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“The main reason for me, as an overseas member, to join the AOP was the Awards. I think its still the best Photography Award with the greatest work from the year - Its an honour to be chosen for the book and very exciting every year. Also a great opportunity to get your work seen by so many people”
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Thu 29 Oct 2026
AOP Business & Legal - Drop-in Consultations
<p><u><strong>Business & Legal consultations provided by AOP in association with Open Plan Law</strong></u></p> <p>AOP and Open Plan Law are teaming up to offer series of bookable business & legal one-to-one consultations, in person (there will be an online option for those outside London).</p> <p>These sessions will take place on two separate dates, the first being Thursday 29 October, the second on Thursday 19 November. Depending on take-up and feedback, more will be scheduled in 2027.</p> <p>This is a great opportunity to come along and speak with experts, face-to face, about issues or circumstances relating to anything business & legal, which you are facing and where you need some advice, a steer or just a sounding board. Think of these sessions as opportunities for ‘issue spotting’ and getting a ’sense check’ on something, as much as advice about a specific legal or business matter.<u><strong><br /></strong></u></p> <p><u><strong>How to prepare for your consultation</strong></u></p> <p>The session will last 25 minutes and in order for us to give you the best guidance, we will rely on you being able to summarise the essential facts and documents. Refresh your memory on all dates and facts. You may find it helpful to jot them down together with your key questions. </p> <p>If you need advice on a document, please send it to nickdunmur@the-aop.org at least 48 hours in advance of your session, in order that we may better assess the situation and advise appropriately. Please note that the session is not designed to provide you with detailed analysis of agreements or review large amounts of documents. It is your responsibility to have read all documents you need advice on and select the issues you need guidance on.<u><strong><br /></strong></u></p> <p><u><strong>Booking and attendance</strong></u></p> <p>The timeslots available are as follows;<br /> <br /> 10:30, 11:00. 11:30. 12:00 noon, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 and 15:00.<br /> <br /> 9 sessions in all, on each day.</p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb(102,102,102);">** 50% Discount code available for AOP members **</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb(102,102,102);">Ticket price covers administration costs only</span></strong></p> <p>The consultations will take place at the AOP premises at 21 Downham Road, Hackney, London N1 5AA (nearest tube, Haggerston)</p> <ul><li>We do encourage attendance in person. However, <u>if you are based outside of London, or need to alternative arrangements,</u> contact us at <strong><a href="mailto:nickdunmur@the-aop.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">nickdunmur@the-aop.org</a>.</strong></li></ul> <ul><li>Ticket price covers general administrative costs only and <strong>does not constitute a contract for formal legal advice.</strong></li></ul> <ul><li>Please remember that if you book and are unable to attend, we would appreciate being notified at least 48 hours in advance in order that people on the waiting list may be given the option to take your spot. If you book a session and do not attend or do not notify us of a cancellation, you will not be able to access the service again.</li></ul> <p></p> <p></p> <p><img src="https://uploads.tickettailorassets.com/c_limit,w_630/v1/production/userfiles/event_description_image_164260_1792502209_ba513.jpg?_a=BAAHWXDQ" alt="event_description_image_164260_1792502209_ba513.jpg?_a=BAAHWXDQ" /></p> <p><strong>About OpenPlan Law</strong></p> <p>Open Plan Law is a law practice dedicated to creatives and innovators. </p> <p>As law firms go, we are unusual, just as our name is. Open Plan reflects the way we work with our clients. Deeply rooted in the business of creativity, and not just the law, we offer focused and commercially realistic legal advice. </p> <p>We pride ourselves on unparalleled experience in the photography sector. Our founding partner, Anna, has worked in the photography industry for over 15 years, having advised on all aspects of the business. From content creation to publication, primary to secondary licensing, commercial and editorial, RF and RM. She has represented personality rights of icons and advocated for the industry before the Parliament and the European Commission. She lectures on Media Law at the BA and MA photography courses at the University of the Arts. </p> <p>We also offer advice on: </p> <ul><li>Trade marks and brands </li></ul> <ul><li>Data protection </li></ul> <ul><li>Protection and enforcement of design rights </li></ul> <ul><li>Commercial contracts relating to creative businesses such as NDAs, licences, assignments, clearances, and many more. </li></ul> <p>We offer a free 30-minute consultation to the members of the AOP. </p> <p>We have a range of fixed fees, including fees for simple copyright assignments between individual photographers and their businesses (£350 plus VAT). </p> <p>Find out more about us on <a href="http://www.openplanlaw.