One photo in particular has a detail of four kids in halloween costumes, but their faces are clearly visable. I have been told that because it was a public grouping I do not need a legal binding release to market the image. Is this true?
2006-11-16 06:40:28 · 9 answers · asked by Gordon S 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
yes you should get one think if they were your kids
2006-11-20 05:36:24 · answer #1 · answered by Talking Hat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the children are singularly identifiable you need a waiver or release from the parent or guardian. This is used because you are publishing these pictures to make money. There are many parents who do not want their childrens pictures published because of pedofilia, custody orders etc. Schools must get permission to publish students pictures in yearbooks or in newspapers.
2006-11-16 06:45:19 · answer #2 · answered by fancyname 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. If they were at a public event in a public location then it is fine to go without a release form. If you think you want to, then do it, but it is not legally necessary.
I believe what that without permission, the only thing you CAN'T do is release information about them (ie: full name, address, etc)
2006-11-16 06:48:24 · answer #3 · answered by Sweet Susie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If they are under the age of 18, it is best that you get the parents consent so nothing legal can come up.
2006-11-16 06:43:38 · answer #4 · answered by butterfly*princess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you need a model release, specially if they are minors.
2006-11-16 10:33:46 · answer #5 · answered by bigonegrande 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a resounding YES. It protects you and them.
If it is a child, a parent will have to sign.
2006-11-16 06:52:04 · answer #6 · answered by producer_vortex 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would get one just to be safe. then u will have it if something comes up even if its a simple handwritten on notebook paper it would be a goo idea!
2006-11-19 10:27:39 · answer #7 · answered by love_it_blonde 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
true...if you're willing to let everyone see you then its public domain..but as far as marketing goes..large distribution...I would check with your attorney...
2006-11-16 07:21:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would get one just case
you might get sued in this day age .
2006-11-16 06:43:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