Photography and law

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Copyright for photographers

Copyright is a key issue for photographers, as it not only protects their own work, but also the rights of others. This article explains what copyright law is, what it means in Germany and what photographers need to be aware of in order to avoid copyright infringements. It also sheds light on the right to one's own image and presents the most important exceptions in German photography law.

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Model contracts and declarations of consent

In photography, it is essential to make clear agreements between photographers and models. Model contracts and declarations of consent play a central role here. They regulate the use of the photos and provide legal protection for both parties. In this article, you will find out what model contracts are, what they should contain, what types of model contracts there are and when declarations of consent are necessary.

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Publication rights and data protection

Publication rights and data protection are key issues for photographers who want to use and distribute their work legally. This article highlights the main publication rights and explains what photographers need to pay attention to in order to avoid legal problems.