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New York Times photographer Doug Mills talks about shooting the Olympics and shares some of his favorite images and moments from the games.

Through His Eyes

The Birmingham News has published work of its photographers from the civil rights movement. Wow. Definitely worth checking out.

The section is the result of research by Alexander Cohn, a 30-year-old former photo intern at The News. In November 2004, Cohn went through an equipment closet at the newspaper in search of a lens and saw a cardboard box full of negatives marked, “Keep. Do Not Sell.”

ASMP and other organizations are trying to gather support against a bill that will effectively make it easier for copyrighted photographs to be used without the owner’s consent.

ASMP Call For Action

Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star photojournalists Dave Ellis and Rebecca Sell talk about their experiences helping Hurricane Katrina victims restore damaged photos.

I’ve always wanted to do something meaningful in life. In my 37 years, I’ve hit many mile-stones. I served my country. Went to college and obtained a degree. Started a career in a field that I love. Married the best woman I’ve ever met and started a family that has become my universe. However, I was still searching for a purpose that would lead to greater individual achievement and personal fulfillment.

Full story here.

Dallas Morning News photographer Barbara Davidson was named POYi photographer of the year. Rocky Mountain News’ Todd Heisler was second. San Fran Chron’s Michael Macor was third. Winning portfolios found here. 

UPDATE: Dallas Morning News article here with quotes and more pictures. 

POYi results are going up as each category is judged. I’ve got to give a big congrats to my co-worker Fred Squillante who won an award of excellence for the portrait category for this picture.

Winners List 

PDN chose a photographer from each state to showcase their work.