Here is our first offering of releases. As always, if you have an improvement to any of them let us know. Also let us know what other contracts, forms, etc., you would like to have listed.
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The Short Combination Release. This form is handy to have on a pad. Edit this in a word processor or layout program, so that it will fit on a small tear-off pad that can fit in your camera bag. That way you'll always have it handy. This is both a adult and minor's release.
The Short Adult Release. This is a slightly different version of the adult release above.
The Long Adult Release. A few more stipulations that the one above.
The Minor's Release. Minors cannot sign releases. This is essentially the short adult release with areas for parents or guardians to sign. When in doubt always get a copy of a photo ID or driver's license and attach it to the release. Save yourself some grief and protect yourself from someone who claims to be over 18 but isn't. It's not a bad idea to have a copy of the ID showing birthdates on any model unless she/he is obviously over 27.
Property Release. Yes, you do need a release when you take a picture of property that is not publically owned. You may be sued if someone feels that it is an invasion of privacy, or as a result of your photograph suffers harm, such as being sued themselves or being harrassed or embarrassed.
Models' Addendum to the Model's Release. Many models, especially nude and figure models, feel that the model release is one sided and offers no protection or rights to them. The addendum was developed by a model to address these concerns. If you are a model, we suggest you consider using it. If you are a photographer, presenting some version of this to prospective models may go far in developing a mutually beneficial relationship with models.
Copyright Forms. The US Copyright Office maintains an excellent site for information, forms and instructions. This link will take you to their forms page.