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Model Releases

If I take a photograph of a group of people and sell it. Do I need a release from each person?

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Anonymous
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Posted on / Jun. 17, 2007 00:40:00

Re: Model Releases

I'm not licensed in Washington state, so I can advise you specifically, but in most states, it's illegal to use someone's likeness for commercial purposes without consent.

If you're SELLING the photo, that's a commercial use.

Consent should be in writing... so yes, I'd say you DO need a release from each person.

Anonymous
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Posted on / Jun. 17, 2007 00:40:00

Re: Model Releases

I'm not licensed in Washington state, so I can advise you specifically, but in most states, it's illegal to use someone's likeness for commercial purposes without consent.

If you're SELLING the photo, that's a commercial use.

Consent should be in writing... so yes, I'd say you DO need a release from each person.

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