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Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

10/31/2004 07:34:08 AM · #1

"Our church uses visual presentations as part of our worship service. I occasionally use images in connection with Bible versus. Scripture can come alive when it is expressed with dramatic images such as yours. I respectfully ask your permission to use some of your images from time to time for this purpose only. The images will not be printed or reproduced in any form. The images will be shown on a projector during our service for a few seconds at a time.

God bless.

Unsigned, no subject, nothing, what should I reply? Or should I? I don't mind allowing them to project my images in a church, but shouldn't they atleast sign themselves or atleast tell me which church where is it and such? What would you guys do?

cpanaioti

Canon EOS-40D

10/31/2004 07:40:59 AM · #2

I'm very suspicious of unsolicited email so I would just trash it without replying.

wewillexplore

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

10/31/2004 07:43:37 AM · #3

I'd ask - just to satisfy your curiosity about who, what, where... and then say why not. :)

M

deapee

Kodak V803

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

10/31/2004 07:43:44 AM · #4

I'd be weary for a few reasons. First, I'd definately want to know which church it was. Secondly, my friend while growing up's father was a pastor at just a small church, and he pulled in over $150,000 a year from donations and what not (I think that might even be the max you're allowed to take), his house was paid for, and he got a free car too. Asking for money for the photographs wouldn't be a bad thing, but like I said, I'd check out the church first.

If everything seems legit like it seems to be a place where a lot of people go who just honestly love the Lord, then I'd be okay with it. I'm not trying to get on church topic or anything, but A LOT of the churches around here just have members that go once a week and give a ton of money to because they feel that's what makes them a christian.

Use your judgement, DEFINATELY ask questions, and even go check the place out before you make up your mind.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

10/31/2004 07:44:11 AM · #5

Also I'm curious how they got my email because I have it hidden anywhere, and on sites where I can't hide it I use another one.

wewillexplore

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

10/31/2004 08:04:45 AM · #6

They aren't asking for your original file, as far as I can see. They are asking permission so as to be legit. Let's pretend they don't ask for your file, they use it this Sunday, don't tell you, and nothing changes. You would never know. Why would they contact you? I'm wary of Nigerians. I'm weary of having to worry about this kind of stuff in today's world. Either way, good luck with it!

M

bjallen

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

10/31/2004 08:14:31 AM · #7

Get more information! Sounds like good exposure for you. Who knows what may come out of it, as long as they give credit to you, geez, what if the head guy at National Geographic is a member of the church!You never know....
As long as you feel they are credible.

Node

Nikon D300

Tamron SP AF 17-35mm f/2.8-4 Di LD Aspherical IF for Nikon

10/31/2004 08:50:48 AM · #8

I'm sure if it was legit they would have all sorts of details for you.

Personally I would,t touch it, maybe they will contact you with further info but replying to whoever it is is confirming your email address.

Now the other thing is if they can afford a projector and a lap top, they can afford the couple of dollars to get your photo off a stock site.

ClubJuggle

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

10/31/2004 10:17:35 AM · #9

And if the projector and laptop are donated, maybe from a local business that recently upgraded theirs?

-Terry

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

10/31/2004 10:23:46 AM · #10

I'd simply ask the questions that you feel need answering. Then research the reply...

- Is the church a real one?
- Is the person really associated with that church?

If so, then use any additional information you have to make a decision.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

10/31/2004 10:49:44 AM · #11

That's what I wrote to them, I have no problem with it as long as they clearly introduce themselves and the church + any other details to me. Thanks all for the replays. It's weird because I usualy don't reply to people who doesn't sign theyr mails, but this time I thought maybe they are really church people not so familiar with internet etiquette and such.

zeuszen

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

10/31/2004 11:45:18 AM · #12

Originally posted by frumoaznicul:

...Unsigned, no subject, nothing, what should I reply? Or should I?...What would you guys do?

Bounce the message.

jab119

10/31/2004 12:02:33 PM · #13

I would be carefull, I was asked by a new user of this site to use one of my images on a poster for a book store reading fair of some type. I have yet seen the pint they promised me or anything else for that matter.

James

LindaLee

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

10/31/2004 03:58:24 PM · #14

Our church uses "visuals" nearly every Sunday, and they are always used with permission of the artist, and the artist's name is clearly visible. (This applies to songs as well.)

It is my understanding however, that the church is open and upfront in contacting anyone about their work, and provides complete contact information, including a contact name, as well as address, phone and email for the church as well as alternate contact info, and full disclosure as to the intended uses of the work.

Good Luck with your decision.