PICSEL
@picsel-collective.bsky.social
Supporting visual artists with royalties, rights advocacy & collective licensing. Revolutionising image licensing w/PICSEL-id. Est. by BAPLA in 2016.
www.picsel.org.uk
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@picsel-collective.bsky.social
· Sep 1
Welcome!
We're here to help you navigate secondary licensing.
If you're sharing, remixing or publishing, we help to help simplify copyright, making licensing fair, and ensure that artists get the royalties owed.
Let’s build a creative community together. #collectingsociety
We're here to help you navigate secondary licensing.
If you're sharing, remixing or publishing, we help to help simplify copyright, making licensing fair, and ensure that artists get the royalties owed.
Let’s build a creative community together. #collectingsociety
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]
PICSEL helps - [email protected]
January 28, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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]
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]
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]
January 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM
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]
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
@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
January 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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
@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
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
January 21, 2026 at 11:37 AM
“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
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. Now is the time to connect your work worldwide collected to royalties.
January 19, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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. 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...
email [email protected] or schedule a call scheduler.zoom.us/paul-seheult...
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January 16, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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...
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.
Also, #copyright expert Florian Koempel discusses whether #AI can legally rely on fair use when training its models.
January 16, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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.
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]
If you need support with your claim, email us.
Not a member yet? Email us!
[email protected]
January 5, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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]
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.
December 22, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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
#UKcopyright
#copyrightprogressreport
December 18, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Head to @picselcollective to check our Florian Koempel’s new video on big AI policy updates from the UK government.
#UKcopyright
#copyrightprogressreport
#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
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
December 15, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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
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
#daguerreotype
#historyofphotography
#Niepce
#Talbot
#PICSEL
December 12, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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
#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
Read more @picselcolllective
#ALCS
#APPG
December 10, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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
#britishcopyrightcouncil
#IntellectualPropertyOffice
#Copyright
#PICSEL
December 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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
#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
#BritishCopyrightCouncil
#Copyright
#FairDealing
#FairUse
#CreatorsRights
#UKLaw
#IntellectualProperty
December 3, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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
#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."
"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."
How to join
CHOICETRANSPARENCYREWARD Free Membership There is no charge to become a member of PICSEL. To join, simply complete the membership form along with the UK Mandate form. If you’d also like us to colle…
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November 28, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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."
"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.
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.
Homepage | Bartz v Anthropic Settlement Site
anthropiccopyrightsettlement.com
November 26, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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.
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.
November 24, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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.
Head over to our Instagram page for the first in a short, potted history about the medium we love, and a group of visual artists that form the spine of our membership – photography.
@picselcollective
#cameraobscura
#historyofphotography
#PICSEL
@picselcollective
#cameraobscura
#historyofphotography
#PICSEL
November 21, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Head over to our Instagram page for the first in a short, potted history about the medium we love, and a group of visual artists that form the spine of our membership – photography.
@picselcollective
#cameraobscura
#historyofphotography
#PICSEL
@picselcollective
#cameraobscura
#historyofphotography
#PICSEL
We’re really proud of how engaged our members are. Members help to ensure creators’ voices are heard where it counts by contributing to working groups, sharing experiences, and guiding PICSEL’s advocacy work. Your voice belongs here. Be part of the community. #PICSEL
November 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM
We’re really proud of how engaged our members are. Members help to ensure creators’ voices are heard where it counts by contributing to working groups, sharing experiences, and guiding PICSEL’s advocacy work. Your voice belongs here. Be part of the community. #PICSEL
Got a question? Curious about anything? Need more information? We’re inviting all our members and followers to submit questions for our Board.
Please send us your question by 20 November via DM, comment or email [email protected]
Please send us your question by 20 November via DM, comment or email [email protected]
November 17, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Got a question? Curious about anything? Need more information? We’re inviting all our members and followers to submit questions for our Board.
Please send us your question by 20 November via DM, comment or email [email protected]
Please send us your question by 20 November via DM, comment or email [email protected]
Visit our Instagram feed @picselcollective to read our latest post on AI – we’re looking at the 1960s to the mid-70s.
#HistoryofAI
#AIEthics
#MachineLearning
#CreatorsRights
#HistoryofAI
#AIEthics
#MachineLearning
#CreatorsRights
November 14, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Visit our Instagram feed @picselcollective to read our latest post on AI – we’re looking at the 1960s to the mid-70s.
#HistoryofAI
#AIEthics
#MachineLearning
#CreatorsRights
#HistoryofAI
#AIEthics
#MachineLearning
#CreatorsRights
We've looked at how Educators can use content under copyright – now, we look at Students.
What are the rules about using copyright content? Yes…if your school or university has a license... and within limits. Head to @picselcollective on Instagram for details.
#Copyright
What are the rules about using copyright content? Yes…if your school or university has a license... and within limits. Head to @picselcollective on Instagram for details.
#Copyright
November 12, 2025 at 1:27 PM
We've looked at how Educators can use content under copyright – now, we look at Students.
What are the rules about using copyright content? Yes…if your school or university has a license... and within limits. Head to @picselcollective on Instagram for details.
#Copyright
What are the rules about using copyright content? Yes…if your school or university has a license... and within limits. Head to @picselcollective on Instagram for details.
#Copyright
In this month’s Member Monday, we welcome Richard Bryant. The work of the celebrated architectural photographer is discussed, highlighting the technical challenges of the pre-digital era and his work in a historical context. A book about his work is pub. by Lund Humphries.
November 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
In this month’s Member Monday, we welcome Richard Bryant. The work of the celebrated architectural photographer is discussed, highlighting the technical challenges of the pre-digital era and his work in a historical context. A book about his work is pub. by Lund Humphries.
Can teachers copy copyrighted content? Sometimes, there are rules.
Educational use doesn’t erase copyright; it changes how it applies.
With secondary licensing, schools can use more materials legally, & creators, inc. PICSEL members get fairly paid.
Head to @picselcollective on instagram for more
Educational use doesn’t erase copyright; it changes how it applies.
With secondary licensing, schools can use more materials legally, & creators, inc. PICSEL members get fairly paid.
Head to @picselcollective on instagram for more
November 7, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Can teachers copy copyrighted content? Sometimes, there are rules.
Educational use doesn’t erase copyright; it changes how it applies.
With secondary licensing, schools can use more materials legally, & creators, inc. PICSEL members get fairly paid.
Head to @picselcollective on instagram for more
Educational use doesn’t erase copyright; it changes how it applies.
With secondary licensing, schools can use more materials legally, & creators, inc. PICSEL members get fairly paid.
Head to @picselcollective on instagram for more