Should another photographer ask before taking a photo of my kids?
Oct 29, 2011 13:31:42 #
There are no laws that prohibit "recognizable faces", nor are there laws about photographing children in public places.. "children" have no more rights in this arena than anybody else.. Just because something is the courteous or polite thing to do, doesn't make the action illegal
Here is a copy of "legal rights for photographers".. If you have concerns, or if somebody stops you in a public venue, print this up and carry it around..
(this is in the USA. Other countries, such as the UK, have photography laws on the books for certain public areas)
http://www.krages.com/ThePhotographersRight.pdf
Here is a copy of "legal rights for photographers".. If you have concerns, or if somebody stops you in a public venue, print this up and carry it around..
(this is in the USA. Other countries, such as the UK, have photography laws on the books for certain public areas)
http://www.krages.com/ThePhotographersRight.pdf
Oct 30, 2011 06:59:37 #
I Have To Agree With Larry D. It Would Be Polite To Ask, But Not Obligate to Do So In A Public Place. But I See You Have A Photo Of Your Son As Your Avatar Photo. And That Can Be Copyed And Used By Anyone..Just Saying.. I Hope All The Posts Have Helped You..
Oct 30, 2011 07:02:46 #
Someone might have an adopted child and not want their picture taken. It might be posted on Flicker or where ever someone might post and the parent might find this invasive. It would make me uncomfortable too. So I think anyone should ask permission.
Oct 30, 2011 07:42:19 #
Yes. Definitely ask the parents if it's OK. In fact, I ask most people who I photograph permission. There are times when you can't ask but it is assumed that you are photographing them. A nice thank you after you shoot their picture goes a long way. It's also a good way to give them a business card.
Oct 30, 2011 07:58:20 #
Regardless of whether it is the "LAW" or not it is "out of line" to take the picture of a child and not approach and ask the adult - either before or after.
Oct 30, 2011 08:12:49 #
No. In public, take the shot. You're out in the world with your kids. If you don't want there llc taken, keep them where you can control this.
Oct 30, 2011 08:14:31 #
Miles42
Loc: Fishers IN
Maybe the law needs change as it would appear with out the legal obligation then common courtsey does not exist. Legal or not it is just wrong.
Oct 30, 2011 08:20:26 #
It's my understanding that photos in a public place whose use is personal or editorial such as a picture in a newspaper can be taken legally and without release, adult or children notwithstanding. Pictures that are taken with the intention of commercial use require a release from the subject/s. It's common sense to ask permission before singling out anyone as a subject for a photo. The sensitivity of taking a child's picture requires permission today as a matter of courtesy.
Oct 30, 2011 08:27:28 #
It would be great if he asked. Some people call this street photography. He was in his rights. you can only hope you see your kids on a billboard and then you can sue him for not getting permission. If he uses the picture for commercial purposes he would have needed a model release. Fase it some people have bad manners in lots of things - Dave
Oct 30, 2011 08:40:39 #
usaellie101
Loc: Spring Hill, Florida
I don't care what any federal judge says ..in my book no one should just take photos of someone else's children without first obtaining permission from their parents.
That's how I feel as a parent and a photographer.
That's how I feel as a parent and a photographer.
Oct 30, 2011 08:43:12 #
good question and in today's world anyone that takes a dead on in your face photo of your children or you is not only an idiot but asking for a lot or deserving trouble
Oct 30, 2011 08:50:14 #
Here is a copy of "legal rights for photographers".. If you have concerns, or if somebody stops you in a public venue, print this up and carry it around..
Good one...thanks.
Good one...thanks.
Oct 30, 2011 08:53:37 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
The problem with children is the parent who just may grab your camera and smash it. In today's world people are very protective of their children and rightfully so. Thus, I would urge anyone to ask first or else you might find yourself pepper sprayed, zapped with a taser or even shot.
There is a big difference between shooting a crowd at a fair and singling out in an obvious manner a child or for that matter an individual.
Although a person has no legal right to privacy the person may desire to not be a subject and take great objection to your making him one and the objection can be a violent response to your innocent photograph.
There is a big difference between shooting a crowd at a fair and singling out in an obvious manner a child or for that matter an individual.
Although a person has no legal right to privacy the person may desire to not be a subject and take great objection to your making him one and the objection can be a violent response to your innocent photograph.
Oct 30, 2011 08:54:33 #
I feel very strongly that strangers should NOT assume they have the freedom to shoot children without parents OK.
I always ask permission, then follow through with a picture sent to them with my address. This will give the parent assurance that I am not a weirdo or will not use those pictures for monetary gain.
so :thumbdown: :thumbdown: :thumbdown: to strangers shooting your children without permission.
I always ask permission, then follow through with a picture sent to them with my address. This will give the parent assurance that I am not a weirdo or will not use those pictures for monetary gain.
so :thumbdown: :thumbdown: :thumbdown: to strangers shooting your children without permission.
Oct 30, 2011 09:02:04 #
So if I photograph the Halloween trick-or-treeters who come to my door, am I in trouble?
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