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">www.openplanlaw.com</a> and feel free to contact us at <a href="mailto:contact@openplanlaw.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">contact@openplanlaw.com</a>. </p> <p>Anna is available on <a href="mailto:anna.skurczynska@openplanlaw.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">anna.skurczynska@openplanlaw.com</a> . </p> <p><strong><br /></strong></p> <p><strong>About the AOP</strong></p> <p>A voice for photographers & image-makers since 1968, the Association of Photographers (AOP) champions the rights of visual artists and campaigns tirelessly on issues of copyright, best practice, and professionalism.</p> <p>Our 3,000 members include photographers, photographic assistants, photography agents, accredited courses, students, and those working in support services for the Creative Industries. We bring professional photographers & image-makers together to promote the highest levels of achievement and support our members' interests at all levels.</p> <ul><li>www.the-aop.org</li><li>www.aopawards.com</li></ul><hr /> <p><strong>Note:</strong></p> <ul><li>Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organiser</li><li>Any questions about the event advertised please contact us at info@the-aop.org </li><li>Only AOP members are eligible for the discount price. All purchases made using the AOP Member promo code will be verified.</li></ul> <p><span style="color:rgb(102,102,102);">In association with The Photographers Charitable Trust</span></p>
Online
Fri 6 Nov 2026
AOP Presents: CLIMATE AWARE PHOTOGRAPHER - November 2026 Course
<p><strong><span style="font-size:20px;">How as photographers, can you communicate about climate change?</span></strong></p> <p>Designed and delivered by Helena Lee, the aim of the Climate Aware Photography course is to gain awareness of the climate crisis – by understanding the science, policy areas and environmental impacts of climate change. Thereby encouraging individuals to consider their own practices and to identify areas in which they can reduce their own impacts, alongside how as photographers, they can communicate about climate change.</p> <p>The Association of Photographers is delighted to offer this course in co-operation with Helena Lee. Recognised by the <a href="https://carbonliteracy.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">Carbon Literacy Project</a> – which is itself recognised by the United Nations at the <a href="https://carbonliteracy.com/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">COP 21</a> (Paris), this course is <em>specifically </em>aimed at photographers and will help you assess your carbon costs and impacts so that you are able to make decisions that will effectively reduce your emissions. </p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:20px;"><em>Specifically</em> aimed at Photographers</span></strong></p> <p>The course is delivered by three ‘live, in-person’ online Zoom sessions over the course of three weeks. Attendance is required as it is designed to be interactive, engaging and to get you thinking about your own unique circumstances. You’ll also have a piece of work to submit which is assessed by the Carbon Literacy project - you’ll need to pass this to receive your certification. <br /></p> <p></p> <hr /> <p><em><br /></em><em>“I'm delighted to have worked with the AOP on the inaugural Climate Aware Photography course for members. It was such a pleasure to meet members who were curious and passionate about developing a low carbon photographic practice. Each learner identified practical steps that they can and want to commit to in order to have positive environmental impact, also how they can work with others to support them in this process. I look forward to seeing how each photographer will carry out their commitments and how we can grow a low carbon photographic sector.”</em> <strong>Helena Lee</strong></p> <p><strong><u>What Did our AOP Members think? - Feedback from the first AOP cohort</u></strong></p> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;"> “... exceeded expectations, was very insightful & learned so much.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“Very nice mix of activities : Information given to us - challenging team tasks to undertake - homework to undertake .... all given in a supportive atmosphere. Great notes / resources list.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“I found the course to be well structured and highly informative as well as interactive. I felt the participatory element was very useful as it was used to reinforce and generate further thinking around the topics covered. It helped me to refine the ideas I already had, in a much more informed and structured way in relation to my planned business and helped me see the wider picture in different ways.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“Thank you to Helena and Chris, for providing the very informative Climate Aware Photography sessions. Not only was it a revelation but I also enjoyed the journey realising how my actions need to change and, working with the group, how I can change them.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“I had become very aware that travelling was having an impact on the environment but with so much conflicting information and lots of ‘sound bites’ I need to get to the real facts and how I, as a photographer how I could commit to a low carbon way of working and identify positive environmental actions.