal/policy sessions, and a closing keynote from Baroness Thangam Debbonaire on urgent government action. #PLSConference

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Even celebrities get sued for posting paparazzi photos of themselves — being in a photo doesn’t mean you own it. So what does that mean for the memes you re-share? Probably someone’s copyrighted photo. Head over to @ picselcollective on Instagram for more #MemeCulture #CopyrightMatters

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

@ifrro.org The #IFRRO need your help! They're running a 5-minute survey on the Market Impact of AI on Text and Image-Based Works to gauge the sector’s pulse. Deadline for submission is the 17th July. Survey link: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

British IP Day was held in Westminster on 30th June. Good to hear ministers talk transparency in AI development. Our view stands: the "market failure" on AI licensing is a legislative failure. Head to our Instagram for a full round-up. #PICSEL #BritishIPDay2026 #IPEnforcement

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Sculptures and other 3D artwork are protected by copyright just like paintings or photographs. Finding an image of your work online doesn’t mean it’s free to use commercially. Found your work used without permission? Here’s where to start. #CopyrightMatters See @picselcollective for more

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The UK government has published an AI Adoption Plan for the Creative Industries, taking an "augmentation-first" approach. It's welcomed, but it's an adoption plan: there is no mention of licensing, remuneration, or consent when work is used to train AI. #CreativeIndustries #PICSEL

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

The UK government has published an AI Adoption Plan for the Creative Industries, taking an "augmentation-first" approach. We welcome the tone, but it's an adoption plan, not a rights framework: licensing, remuneration, or consent when work is used to train AI are not mentioned. #CreativeIndustries

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

PICSEL-ID is not a stock photography portal. It is an RIS-powered image indexing and visual search tool that helps rightsholders and image users connect effortlessly, a system built for publishers, agencies, and photographers. Check out our post for a demo: www.instagram.com/p/DZ4qMO0gtPb/

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Paul and Hat continue their chats - head over to @picselcollective to catch up! They talk about AI, asserting your rights in contracts. #PicselxLucidRep #LucidRep #AI #assertingyourrights

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

‪Mary Evans Picture Library is back on our Insta feed, this time talking about expertise, partnerships, value, and why the independent specialist still has a very clear place in today's image market @picselcollective #PICSEL #MemberMonday #MaryEvansPictureLibrary

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

‪ CEO, Paul Seheult & Hat Margolies, Director #LucidRep, talk on the unexpected bonus to claiming On @picselcollective and on @lucidrep Check out all the videos on our page

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

REMINDER! The TV claims deadline is fast approching - June 1st is you final day for submissions. Stuck? Confused? Drop us a line, we are here to help! info@picsel.org.uk

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

"Double dipping" - in the collective licensing world, it refers to the same rights in the same work being claimed more than once within the same licensing system. ⁠ head to our LinkedIN (@PICSELLIMITED) or instagram (@picselcollective) #doubledipping #collectivelicensing #PICSEL ⁠

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Head over to @picselcollective on Insta to read our post with PICSEL member, the wonderful Mary Evans Picture Library. Luci discusses what they are, what they hold, and why authenticity still matters.⁠ #PICSEL #MemberMonday #MaryEvansPictureLibrary

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The TV claims period is open. The highest earners receive thousands for their combined claims, but every member receives a guaranteed minimum payout just for taking part. Need help or not sure where to start? Email us to find out more - info@piscel.org.uk

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

PICSEL’s CEO, Paul Seheult & Hat Margolies, Director of the photo & production agency, LucidRep, met to discuss a series of topics, including AI, copyright, the function of PICSEL, & how creators can help themselves. On @picselcollective, video 1/10 is live - check it out #PICSELxLucidRep #LucidRep

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

CEPIC 2026 - are you going? ⁠ ⁠ We’ll be there May 6 - 8 on table 10, and participating in both speed dating sessions. ⁠ ⁠ Drop us a DM or an email to arrange a meeting - we’d love to chat.⁠ ⁠ info@picsel.org.uk⁠ ⁠ #CEPIC⁠ ⁠ @international_visual_media

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

We welcome the announcement of a UK Government Freelance Champion, a dedicated role within DCMS to advocate for the rights and working conditions of creative freelancers.⁠ The details are not finalised, but we are watching the space closely - find out more on @creativeuk.bsky.social

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

What can you do about AI training and your content? On our Instagram, we've share some tips both pratical (opt-out, use of metadata...) and how you, but getting invloved can make a difference - check out our insta @picselcollective #CRAIC #AI

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

We’re continuing our posts on copyright - it’s a big topic! We’re looking at crediting and attribution - what is it, why is it necessary, and how does it link to moral rights? Full information on our instagram @picselcollective

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Last week, PICSEL’s CEO Paul Seheult, attended the joint IAF and IFRRO meeting in Mexico City. ⁠ ⁠ The event brought together voices from across Latin America and beyond, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in copyright, AI, and creative industries. ⁠ ⁠ Continued....

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

On our Instagram account, copyright lawyer Florian Koempel lays out his thoughts and highlights from the Government’s report and impact assessment on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence, published on 18th March. @picselcollective

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Paul Seheult, PICSEL's CEO: "The UK Government’s decision to pause the proposed TDM exception is a welcome victory for the creative community. Yet there is still much that demands that the creative sector remain united. PICSEL remains committed to collaborating with our partners and the government.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Claims & metadata cont... You “win” with PICSEL by doing one thing - submitting something! Head over to @picselcollective on insta to see our posts on metadata and claiming.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The HofL recent report on AI, copyright, & the creative industries is welcomed by PICSEL.

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

In this month's Member Monday Trevor Jennis McDermott from GAP Gardens shares his expertise on contracts and rights negotiations – and what to look out for. Invaluable info! Head over to our Instagram - @picselcollective - for the low-down. www.gapphotos.com #PICSEL #membermonday #GAPGardens

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GAP Gardens - Specialist garden & plant stock photography

High quality botanical A-Z images, complete editorial garden features with text and step-by-step instructional guides. Garden stock image experts

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Paul Scheult, our CEO, is heading the London Book Fair on Wednesday, 11th March, in Olympia, London. ⁠ ⁠ To arrange a meeting, drop him a line at info@picsel.org.uk⁠ #londonbookfair ⁠ www.londonbookfair.co.uk⁠

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Claims & metadata cont... Claiming with minimal metadata is possible. ⁠You don’t need perfect records to submit a claim - PICSEL accepts unmatched data. ⁠ If you have more data - matched - then you can earn more. head over to @picselcollective on insta for more #PICSEL ⁠

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

PICSEL has 3 claims submissions – the first, UK print publication, is now closed. But you can still get involved with claims for UK TV and Republic of Ireland publications. ⁠

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PICSEL @picsel-collective.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

By March 18, the UK government is required to publish an economic impact assessment on AI and copyright policy options. Ahead of publishing, copyright lawyer Florian Koempel shares his view. Watch the video on @picselcollective

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