It happened again today! I received an email from a woman who had purchased one of the win photos asking if it was OK for her to use it in an ad in a competitive magazine. I told her "yes" and notified the editor that she had my permission.

An hour later, she emailed and said she was asking for somebody else -- a top handler who wanted to use my Top 20 formal in the same publication. I told her I would be delighted for him to use that photo but first, he'd have to purchase it. Now, understand that I really like this guy but I've shot 5 ARC Nationals and this guy has never, ever purchased an image from me. So, naturally, I copied the editor with my response.

Excuse me now while I pour myself a large glass of red wine. I need an alternative reality. This one is just too surreal.

Jim