Cross-posted from notesfromarepsjournal.com
[by Heather Elder]
In the current climate of awareness and ownership of “how” one does business, photographers, reps, and producers need to be well rounded with the law. Knowing the importance of contracts and understanding them helps us to make informed decisions and be able to push back on some of the language that isn’t in our best interest or the best interest of our clients. Being able to dissect and understand the terms and conditions document as well as having a grasp of the anatomy of a photography contract is a skill we cannot afford to not have in our toolkit.
Last week, our friend; photo and film producer Monica Zaffarano, attended Art & Law Thursdays co-presented by the American Society for Media Photographers (ASMP) & School of the Art Institute of Chicago (CAPX). Marci Rolnik Walker, Legal Director for Lawyers for the Creative Arts, was the speaker. Monica was gracious enough to share her experience and some key takeaways.
Featured Image: Heather Elder