How to handle false accusations?
Jan 9, 2021 12:19:09 #
Nice response but not worth a reply. There is always someone looking to create trouble on social media. 
Jan 9, 2021 12:23:54 #
One of the many reasons I do not belong to any of the social media... There are many trolls out there with nothing better to do... Also all of my photos have have the copyright and other info imbedded in the file... I doubt the person complaining understands EXIF data... Chicago Canon has the right idea... just block the person...
I always enjoy your stuff... Keep on posting and forget about it
I always enjoy your stuff... Keep on posting and forget about it
Jan 9, 2021 13:24:57 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
Wow, just had an upsetting situation happen on Ins... (show quote)
Best way is to tell them that the serial number of the camera is embedded in the EXIF data on the photo and the camera is registered to me. If they want to take it to court you have proof.
Jan 9, 2021 13:29:37 #
I really don’t like social media for two reasons. I’m not interested in how many times a person went to the bathroom, drank a cup of coffee or shared a photograph of what they had for dinner last night. Unless there going to bring over two helpings with all the trimmings, leave me alone.
The other reason why I don’t like social media is because there are a lot of trolls on media sites. They seem to thrive on the anonymity. When someone posts a photo or if I post a photo, I don’t do criticism because can be harsh. I ask the poster if I can critique their work, First.
Not because I’m a professional, but someone viewing the work. I also apologize if I offended the photographer. I learned this in High School. I also use it at work and this behavior creates a personal approach and I get more done. If a staff meeting lingers, I hold up a card the reads, “ELMO-Enough Let’s Move On!”
So there is so much positive response to your concern don’t let negative people TRY to harm you. They cannot because you have integrity, they don’t. Please read the book I suggested earlier. It is not a bunch of legal Mumbo-Jumbo but is intended to be read by people like you and I. Do the smartest thing.
BLOCK THE TROLL AND MOVE ON!
The other reason why I don’t like social media is because there are a lot of trolls on media sites. They seem to thrive on the anonymity. When someone posts a photo or if I post a photo, I don’t do criticism because can be harsh. I ask the poster if I can critique their work, First.
Not because I’m a professional, but someone viewing the work. I also apologize if I offended the photographer. I learned this in High School. I also use it at work and this behavior creates a personal approach and I get more done. If a staff meeting lingers, I hold up a card the reads, “ELMO-Enough Let’s Move On!”
So there is so much positive response to your concern don’t let negative people TRY to harm you. They cannot because you have integrity, they don’t. Please read the book I suggested earlier. It is not a bunch of legal Mumbo-Jumbo but is intended to be read by people like you and I. Do the smartest thing.
BLOCK THE TROLL AND MOVE ON!
Jan 9, 2021 13:30:37 #
Just for the record.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with watermarking or signing your work, or at least, posting a notice of copyright accompanying your images on any social media platform or anywhere online.
The great artists of every discipline are known to sign their work and/or protect it legally.
Look at it this way: Wheter you are a professional or an amateur, it's your work, it requires your skill, effort, and financial investment. It is an expression of your creativity, passion, intellect and feelings- it comes from your heart and mind. Even if you do not expect payment for its usage, people should at least, extend the courtesy of asking and securing your permission before reproducing it, re-posting it or displaying it.
Applying a signature to work is not defacing or devaluing it- it is actually adding to its value.
In the olden days, the photographer usually preserved the negatives or original transparency which served as proof of the maker's originality. Nowadays it may be the time/date stamp in the EXIF data.
Of course, it is said that "locks are for honest people" so some dishonest folks will violate rules, laws and norms anyway. Nor is there a law was against stupidity. There are remedies for liable and slander- folks making accusatory or defaming remarks against you without proof. It not likely that most people are gonna take legal action against garden variety internet trolls- imagine- the courts would be inundated! So- the best approach is to identify your work and ignore the trolls and foolish people.
Remember also- the anonymity on most online platforms and forums, sometimes embolden some people to write things and falsehoods they would not say to your face. WORDS MATTER!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with watermarking or signing your work, or at least, posting a notice of copyright accompanying your images on any social media platform or anywhere online.
The great artists of every discipline are known to sign their work and/or protect it legally.
Look at it this way: Wheter you are a professional or an amateur, it's your work, it requires your skill, effort, and financial investment. It is an expression of your creativity, passion, intellect and feelings- it comes from your heart and mind. Even if you do not expect payment for its usage, people should at least, extend the courtesy of asking and securing your permission before reproducing it, re-posting it or displaying it.
Applying a signature to work is not defacing or devaluing it- it is actually adding to its value.
In the olden days, the photographer usually preserved the negatives or original transparency which served as proof of the maker's originality. Nowadays it may be the time/date stamp in the EXIF data.
