"unfortunately, at this time, we all agree that we are not willing to pay anything for the images as this sets a precedent in a scenario where other photographers have agreed to let their work be used in good faith as a way to promote their entire body of work. i hope you and xxx understand this. if we agree to pay you, then we have to pay everyone whose work gets used and this just drives the budget out of control."
"I would be very grateful if you would sign the attached release form granting me permission to use xxx photographs in my book. A digital version (TIFF, grayscale or adobe1998 RGB, 1400X2100 pixels minimum) can be sent via e-mail. xxx Publishing also requires that these images be accompanied by a color correct print or photo print for accurate reproduction. Including this with the signed release form would be greatly appreciated."
"I would be very grateful if you would sign the attached release form granting me permission to use xxx photographs in my book. A digital version (TIFF, grayscale or adobe1998 RGB, 1400X2100 pixels minimum) can be sent via e-mail. xxx Publishing also requires that these images be accompanied by a color correct print or photo print for accurate reproduction. Including this with the signed release form would be greatly appreciated."
These are excerpts from emails sent to a photographer inquiring about photographs she had taken of a band decades ago.
Am I surprised ? Honestly, no.
Abusive and total BS. I especially like the opening line "at this time, we all agree" as if the photographer has agreed to anything yet!
ReplyDeleteHa. That's really funny!
ReplyDeleteMake sure the accompanying print is signed and numbered 1/1.
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