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“This is really an introduction to the subject, the real work comes in after as I seek to implement - (how we work), build and develop on what we've begun to learn here, The resources we amassed during the course are great and will facilitate that work also The breakout sessions were especially helpful and I can see how the community the AOP brings together can take this further.”</span></em></li></ul> <ul><li><em><span style="font-size:14px;">“I think the sessions were well structured in a thought provoking way to help us learn about the impact of our businesses and make us discuss in the group how that can be reduced.”</span></em></li></ul> <hr /> <p><strong>Why take this course?</strong> </p> <p>As clients increasingly ask for credentials on managing your carbon impact, this course will give you the edge above your competitors, allowing you to demonstrate knowledge and ability within your professional practice in the field of carbon reduction. Successful completion of this course will give you certification provided by the unique and award-winning Carbon Literacy Project. </p> <hr /> <p><strong>Course Aims</strong> </p> <ul><li>To gain awareness about the climate crisis and how the photographic sector can take action and communicate about climate change. </li><li>To gain knowledge and skills to reduce your carbon footprint. </li><li>To understand the value and impact of your actions. </li><li>To gain certification from the Carbon Literacy Project and a digital badge as a Climate Aware Photographer.</li></ul> <hr /> <p> <br /><strong>How the course is run</strong> </p> <ul><li>The course consists of three 2.5-hour sessions and is delivered online by Helena Lee. </li><li>The sessions include case studies and learning from peers through discussion.</li><li>After each session participants are given homework to help them reflect on their practice and develop actions they can take both individually and as a group to reduce their environmental impact. </li><li>At the end of the course, participants will end up with an action plan to reduce their carbon footprint, which will be submitted to the Carbon Literacy Project to obtain the accreditation. </li><li>Once accredited, participants will be a certified as Carbon Literate and a Climate Aware Photographer. The Carbon Literate certification and Climate Aware Photographer digital badge can be used to demonstrate commitment to reducing impact on the environment. This can attract the attention of commissioners and buyers who want to work with the most environmentally sustainable photographers. </li></ul> <div><br /></div> <p>We don’t believe that there is another such course like this, that is aimed at the photography community – we’ve looked and searched! </p> <p></p> <hr /> <p><strong><br /></strong><strong>Course dates </strong> <br /></p> <table dir="ltr"><tbody><tr><td><p><strong><strong>NOVEMBER Course dates</strong></strong> </p></td><td><p><strong>Start time</strong> </p></td><td><p><strong>Duration</strong> </p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Friday, November 6th </p></td><td><p>14:00 </p></td><td><p>2.5 hours </p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Friday, November 13th </p></td><td><p>14:00 </p></td><td><p>2.5 hours </p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Friday, November 20th </p></td><td><p>14:00 </p></td><td><p>2.5 hours </p></td></tr><tr><td colspan="3"><p style="text-align:center;"> </p> <p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="color:rgb(233,73,55);"><strong>Important: </strong>You must be able to attend all three sessions.If you are unable to attend all three sessions, please do not sign-up as this will result in you forfeiting your accreditation and fees</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-size:18px;"><span style="color:rgb(233,73,55);"><strong>These sessions are separate and not interchangeable.</strong></span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p> <hr /> <p><strong><br /></strong><strong>Certification</strong> </p> <p>Upon successful completion and review by the Carbon Literacy Project, you should receive your certification within a few weeks<span style="color:rgb(233,73,55);">. </span></p> <hr /> <p> <br /><strong>Cost</strong> </p> <p>The total cost of the course is: </p> <ul><li>Members: £90.00 <em><span style="color:rgb(233,73,55);"><strong>[Discounted fee with AOP Member promo code]</strong>. </span></em></li><li>Non-members: £120.00 </li></ul> <p></p> <hr /> <p><strong><br /></strong><strong>You must be able to attend all three sessions of the course that you have signed up for. </strong> If you are unable to attend all three sessions, please do not sign-up as this will result in you forfeiting your accreditation and fees. </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Note:</strong></p> <ul><li>Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organiser</li><li>Any questions about the event advertised please contact us at info@the-aop.org </li><li>Only AOP members are eligible for the discount price. All purchases made using the AOP Member promo code will be verified.</li></ul> <p></p>
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