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Should we feel violated?
- Thread starter chromer
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I'm actually surprised this didn't happen much sooner. There are many GREAT photos and photographers on this site.
I hold no ill will towards John and his use of the pictures. But like James, I'm am very aware of the copywrite laws as pertains to photos on the web. As a former Semi-Pro Photographer and a Programmer who works for a very popular website I expressed that concern to the "powers at be" where I work. We are always careful how we use photo's on our site.
That being said, I think it would be a great idea to have a comment in the header of the albums that state the pictures in the album are owned by the picture taker and their use on sites other than the C-Brats must be granted by the owner... Or something like that.
I hold no ill will towards John and his use of the pictures. But like James, I'm am very aware of the copywrite laws as pertains to photos on the web. As a former Semi-Pro Photographer and a Programmer who works for a very popular website I expressed that concern to the "powers at be" where I work. We are always careful how we use photo's on our site.
That being said, I think it would be a great idea to have a comment in the header of the albums that state the pictures in the album are owned by the picture taker and their use on sites other than the C-Brats must be granted by the owner... Or something like that.
gljjr":3ubxatcr said:That being said, I think it would be a great idea to have a comment in the header of the albums that state the pictures in the album are owned by the picture taker and their use on sites other than the C-Brats must be granted by the owner... Or something like that.
Da Nag":3ubxatcr said:- Those that are requesting albums be locked down, forget it. I've no desire to become a middleman in any such mess between users here and their "intellectual property". If you don't want the entire Internet to see your photos (through this site), don't post them. If you have concerns about them being used elsewhere, that's between you and the person using them.
I think Bill made it perfectly clear. He (and by extension "management" of the C-Brat site) does not want to be a cop nor do I think it's even remotely necessary or appropriate. Clearly those folk who are professionals/semi-professionals know all there is that's necessary to know about copyrights and can protect themselves simply by not posting their photos on this site. Many of us who are simply proud of our boats post here to share our handiwork with the other Brats, prospective Brats, prospective owners and former owners. In my humble opinion the biggest proportion of posters don't give a rat's feces about the photos appearing on other sites - in fact, I'd be proud to see the "Jenny B" in an ad somewhere.
Isn't there enough litigation going on already here in the USA?
As Jim says so eloquently: "Peace out." Oops, am I now gonna take crap for plagarism?
Don
If anyone see's DaNag's reply as a problem you can always put the copyright symbol (or copyright), your name, and the date right on the corner of the picture. As for me, sharing my movies, pictures, and music has gained more money and notoriety than I could have ever possibly attained from that brief stint in Raiford.
I simply don't worry about it.
flagold™
I simply don't worry about it.
flagold™
Dan--- Over all I enjoy your posts and perspectives and especially like viewing your photo's taken in the Prince William Sound. On the manner of bringing this subject back up I'm slow on the uptake. Would appreciate an explanation why. Send a PM if you don't care to explain here. No hard feelings if you don't feel like explaining to the slower witted like me.
I missed this ta do being at the time we were enjoying the wonders of the Northern Inland Passage in Alaska and doing our best to capture some of these good times with photo's and video. Our photography skills are limited to point and shoot of which the object of doing was for enhancing memories and sharing not an artistic or business endeavor, so I'll take advantage of Dan's bringing the subject back up to say I have no problem with their being used to share with someone without access to this site or if some individual is industrious enough to find a way to use them for their monetary gain it is OK with me.
My personal opinion this whole thread was much about very little. In fact the mountain out of a mole hill would be most appropriate.
Jay
I missed this ta do being at the time we were enjoying the wonders of the Northern Inland Passage in Alaska and doing our best to capture some of these good times with photo's and video. Our photography skills are limited to point and shoot of which the object of doing was for enhancing memories and sharing not an artistic or business endeavor, so I'll take advantage of Dan's bringing the subject back up to say I have no problem with their being used to share with someone without access to this site or if some individual is industrious enough to find a way to use them for their monetary gain it is OK with me.
My personal opinion this whole thread was much about very little. In fact the mountain out of a mole hill would be most appropriate.
Jay
Well, this thread is new to me and as a photographer, I care about it. I've taken two large groups to Costa Rica and was concerned then about people infringing on my "art" (photography) and the potential to capitalize on my hard work. So what did I do? I hoarded my photos or shared them with only a few. I also have some wonderful poems I've never shared and some of those have since been lost or destroyed. So I ask you, who gains by this? The kids in the pictures got older. And by the time I realized that I really wasn't motivated to promote or sell the photographs, the timeliness of many of them had passed. I gave them away since then, but some of their value was lost by waiting too long. Life is too short. Share away! That is what U-Tube & the internet is all about.
I wish I'd shared the erupting Volcano Arenal with the local television news agency when I returned home in 2003. They probably would have had it on t.v., but no, I hung onto it and unfortunately, few have seen it. Going to the U-Tube site I've seen no videos of erupting volcanoes even close to the three eruptions that I have... two filmed at night with night vision, so I just need to get motivated and download it there.
Dave is right. If I take a photo of your boat, or dog, or family, it is mine to do with what I want. I for one, refuse to dress my cute daughter in a Burkah just because of a few freaks out there. I didn't fight in combat to suppress rights but rather in support of freedom. Don't sell my photos. But use them and give me credit. C.W.
I wish I'd shared the erupting Volcano Arenal with the local television news agency when I returned home in 2003. They probably would have had it on t.v., but no, I hung onto it and unfortunately, few have seen it. Going to the U-Tube site I've seen no videos of erupting volcanoes even close to the three eruptions that I have... two filmed at night with night vision, so I just need to get motivated and download it there.
Dave is right. If I take a photo of your boat, or dog, or family, it is mine to do with what I want. I for one, refuse to dress my cute daughter in a Burkah just because of a few freaks out there. I didn't fight in combat to suppress rights but rather in support of freedom. Don't sell my photos. But use them and give me credit. C.W.
Don't sell my photos. But use them and give me credit. C.W.
I agree with Chris.
I have spent most of my life shooting photos, for Stock, Advertising, Portrait, and pleasure. I understand the copyright laws and use of images, and though now all the equipment is retired, and most of the images, I still occasionally enjoy a good opportunity. If I get a chance over time and an image of your boat shows up on our "Other Boats or C-Dorys We've Seen" albums, help your self, and enjoy. I would appreciate the credit as hopefully you would appreciate the image.
Harvey
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