“If you’re a professional photographer, you must own this book.” —David Hume Kennerly, Pulitzer Prize winner, former White House photographer, University of Arizona presidential scholar The All-in-One Resource for Photographers at All Levels In The Law (in Plain English)® for Photographers, Leonard D. DuBoff and Sarah J. Tugman walk readers through the legal landscape of the photography business. In easy-to-understand terms and with plenty of examples, this comprehensive resource covers everything from organizing a business to privacy rights to copyright questions. Clearly outlined chapters will help readers to: Comprehend intellectual property laws ​Identify defamation and libel Distinguish rights of privacy and publicity Navigate censorship and obscenity rules Understand photo licenses and restrictions Organize a photography business Draft strong contracts and resolve disputes Properly file taxes and take advantage of deductions Select and utilize insurance plans Prepare an estate plan To master the legal side of the business, all photographers need to have this essential guide in their libraries.

The Photographer's Legal Guide provides essential tools and basic information to navigate the complexities of legal issues in the business of photography. It addresses the important issues such as copyright, taxes, business structures, contracts and insurance in an easy to read and understand manner.

"The purpose of this book remains the same-to provide practical advice to photographers about the parameters of the law"--

If you license or publish images, this guide is as indispensable as your camera. It provides specific information on the legal rights of photographers, illustrators, artists, covering intellectual property, copyright, and business concerns in an easy-to-read, accessible manner. The Copyright Zone, Second Edition covers: what is and isn’t copyrightable, copyright registration, fair use, model releases, contracts and invoices, pricing and negotiation, and much more. Presented in a fun and easy to digest style, Jack Reznicki and Ed Greenberg, LLC help explain the need-to-know facts of the confusing world of legal jargon and technicalities through real world case studies, personal asides, and the clear writing style that has made their blog Thecopyrightzone.com and monthly column by the same name in Photoshop User magazine two industry favorites. The second edition of this well-reviewed text has almost doubled in size to ensure that every legal issue you need to know about as a photographer or artist is covered and enjoyable to learn!

“No writer, beginning or experienced, will want to be without this book.” —Jean Auel, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Clan of the Cave Bear and the Earth’s Children series A career as a writer involves much more than the act of writing itself. In The Law (in Plain English) for Writers, Fifth Edition, Leonard DuBoff and Sarah Tugman proffer invaluable advice for the myriad legal and business facets of being a writer. Readers will discover how to succeed in every area affecting a writer's livelihood, such as submissions, dealing with agents, taxes, permissions, royalties, alternatives to mainstream publishers, copyright, book and magazine contracts, and how to prevent disputes. This newly revised edition, keeping up with the changing legal landscape, contains information on a variety of legal issues pertinent to writers of all types, including: Updated coverage on issues such as how to avoid trouble posed by the interplay between the right to free speech, privacy, and defamation law Changes in the copyright law, procedures, and recent cases on copyright protection and infringement Updated and revised chapters on the business of writing New and updated Internet resources For writers of all levels, this comprehensive resource is the key to turning a writing career into a sustainable livelihood.

This book describes rights, concerns and legal issues for photographers both before and after shooting their images. It addresses a variety of topics, including: how laws are made and enforced on state and federal levels; rights when photographing in public places; how to safely and legally gain access to private property; photography on tribal lands, at government and military facilities, and other specialized locations; privacy and liability; security monitoring and photography in the workplace by both employers and employees; obtaining permission to photograph children, adults, and private properties, plus tips for ensuring release forms are adequate and enforceable; restricted subject matter and common misconceptions about what can't be photographed; how to avoid confrontations and what to do should they arise; what to do if equipment is seized by law enforcement, government agent, or private individual; protecting intellectual property; rights of the photographer and subjects when licensing images or publishing in a commercial context; and formulating a clear ethical code.

“Savvy art collectors who want to protect themselves and their investments would be wise to read The Law (in Plain English)® for Collectors. The book provides valuable guidance that collectors of all levels can rely on.” —Dale Chihuly In The Law (in Plain English)® for Collectors, Leonard DuBoff and Sarah Tugman provide helpful advice on all things legal when it comes to art, antiques, and other collectibles. Whether readers are into coins or Queen Anne furniture, paintings or vintage books, this guide contains useful and practical information readers need to know to protect and enjoy their collections. Among other important concerns, readers will learn how to: Navigate purchases and customs Select insurance plans Properly file taxes Loan out pieces to galleries, museums, and shows Bestow work to future generations For private collectors, gallerists, artists, and others interested in art dealings, The Law (in Plain English)® for Collectors is an indispensable reference.

Fully revised and updated to reflect current trends and changes in professional practice, this book features 34 fully reproducible forms (on a Mac and PC compatible CD-ROM) which photographers everywhere will find invaluable. Each form is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, advice, and much more.

The fundamentals of exposure and the essentials of lighting are explored in this photography reference that uses progressive images from portrait sessions as its basis of explanation. Starting with how light is perceived differently by the camera than the human eye, this resource clarifies the more complicated laws that govern light, breaking the rules down with clear, effective examples. Various light sources are investigated—from simple sunlight to advanced professional and studio systems—as well as the types of lighting units used at different times during the sessions. By adding or modifying one light at a time, a sequence of images shows how the desired effect was achieved, offering photographers step-by-step troubleshooting tips. Concise text paired with photo examples offer any portrait photographer the techniques needed to create perfectly lit images.