Copyright/protect Your Image

[DTiger]

Hello,

I am looking for some hints or advices...

I do intend to hire a professional photographer and get some shots. But I know nothing about laws/rules here.

Many photographers offer some kind of package... Who is then going to be the owner of all pictures? Will be the photographer be allowed to do whatever he/she likes with the pictures (Publish them, modify them...)?

Do I have (as a modele ) any kind of protection on my own image?

Thanks

[The Vulcan]

The photographer always owns the image rights but needs a model release to market them universally. Assuming you do not sign such a release you severely restrict his subsequent marketing of same. This, however, will not in itself prevent unwelcome exposure. I would suggest you arrange a contract with the photographer forbidding any commercial or otherwise use. If they are professional this should not pose a problem.

[percy2]

It depends on the contract you have with the photographer.

Cheers

[Hoopster]

You have protection unless you sign a model release allowing the photographer to use your image commercially. You could sign an agreement allowing specific use.

[Kan Win]

May be good for you all,

Copy Write Article

Found this last year or so, hope this helps.

Kan Win