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

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

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/

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

‪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

‪ 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

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! [email protected]

"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 ⁠

Paul introduces PICSEL-ID to Hat - over on instrgram @picselcollective #PICSELxLucidRep #LucidRep

Hat & Paul are back on Instagram talking paperwork! @picselcollective @lucidrep #claims #lucidrep #picsel #collectingsociety #fairpayforcreators

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

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 - [email protected]

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

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.⁠ ⁠ [email protected]⁠ ⁠ #CEPIC⁠ ⁠ @international_visual_media

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

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

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

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....

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

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.

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.

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

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

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 [email protected]⁠ #londonbookfair ⁠ www.londonbookfair.co.uk⁠

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 ⁠

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. ⁠

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

On our insta page @picselcollective, we've been posting a short series on copyright - registration, how it protects your work and a photographs. More to come. #PICSEL #Copyright

VISUAL ARTISTS! ⁠ ⁠ Reminder that RightShare® is open.⁠ ⁠ You have until 20th Feburary to sumbit your claim for all published works.⁠ ⁠ Need help? Email us!⁠ Not a member and want to know more? Email us! ⁠ [email protected]⁠

n this month's Member Monday, Paul Brown from Epic Fotos takes the stage. Head over to our Instagram - @picselcollective - for the low-down. www.epic-fotos.com #PICSEL #membermonday #EPICFotos

Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing some of the rules that apply to copyright and copyright works in the UK. ⁠ ⁠ First up: How do I register my copyright?⁠ Head over to @picselcollective #copyright #PICSEL

‪Over on @picselcollective now - Florian Koempel’s new video discusses Fair Use - what is it? #PICSEL #FairUse

Emerging artists may delay thinking about rights, contracts, & royalties⁠. In reality, steps can be taken to safeguard work & rights while you’re developing your practice including understanding how your work might be reused, & how royalties are collected.⁠ PICSEL helps - [email protected]

VISUAL ARTISTS! ⁠ ⁠ Reminder that RightShare® is open.⁠ ⁠ You have until 20th Feburary to sumbit your claim for all published works.⁠ ⁠ Need help? Email us!⁠ Not a member and want to know more? Email us! ⁠ [email protected]⁠

What happens when you stop looking at a photograph & start listening? @topfoto.bsky.social inaugural Writer-in-Residence Dr Rommi Smith & composer Christella Litras transform archive images into a powerful sound & live performance exploring Windrush-era narratives. More @picselcollective

“You press the button, we do the rest.”⁠ On @picselcollective 's instagram - the next installement of the Brief History of Photograhy: The Wet Plate Era to Kodak: Making Photography Popular. #PICSEL⁠ #HistoryOfPhotography ⁠ #Kodak⁠ #FrederickScottArcher

CISAC’s Global Collections Report (Nov '25) reported that creators worldwide earned €13.97 billion in royalties in '24 - including the use of works of members represented by PICSEL. The RightShare® 2026 claims window is open. Now is the time to connect your work worldwide collected to royalties.

The RightShare® 2026 claims window is open. We know the process can feel unclear, time-consuming. Paul Seheult, PICSEL’s co-founder & CEO, is offering one-to-one calls to answer questions,whether you’re a member or not. email [email protected]⁠ or schedule a call scheduler.zoom.us/paul-seheult...

Over on instagram @picselcollective - check out out #membermonday with the fabulous #leemillerarchive Also, #copyright expert Florian Koempel discusses whether #AI can legally rely on fair use when training its models.

RightShare® 2026 is now open for claims.⁠ Submit your claim by 20 February 2026 to maximise your share.⁠ If you need support with your claim, email us.⁠ Not a member yet? Email us!⁠ ⁠ [email protected]⁠

Over on our insta @picselcollective we're rounding up our year - we're covering royalty numbers, advocacy & events.

Head to @picselcollective to check our Florian Koempel’s new video on big AI policy updates from the UK government. #UKcopyright #copyrightprogressreport

This month, we welcome #bridgemanimages to Member Monday. They discuss how they support cultural organisations, showcasing a recent Ken Nwadiogbu x Avant Arte collab, their industry awards. Head to @picselcollective for more! #membermonday

Head over to our Instagram page for the second in a short, potted history about the medium we love - photography. @picselcollective #daguerreotype #historyofphotography #Niepce #Talbot #PICSEL

At the ALCS APPG for Media event Dr Clementine Collett presented 'The Impact of Generative AI on the Novel'. The report explores the economic, social, literary & copyright implications of generative AI, highlighting its impact extends beyond copyright. Read more @picselcolllective #ALCS #APPG

PICSEL CEO Paul Seheult attended the quarterly BCC–IPO meeting, discussing copyright policy and international agreements. He shares his views over on our Instagram @picselcollective #britishcopyrightcouncil #IntellectualPropertyOffice #Copyright #PICSEL

The BCC has released new policy note as part of the UK’s ongoing debate on copyright and artificial intelligence - head to @picselcollective on Instagram for more info. #BritishCopyrightCouncil #Copyright #FairDealing #FairUse #CreatorsRights #UKLaw #IntellectualProperty

We love getting feedback - Biddy Hayward, Director @ Arenapal visited us recently: "It is rare to be offered 1-1 support from an expert (...) this level of support from PICSEL is fantastic, & because of that we have benefited from a year on year increase in our applications."

The Anthropic Copyright Settlement has been announced in the US. The case concerns allegations that Anthropic used pirated books to train its AI models. We encourage rightsholders to check if books they are co/ authors of (can inc photographers and illustrators) are eligible.

We’re researching Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems and would love your input. Please let us know which DAM system you use - or, if you don’t use one, why not. This applies whether or not you’re a member.