Need help on modeling session

[boeaya]

I have a minor that wanted to take a modeling portrait session. We kind of agree on the session price and the thing that she will get with the package.
However, the big questions that I have are:
1. What is the modeling release form (full and partial)? Is this typical release form, can you tell what the wording suppose to be?
2. How much should I charge for 8x10 reprint cost that is appropriate?

Thank you been learning ton of stuff from you guys and still learning.

Erwin

[brad]

Treat it the same way you would an adult session as far as costs go... and when it comes to the release.. the adult parent or guardian MUST sign it... if the model is over 12, you might have them sign it, too... its not legally binding, but if they are serious about modeling into the future it becomes a learning experience for them... that they need to know that photographers need releases and need to know the business side of it....

[Kathi]

Here is a one-page model release that we use. Hopefully it helps...

************************************************** *************
Model name: ______________________ Photoshoot Date: __________

The undersigned model and photographer hereby agree to accept all conditions set forth within this limited consent and release. I, the undersigned model in consideration of the following compensation as provided by the photographer:

$______ in modeling fees [ ] and/or [ ] CD Proofs of images and (2) TWO 8X10’s of model’s choice

Do hereby give the undersigned photographer, their clients and/or assigns, specific permission to: publish, sell, post on the internet or similar medium, copyright, distribute and/or display photographic images of me taken on the below listed date. In lieu of listing specific uses for the photographs taken, the model may list specific restrictions for the use of the photographs in the section provided below. If no specific uses and/or restrictions are stated by model within this release, the photographer shall be free to use the photographs for whatever purpose he’/she wishes, with the model’s irrevocable legal right and permission.

I, the undersigned photographer, agree that the model has the right to inspect and/or examine all of the photographs and/or written text to which the images may be applied before use as described below. I, the undersigned model, hereby release and discharge the undersigned photographer, his clients and/or assigns from any and all liability by virtue of distortion, blurring, alteration, optical illusion and/or composite form, whether the same is intentional, or otherwise. I understand that the photographer, his clients and/or assigns may use any process or procedure resulting in the completion of the finished product, the publication, distribution, or public display, when photos of me are used in accordance with the usage listed below:

Intended usage: Model’s personal promotion and portfolio both print and digital

Usage for <insert your website here> and client may use images for personal promotion provided <Insert your company name here> receives photo credit as Photos by: <insert your website here>

Stated restrictions: __________________________________________________ _______________

By signing this limited consent and release form I, the undersigned model, represent that I am of legal age in the state in which this limited consent and release form is executed, that before signing this document I have read it completely and understand it, and that I am bound, as is anyone who succeeds to my responsibilities and rights, as my heirs or assigns. I release the undersigned photographer and give up all future claims and rights, which I may have at any time.

Model’s Signature: _______________________________________
Model’s printed name: _______________________________________
Model’s mailing address: _______________________________________
_______________________________________
Model’s telephone: (____) _____________, (____) _____________
Model’s Email Address: _________________________

Photography session date: __________________
Photographer’s Signature: _______________________________________
Photographer’s printed name: Robert and/or Kathleen Kemp
Witness Signature: _______________________________________

If the model is under legal age (18):
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________ date ____/____ /____

[HotHolly]

Ditto to brad - the parent/ guardian needs to sign the release for the child. We have that worked into our contract similar to Kathi's. And keep the parent there during the shoot. Don't leave yourself alone with a minor. Some parents are weird and will ask to leave, so explain ahead of time that they need to stay.

As for print prices - those are all over the place. Model packages usually have different rates than portrait packages - different intended use and all...and they usually need a pile of prints.

[Kathi]

Originally Posted by HotHolly

And keep the parent there during the shoot. Don't leave yourself alone with a minor. Some parents are weird and will ask to leave, so explain ahead of time that they need to stay.

Absolutely!! If a parent is not willing to stay while you are working with their child, then politely explain to them that it is a matter of ethics and legality. If they are too busy to stay with you at that time, explain that you will have to reschedule their session for a better time. There may not be any specific laws against being by yourself with a minor (yet) but CYA... If the parent is there, nothing can be said about you later. And that goes for both male and female photogs these days... When I shoot, my husband is there with me - he is my "Lighting Technician" when they ask - and I make sure the parents stay too. That way, both sides of the equation have equal representation if anything should ever be said. Nothing ever has been said about us, nor do I give them any reason to say anything, but again CYA.

Originally Posted by HotHolly

As for print prices - those are all over the place. Model packages usually have different rates than portrait packages - different intended use and all...and they usually need a pile of prints.

Nodding in agreement...

[boeaya]

waoo thanks for the respond. I have to agree with third person/parents need to be present at shooting. Yep even at my current line of work cya is kind of important.

thank you....