What is a "copyright release"? What is a copyright? We hear the term a lot, but do we really know what it means? When the term “copyright” is used, it is referring to the protection provided by the Federal Copyright Act, Title 17 of the United States Code. The Copyright Act protects photographers by giving the creator of the photograph (in this case the photographer) the exclusive right to copy, edit and distribute the image by sale or transfer. This Act makes it illegal to copy, scan, edit, or share photographic prints and digital media without the photographer’s permission. Violators of this Federal Law may be subject to civil and criminal penalties. Because these photographs are a work of art, I wanted you to know about this important copyright protection. By respecting the law, you help protect the photographer’s rights and it also prevents you from being subject to any prosecution. Beyond that it helps make sure that these photographs retain their original value as a work of art! If you need additional copies of your prints, would like the right to scan images, or wish to post your images online or in social media accounts, please contact me. All reasonable requests will likely be accommodated, but in some cases may require the payment of an additional fee. If you have questions, just ask! I am more than happy to help answer them! I do not give out a "coyright release" with my photo cds. I give a "print release" This is what you need to make your own prints!
Posted on: Mon, 15 Jul 2013 19:00:31 +0000
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