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04/07/2006 10:16:22 AM · #1 |
If I take a picture of a child's hands (with his face in the background a bit blurred) do I need a model release from the child's parent?
In what situations do I really need a model release? |
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04/07/2006 10:31:54 AM · #2 |
As far as I know you only need one if the face is totally recognisable.
Blurred should be fine but it depends on how much. If had to look at that photo and I had to identify the child amongst 15 children - and can do it no sweat, then I would suppose yes, you would need one. |
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04/07/2006 10:34:47 AM · #3 |
Originally posted by Ampao64:
If I take a picture of a child's hands (with his face in the background a bit blurred) do I need a model release from the child's parent?
In what situations do I really need a model release? |
You need a release for commercial use, anytime the person is personally identifiable or recognizable.
Assuming you took this photo in a public place, you could probably use a photo like you describe as a print for sale, but not as a stock image for others to use.
Getting a release covers you legally, and enhances the value if you do want to use it commercially. |
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04/07/2006 10:38:49 AM · #4 |
Thanks guys.
Theres a request from a Magazine in a foreign coutry to publish the photo, with credit to the photographer. There's no monetary exchange involved.
What would you guys do? |
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04/07/2006 10:42:01 AM · #5 |
I'd explain and ask the parent -- why should they say no?
If the parent's unavailable, I'd maybe try blurring the face some more to make it less-recognizable. |
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04/07/2006 10:45:48 AM · #6 |
| Thanks General. Will do that! :) |
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