Volunteer Photography & model release
Jul 21, 2012 11:36:17 #
Mikeazz
Loc: I live in Northport, NY
I've been asked to be a volunteer photographer for a Korean Camp Group that will be holding several events. I'm glad to help them out, but I'm also wondering about getting a release, just in case I want to use some of the photos for exhibition, and to sell.
Has anyone had experience with such a situation? If so, how did you handle it and what forms or wording did you use. I've done straight model releases, but this seems to be slightly different because of the number of participants.
Thanks in advance. Your guidance is appreciated.
Has anyone had experience with such a situation? If so, how did you handle it and what forms or wording did you use. I've done straight model releases, but this seems to be slightly different because of the number of participants.
Thanks in advance. Your guidance is appreciated.
Jul 21, 2012 13:30:35 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
As far as I am concerned, the fact that they have asked YOU, that is all the release you need...
Jul 22, 2012 07:10:26 #
Mikeazz wrote:
I've been asked to be a volunteer photographer fo... (show quote)
There are a number of "ifs" in this situation. Getting a release signed is always a good idea for your protection.
The minimum you need is a location release from the organization. This indicates that you have permission to shoot on the property. The organization then needs to post a message or some how make the campers aware that you will be shooting. They need to be given the opprotunity to be excluded from the film.
If the campers are paying the organization to be there then you need a release from them. If they are not paying then the location release is enough.
It is best to have the organization get the releases signed and then give you the originals while they retain copies.
Jul 22, 2012 07:36:04 #
donrent wrote:
As far as I am concerned, the fact that they have asked YOU, that is all the release you need...
Until money is made and they want a cut...
Jul 22, 2012 08:42:44 #
Jul 22, 2012 08:52:05 #
Mikeazz wrote:
I've been asked to be a volunteer photographer fo... (show quote)
You can Google model releases, and you will get a variety. People sometimes hesitate to sign releases because they are concerned about how their image might be used - degrading, immoral, ridiculous.
Jul 22, 2012 09:20:26 #
I should add to my previous post that if you are photographing children, ALWAYS get a release signed. There are a number of laws regarding photographing other peoples children these days. The fact that you are a volunteer dosen't releive you from complying with the law.
Jul 22, 2012 09:23:46 #
The other issue: camp? Are these children? If so, you have to get the parents or guardians of the children to sign the release.
What could change in our modern world is that you MIGHT be able to calm fears using the Internet, with a password protected private viewing area where the parents could go see the prospective final images AND be entitled to download a copy of the final retouched hi-rez image as "consideration" mentioned in the release. Then you have valuable consideration covered, having paid the parents for the privilege of shooting the child.
What could change in our modern world is that you MIGHT be able to calm fears using the Internet, with a password protected private viewing area where the parents could go see the prospective final images AND be entitled to download a copy of the final retouched hi-rez image as "consideration" mentioned in the release. Then you have valuable consideration covered, having paid the parents for the privilege of shooting the child.
Jul 22, 2012 12:13:15 #
Michael Any time you photography someone get a release from them (anyone). You never know how your going to use that picture down the road. Your camera puts a number on your photo you should have a release in a file with that number. It takes a minte and will save you $1,000.
I have a Novelty Photo Booth business an photography 100s of poeple on the week and a release for every photo I have saying yea or no. And SIGNED.
I have a Novelty Photo Booth business an photography 100s of poeple on the week and a release for every photo I have saying yea or no. And SIGNED.
I use 4 or 5
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Jul 22, 2012 12:57:22 #
ted45 wrote:
quote=Mikeazz I've been asked to be a volunteer ... (show quote)
Ted45, I'll swear, you must work for the government because you certainly believe in mountains of unnecessary red tape. I have never heard of a camp grounds in the nation that requires anyone from taking pictures on their property, and I've photographed on a lot of them. The organization asked the photographer to take photos of it's members, so it's release is not necessary. In other words, spend your valuable time on taking photos, not messing with paperword.
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