5-3 Model Release

When a signed release is required to publish photographs taken of people you can be prepared. Here's an example of the release form I've carried with me, and used successfully when opportunities for photo-stories came my way. You can also buy release forms at office supplies stores.


MODEL RELEASE

In consideration for value received, I hereby authorize the photographer, __________________________________________, and or parties designated by the photographer (including clients, purchasers, agencies, and periodicals or other printed matter and their editors) to use photograph in conjunction with my name (or fictitious name) for sale to or reproduction in any medium the photographer or his designees see fit for purposes of advertising, display, audiovisual, exhibition, or editorial use.

I, ___________________________________________, affirm that I am more than (circle one) [18]  [21] years of age.

Signature:______________________________________________

Date:______________________________

MINOR MODEL RELEASE

I, ____________________________, the legal parent or guardian of

________________________________, a minor, in consideration for value received, assign to

__________________________________ its customers and representatives, the exclusive right to copy and reproduce for the purpose of illustration, advertising, and publication in any manner whatsoever any photograph of said minor in its possession.

Signed:____________________________________________

Address:___________________________________________

Witness:___________________________________________

Date:________________________________