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02/21/2009 04:06:14 AM · #1
Hello friends,

So, today when I got home from work I saw the latest magazine from Grand Rapids Community College sitting on the table. I recognized the person on the cover as the organizer of an event which attempted (and succeeded) at setting a world record for the largest zombie walk. I was there, and took pictures.

I turned to the article to immediately recognize two photos which I took at the event, and later posted on Facebook. They were also edited slightly (a ladder removed, woman's face blacked out completely...)

I'm a bit honored that they would use my photos, but also upset that they neither contacted me to ask permission, nor credited me in the article, nor compensated me for the use of my photos.

I just wonder where I should go from here. Immediately my roommate got excited and told me I could sue (doubtful)...but I'm just wondering if there IS anything I can do legally to get recognition and compensation, because I surely would not have let them use my photos without these two things.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!
02/21/2009 07:42:20 AM · #2
The editor or whoever in the marketing department may not realize it's a stolen photo. Did you register your copyright?

Is your Facebook private? Meaning, are you sure she had the means to grab it from there? Did she invite you to come take pictures? Some of how you proceed will depend on your current relationship with her (friend vs. acquaintance) and whether or not you are willing to risk that relationship over money.

In any event, a good way to start is to assume that they didn't mean to steal the shot and misunderstood about what you had given permission for. Send a letter explaining the situation along with a bill and see what happens - you might be able to resolve it without a court battle.

As for photo credit, if this is something they reprint you can insist credit be given on the reprints and/or print a credit in the next version of the magazine.

Good luck!
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