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09/22/2005 03:07:15 PM · #1 |
Ok, here's the message I got-
I was wondering if you have a larger file of the above as I would like to use this for a display panel for a local government tradeshow in the UK .
The image is fantastic and just what I'm looking for.
about this photo: tree
I've never dealt with something like this before. (I do have a larger file) How do I proceed? what should I expect?
thanks for the advice,
Mark
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09/22/2005 03:14:16 PM · #2 |
Get a contract in writing stating that the photo is being licensed (not "sold"!) for a specific use and period of time, agree on compensation, and send them the file.
If you can get them to pay enough, use some of the fee to officially register the image as copyrighted -- if they end up using it for anything other than what you agreed to, you'll be in a position to collect damages. And, if the image is as good as they say, start exploiting it as prints, postcards, or something ... |
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09/22/2005 04:21:47 PM · #3 |
How much is it, and how do I go about officially register an image as copyrighted?
also, how much do you think that I can expect to get paid? |
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09/22/2005 04:46:40 PM · #4 |
In the USA, I think it now costs $30 to register a copyright. You can get all the details and forms (in PDF) directly from the Copyright Office. If you plan on marketing more images, check out what's available from Nolo Press -- they publish several titles on IP law.
For large signage at an international trade show expo? Why not ask for, say, $100 for a one-time usage fee, and a credit somewhere in their promotional marerials (if they have any). It should be more if they also print it in a brochure or something.
You should also get them to give you a picture of the display for your records/promotional purposes.
You can always negotiate any degree of discount you feel appropriate under the circumstances, but I believe in offering them something like a "real price" to start out with. |
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09/22/2005 06:43:41 PM · #5 |
| are they asking through shutterstock? If so you have to go through them I believe. Also you don't really need your photo registered. The copyright is yours and remains yours. It sould say so in the contract that they sign. Then they will have no recourse should they use it again without your permission... My work is this type of thing so if you have any questions, feel free to PM me :0) |
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