Public Release Form
Oct 8, 2017 05:09:36 #
amfoto1 wrote:
Unfortunately, that's risky. It may or may not hol... (show quote)
The "consideration" which was a free drink, appetizer or dessert, along with clearly visible signage and the staff making sure everyone was aware of the shoot and promotional intent of the images does weaken any claim. Regardless, you are correct, in a perfect world, model releases are the best solution. But it is not my responsibility to get them. That is on the client.
Oct 8, 2017 07:55:46 #
amfoto1 wrote:
Unfortunately, that's risky. It may or may not hol... (show quote)
The ASMP guidelines do not include the specific case of shooting where a privately owned venue intersects with the public, which is slightly different. In a perfect world, the owner would be advised to hire models (and get releases) to be more or less safe from any litigation.
Also, here is are legal blogs, which are far better than a photography forum for getting better informed opinions on this:
http://morinentlaw.com/got-consent-legal-issues-film-pt-4-production/
https://www.rocketlawyer.com/blog/ask-a-lawyer-filming-in-a-public-space-97747
And this from a company that specializes in event recording:
http://eventlion.co/event-photos-whats-legal/
The best advice I can give the OP is to consult with a lawyer and ignore me or anyone else's advice. The lawyer can defend a lawsuit, none of us will.
Oct 8, 2017 09:18:46 #
I am not a Lawyer but I call BS on a lot of this release stuff. At the races cars, drivers and even spectators get their photos taken and published in magazines for profit and for promotional flyers and I have never seen any photographer ask anyone to sign a release. Many of these photographers make their living or part of their living from shooting these events. So, I would think they know what is required.
If someone shoved a release in my face when I was out and about I would probably tell them to get lost. Maybe I am missing something, but based on experience I think this release issue gets blown way out of proportion.
Best,
Todd Ferguson
If someone shoved a release in my face when I was out and about I would probably tell them to get lost. Maybe I am missing something, but based on experience I think this release issue gets blown way out of proportion.
Best,
Todd Ferguson
boberic wrote:
If the photo will be used for commercial purposes you will need a release form. Google photo release form and print out a bunch of them. Be sure to keep signed copies
Oct 8, 2017 12:41:32 #
Notorious T.O.D. wrote:
I am not a Lawyer but I call BS on a lot of this r... (show quote)
The back of the admission ticket often has language to the effect that you surrender any right to privacy, and in purchasing the ticket you agree. This is fairly commonplace.
Oct 8, 2017 12:58:08 #
Gene51 wrote:
The back of the admission ticket often has language to the effect that you surrender any right to privacy, and in purchasing the ticket you agree. This is fairly commonplace.
Gene, I could see that being used. But many drag racing events I attend use wrist bands and not tickets...
Best,
Todd Ferguson
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