Of course, it is said that "locks are for honest people" so some dishonest folks will violate rules, laws and norms anyway. Nor is there a law was against stupidity. There are remedies for liable and slander- folks making accusatory or defaming remarks against you without proof. It not likely that most people are gonna take legal action against garden variety internet trolls- imagine- the courts would be inundated! So- the best approach is to identify your work and ignore the trolls and foolish people.
Remember also- the anonymity on most online platforms and forums, sometimes embolden some people to write things and falsehoods they would not say to your face. WORDS MATTER!
Jan 9, 2021 13:41:47 #
As I keep telling my kids. As you go through life, you will meet a lot of nice people. Sooner or later you are bound to meet a real A..h...
WJH
WJH
Jan 9, 2021 13:44:21 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
You might thank him for thinking your pictures "so good" that they ore National Geographic.
Jan 9, 2021 13:57:21 #
Jan 9, 2021 14:14:54 #
Scruples wrote, in part "...As I am Jewish I practice several laws and cultural rules..."
Seem we share a cultural background. I am a Brooklyn guy as well- Williamsburg and Bet-Sty! I, however, have the distinction of being thrown out of two of the finest Hebrew schools! I guess was not destined to be a Talmudic scholar! It all started to decline when the Rabbi said that Moses parted the Red Sea and I interjected that water weighted 62.5 lbs per cubic foot and that, therefore, would be impossible!
Philosophically speaking, I am or should be over 100 years old. I was raised by my grandmotehr- she was tough and simplified my religious/moral values. I guess you could say it is a combination of the Ten Commandments and the Golden Rule. Basically, don't' lie, cheat, or steal and always treat people as you expect to be treated. Violation of these tenets would not necessarily send me off to hell but bring on immediate penalties from the business end of a broom, a rolling pin, or whatever heavy object grandma was holding in her hand at the time of the violation. Saying bad things about others without reason would bring on an oral lavage with kosher soap!
Education? I noticed your comment to User ID about education. I too have a few letters after may name and some decent credentials. I also know folks that have very impressive letters- multiple degrees and doctorates, from the finest Ivy League Universities and yet have litte common sense and less morality.
Shalom, brother!
Seem we share a cultural background. I am a Brooklyn guy as well- Williamsburg and Bet-Sty! I, however, have the distinction of being thrown out of two of the finest Hebrew schools! I guess was not destined to be a Talmudic scholar! It all started to decline when the Rabbi said that Moses parted the Red Sea and I interjected that water weighted 62.5 lbs per cubic foot and that, therefore, would be impossible!
Philosophically speaking, I am or should be over 100 years old. I was raised by my grandmotehr- she was tough and simplified my religious/moral values. I guess you could say it is a combination of the Ten Commandments and the Golden Rule. Basically, don't' lie, cheat, or steal and always treat people as you expect to be treated. Violation of these tenets would not necessarily send me off to hell but bring on immediate penalties from the business end of a broom, a rolling pin, or whatever heavy object grandma was holding in her hand at the time of the violation. Saying bad things about others without reason would bring on an oral lavage with kosher soap!
Education? I noticed your comment to User ID about education. I too have a few letters after may name and some decent credentials. I also know folks that have very impressive letters- multiple degrees and doctorates, from the finest Ivy League Universities and yet have litte common sense and less morality.
Shalom, brother!
Jan 9, 2021 14:15:23 #
Jwshelton
Loc: Denver,CO
You have just confirmed my decision to not use venues such as Instagram and Twitter.
I like our group much more!
I like our group much more!
Jan 9, 2021 14:16:14 #
Scruples wrote:
I think the original poster (PHOTOLADY2014) had ha... (show quote)
It's the radioactive element "Ironium"
Jan 9, 2021 14:17:17 #
Jan 9, 2021 14:18:20 #
Instagram is a notorious thieving site. Your work could easily end up in an ad in China or anywhere. There are ONE BILLION Instagram users. I have an account, and post images of my framed pieces (not very often, I must say). I pretty much *hope* that nobody wants to go to the trouble of stealing one of my images using software to render it down from a frame, but if so, my reaction is <shrug> and I'll move on. The OP's response was justified, obviously, but it's peeing in the wind...you're just responding to one person, whomever that may be. And that's life in the food chain...
Jan 9, 2021 14:18:29 #
Scruples wrote:
I think the original poster (PHOTOLADY2014) had ha... (show quote)
It is also known among nuclear scientists as the radioactive element "Pulltheirlegium"
Jan 9, 2021 14:45:56 #
cahale
Loc: San Angelo, TX
Photolady2014 wrote:
Wow, just had an upsetting situation happen on Ins... (show quote)
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