How do i access iphoto library from other apps?

I'm trying to upload a photo from iphoto to my blog through safari, but finder won't allow me to access the iphoto library. In the past the only way I've been able to do this is by dragging the photo from iphoto onto the desktop, then using the jpg from there. I have duplicate photos, which can't be right...
When I'm networked with my pc, I can click on iphoto library and up comes the years and folders inside.
Please don't tell me my pc is better than my mac...

Welcome to the Apple Discussions. Read Terence Devlins's treatise on file access for use outside of iPhoto. It will tell you exactly what you need.
As far as dragging to the desktop to use that is one way and then delete the file after you've uploaded it to its destination.
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto (iPhoto.Library for iPhoto 5 and earlier) database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've created an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger or later), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. It's compatible with iPhoto 6 and 7 libraries and Tiger and Leopard. iPhoto does not have to be closed to run the application, just idle. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.≤br>
Note: There now an Automator backup application for iPhoto 5 that will work with Tiger or Leopard.

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