Do you need permission from people in your pics?
Jan 2, 2012 12:14:16 #
I'd like to know if you need permission from people who are in your pictures, if you are using that picture on your website to promote your business? I'd like some feedback?
Thanks, Mike
Thanks, Mike
Jan 2, 2012 12:16:17 #
Yes. Let me add you need to get photographers release and if they won't you don't use their images. If it's people you cannot contact I would'nt suggest you use their images to promote business. L3
hoover67 wrote:
I'd like to know if you need permission from people who are in your pictures, if you are using that picture on your website to promote your business? I'd like some feedback?
Thanks, Mike
Thanks, Mike
Jan 2, 2012 12:19:23 #
Jan 2, 2012 12:29:47 #
Jan 2, 2012 12:52:16 #
Hey Hoover... I believe the stipulation is if you are going to use the photos for commercial purposes, i.e. in an advertisement for a product) then you absolutely need a model release. If you have an iPhone, there's a couple of great apps that have photographer model releases. They can sign on the phone, snap a shot with the phone and their picture is included with the release and they will get a copy of the release sent to them in an email... and to you too, for your records. Now the gray area is... are photos I use on my website to promote my business considered commercial... or street photography for a book or show... are they considered commercial or recreational? I'm not a lawyer and I shoot both. I always get my in studio, headshot clients to sign a release... always. But when I'm on the street, unless you have a couple of assistants chasing people down to get releases, it's nearly impossible. On Kelbytraining.com there is a class just for this purpose. You can get a free trial and check it out. Good luck.
Jan 2, 2012 12:54:18 #
Jan 2, 2012 13:04:20 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
For everyday type shots, no permission is needed... Commercial pics as Jamie said - Yes....
Jan 2, 2012 13:08:35 #
hoover67 wrote:
I'd like to know if you need permission from people who are in your pictures, if you are using that picture on your website to promote your business? I'd like some feedback?
Thanks, Mike
Thanks, Mike
If you plan to use images of people (no matter where and under what circumstances you photograph them) I think a lawyer is the professional to consult with this question.
Jan 2, 2012 15:45:50 #
So you're saying if I have a website that I promote my business and show pictures (that I took) of the work I do, that means I have to get permission from the individuals?
Jan 2, 2012 15:58:50 #
hoover67 wrote:
So you're saying if I have a website that I promote my business and show pictures (that I took) of the work I do, that means I have to get permission from the individuals?
If you plan to use images of people (no matter where and under what circumstances you photograph them) I think a lawyer is the professional to consult with this question.
Jan 2, 2012 16:24:41 #
I don't photograph people because of a situation in Toronto where I was offered a choice, erase the pic or you'll meet my lawyer. I checked with my friend, a pro with his own shop and does contract work and basically, legally @ 100%, you need a signed permission. However, if you're on a topless beach...well you're in trouble, if you are at a NASCAR race, no problem.
(No I never did the beach thing, but NASCAR yes.)
(No I never did the beach thing, but NASCAR yes.)
Jan 2, 2012 16:53:45 #
Jan 2, 2012 17:00:30 #
Jan 2, 2012 18:32:02 #
hoover67 wrote:
So you're saying if I have a website that I promote my business and show pictures (that I took) of the work I do, that means I have to get permission from the individuals?
You're getting a lot of misleading information..
The answer is generally, no... you do not need a release or permission of individuals in your photos to show them or have them on your website.. There may be exceptions, but they would be rare..
Make a copy of this for your bag:
http://www.krages.com/phoright.htm
If you want to sell a persons image for a profit, and that person has "posed" for you or is the main subject, you may likely need a release (but not always).. If that person is incidental to the main subject, you do not...
Jan 2, 2012 20:12:52 #
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