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31. December 2006
by scribe_12248
OK, I'm brand new to this site and to the world of commercial photography, so there's much I don't know. My background and experience is in news photography, which does not require release forms. So maybe some of you vets can tell me this: Do you actually manage to persuade average, non-professional-model type people to sign that Crestock release form? If so, how? Having read that stunning horror of legalistic, verbose and off-putting bafflegab, I find it difficult to imagine that any sane person (who's not getting paid for it) would voluntarily sign away all their rights concerning a stranger's use of their image. Is this the standard form? Is there no simpler, less-intimidating version? Does anyone sign such a thing, ever? Understandably, Crestock wants photos of people, but how the hell does one convince a stranger whose face happens to be recognizable in, say, a street scene shot, to sign away their rights for no benefit whatsoever?
RE: Model release query
It's sometimes surprising how quickly a person will sign a release if you approach them in the right way. Often people are flattered, a few don't want to be in print and say no.I am always nervous about asking, in fact I practically shake as I ask. However, if you offer a free print of your shot, that usually does the trick.
My personal model release is actually much more detailed than the Crestock version. I explain what is in it and some will read it and others do not (just take my word).
Unfortunately, they are necessary. Also, I am finding out that many buildings, locations, possessions and items also cannot be photographed without releases.
I have some wonderful images of horses and I have not been able to get them to sign yet. Oh, well, yet another challenge.:hehe:
Becky
Posted: 9. Jan 2008 by caymiss