Watermarks?
Dec 28, 2023 14:37:51 #
Longshadow wrote:
That's what I do. My one camera puts my name in the EXIF, and there are a couple of felds that can be used for other information (Title, Tags, Comments, Author, ...)
That's what I do. My one camera puts my name in the EXIF, and there are a couple of felds that can be used for other information (Title, Tags, Comments, Author, ...)
EXIFTOOL erases and / or replaces all those text-only values ....
Dec 28, 2023 14:39:22 #
Barre wrote:
A friend of mine who ran an art gallery in Georgetown, DC about 50 yrs ago 'suggested' that I protect my works. Watermarking my work was only a suggestion. I asked and am still getting lots of replies.
This is another example where using <quote reply> gives context to your reply to an earlier post ....
Dec 28, 2023 14:42:02 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
EXIFTOOL erases and / or replaces all those text-only values ....
Yes it does...
Best to use micro-printing (smaller than yours) in the photograph near an edge so it's easily found if necessary.
As long as the absconder doesn't crop the shot.
Visible only to pixel peepers.
Dec 28, 2023 15:00:06 #
Scruples wrote:
A good investment is a small and easy to read book... (show quote)
Easy, send an empty unsealed envelope to yourself and then use it for any photo. 😜🤪
Dec 28, 2023 15:05:07 #
Barre wrote:
I've been told that I should watermark my photos to protect from copiers. I'm considering selling some of my works at some photo shows, but have already shared many of my works without protections. I've heard that there are some watermarks that only show up when being printed. This is what I'd prefer. Any thoughts?
A dear friend of mine posted a picture many of you have seen on the internet (not the pic below. That's another story.)...one she took of her cat looking out the patio door of a deer on the deck. The deer had its nose down looking in at the cat. A hogger later took credit for it. I told him it was hers, he argued and then I told her and she showed him the proof in a PM. He had one sort of similar and admitted he posted the wrong picture. THEN I saw where Zazzle was selling mugs, throw pillows, T-shirts, sweat shirts, throws and all kinds of things with her print on them. I told her (I'm such a tattle tale) and she contacted them. Told them to stop or face a lawsuit. They discontinued her picture on anything. I have people out there right now copying my wooden lawn decoration of Santa in a sleigh with a horse pulling it instead of reindeer. I registered my pattern in the copyright division in the Library of Congress 35 years ago. This set is about 10 feet wide and 4 feet tall. I am retiring so I just don't care now. A few years ago, I had to deal with 2 people.
Dec 28, 2023 15:10:27 #
Barre wrote:
I've been told that I should watermark my photos to protect from copiers. I'm considering selling some of my works at some photo shows, but have already shared many of my works without protections. I've heard that there are some watermarks that only show up when being printed. This is what I'd prefer. Any thoughts?
After reading this entire thread I checked your stuff out. Your fears are completely unwarranted. 😜🤪
Dec 28, 2023 15:24:18 #
Dec 28, 2023 18:02:16 #
I would be flattered if someone found one of my images good enough to copy. 😁
Dec 28, 2023 18:05:53 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
I would be flattered if someone found one of my images good enough to copy. 😁
I had someone share an image I posted on Facebook. Neat that they liked it that much.
Dec 28, 2023 18:12:19 #
Barre wrote:
I've been told that I should watermark my photos to protect from copiers. I'm considering selling some of my works at some photo shows, but have already shared many of my works without protections. I've heard that there are some watermarks that only show up when being printed. This is what I'd prefer. Any thoughts?
No point in watermarking. They are easily removed by those who want to steal your images.
Dec 28, 2023 19:04:32 #
Juy
Loc: Delaware
Canisdirus wrote:
Images can be blown up easily now with great results.
Wdll then don't put them on the internet at alk. See how that works for ya. Your nit gonna stop thd person nent on ising your photo. Like i said keep them low res and live with it or din't post period. Unless you have a better method you could share.
Dec 28, 2023 19:10:15 #
About half of what separates a successful photographer from their peers is an ability to remove the watermark.
Dec 28, 2023 21:22:03 #
Juy wrote:
Wdll then don't put them on the internet at alk. See how that works for ya. Your nit gonna stop thd person nent on ising your photo. Like i said keep them low res and live with it or din't post period. Unless you have a better method you could share.
WOW!
Dec 28, 2023 21:36:54 #
Juy wrote:
Wdll then don't put them on the internet at alk. See how that works for ya. Your nit gonna stop thd person nent on ising your photo. Like i said keep them low res and live with it or din't post period. Unless you have a better method you could share.
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Dec 29, 2023 07:06:11 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
I would be flattered if someone found one of my images good enough to copy. 😁
Give it some time. Laziness knows no bounds!
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