AOP Open SponsorshipWe would like to sincerely thank all those who have helped to make the AOP Open 2009 possible. Prizes supplied by:  Wacom - Wacom Europe GmbH is the market leader in pen based digital imaging. Wacom’s vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world’s leading manufacturer of pen tablets, interactive pen displays, and digital interface solutions. The advanced technology of Wacom’s intuitive input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and designs around the world and provides business and home users with their leading interface technology to express their personality. Millions of customers are using its cordless, battery-free, pressure-sensitive pen technology.
Intuos4
The Intuos4 is a professional pen tablet system that delivers new features and unparalleled performance to photographers, designers and artists. Inspired by members of Wacom's professional community, the next generation Intuos is anchored by its new pen performance, capable of capturing the slightest nuance of pen pressure against the tablet surface, as well as offering 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity. Intuos4's ultra-slim ergonomic design is the ideal creative instrument for working with digital content. Its updated design including shortcut and modifier keys which are in the ideal position for right handed or left handed users, improves workflow and boosts productivity.
The Intuos4 Grip Pen features Wacom's new proprietary tip sensor technology, offering users near zero (one gramme) starting pressure for an even more natural feel. Additionally a selection of software from industry leaders such as Adobe, Autodesk and Corel is available to users following installation of the Intuos4.
 Tetenal: Situated in the heart of England, Tetenal Ltd are one of the UK’s leading distributors of photographic processing hardware and associated consumable products. In addition, we are official suppliers of Kodak consumer electronics and consumables, including cameras, digital picture frames, pocket video cameras, memory cards and batteries.
With a history stretching back over 160 years, Tetenal is not only one of the leading manufacturers of photographic paper and chemistry but also one of the most experienced companies in the fields of photographic, pre-press and medical imaging technology. Over the years the company has developed and diversified but remains one of the most respected names in the photographic business across Europe.
As the number of images captured by everyone aged from 8 to 80 continues to rise, the demand for image capturing devices, processing and means of using and displaying these images will grow accordingly. Tetenal is determined to be at the forefront of this exciting new digital age.
Kodak ESP 7 all-in-one printer: the flagship product of Kodak’s current multi million pound advertising campaign.
The Kodak ESP 7 all in one printer allows you to print, copy, and scan photos and documents.
Built-in, secure, Wi-Fi printing and Ethernet connectivity
Dedicated photo paper tray
Print up to 32 pages per minute in black and 30 pages per minute in color1
The most intelligent paper tray system in the consumer inkjet printing industry adjusts settings for document or photo paper—a dedicated photo paper tray automatically detects paper width to support various paper sizes (i.e 4 ◊ 6 in., 4 ◊ 6 in. HD–16:9 ratio, 5 x 7 in.) and a built-in sensor automatically detects the amount of paper in the tray before printing
Built-in duplexer saves paper by making double-sided printing easier than ever
The cheapest ink re-fill costs in the market with a convenient 2-cartridge, 6-ink system
Large 3 in. (7.6 cm) color LCD display plus memory card and USB slots let you view, crop and print without a computer
One-touch color copy without PC
Dedicated photo paper tray—in as little as 28 seconds1 you can print KODAK Lab Quality2 4 ◊ 6 in. (10 ◊ 15 cm) borderless photos that last a lifetime
Print crisp, sharp documents fast—up to 32 pages per minute in black and 30 pages per minute in color
High quality CIS scanner will quickly scan documents or multiple pictures simultaneously and the software will create separate image files automatically.
In addition we will be supplying some Tetenal SpectraJet photo print paper. The roll version of this paper recently won a DIMA award, the third time SpectraJet paper has won this prestigious award.
Judging space provided by:
The AOP Open is the only major photographic competition of its kind in the UK, reaching thousands of professional, amateur, student and assistant photographers every year.
If you would like to request a sponsor pack, or to see how you could be involved please contact:
Halita Obineche
Sponsorship and Advertising Manager
halitao@aophoto.co.uk
+44 (0)207 739 6669 |
