Originally posted by mavrik:
Anytime you leave your house, anyone can take your photo. Welcome to the world stars have lived in for so many years. Now, instead of the papparazi being the only ones with great lenses and cameras, *I* have them too. If I see you and you are doing something interesting or stupid, I will take your photo. And if you stand in front of me, I may macro your shoes or your nose. |
I agree with your post, but I believe there is a limit on COMMERCIAL EXPLOITATION of those images; unless you are a "public figure" the photographer is supposed to get a release from you for other than personal or journalistic use. However, I agree there's no real limit on their taking the photo, just what uses they're allowed to make of it later.
And there ARE rare cases where the mere knowledge of a kid's being in some particular place IS hazardous, for example in a custody dispute or stalking situation, where the kid and custodial parent have relocated to avoid harassment.
I therefore encourage all teachers to exempt from field trips any kids whose family is in a witness-protection program or has a restraining order in effect ... otherwise I suggest nicely asking if you can have a copy of the photo for your school newspaper or yearbook.
Message edited by author 2004-06-05 12:19:34. |
