Welcome to the Legal & Copyrights page for Bango Photography, accessible at www.bangophotography.com. This page outlines important legal information regarding the photographs we create and your rights as our valued clients.
At Bango Photography, we are passionate about capturing beautiful and lasting memories. It’s important to understand the legal framework that governs the use of these images.
Copyright Ownership:
In accordance with copyright law, Bango Photography (the photographer) retains full copyright and ownership of all photographic works created during your session or event. This means that the photographer holds the exclusive rights to copy, distribute, display, and create derivative works from the photographs.
Photographer’s Rights:
As the copyright holder, Bango Photography reserves the right to use the photographic work for self-promotion purposes. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Displaying images in our portfolio, both online (on our website, social media, etc.) and offline (in print materials, studio displays, etc.).
- Using images in marketing and advertising materials for Bango Photography.
- Submitting images to photography competitions and exhibitions.
- Licensing the images to third parties for commercial or editorial use (unless otherwise agreed upon in a specific contract).
Client’s Usage Rights (License):
We understand that you cherish your photographs and want to share them with your loved ones. Therefore, Bango Photography grants you, the client, a non-exclusive, perpetual license to make unlimited reproductions of the Photographic Work for family and friends both online and offline.
This means you are welcome to:
- Share the digital images with family and friends via email, social media, or other online platforms.
- Print the images for personal use and to share with family and friends.
- Create physical products such as albums, canvases, and gifts for personal use and for gifting to family and friends.
Limitations on Client’s Usage:
While we grant you broad rights for personal use, it’s important to note that this license does not include the right to:
- Use the photographs for any commercial purposes, including but not limited to advertising, marketing, or promoting any business, product, or service (unless a separate commercial license has been purchased).
- Sell or license the photographs to any third party for profit.
- Submit the photographs to contests, publications, or websites for commercial gain without the explicit written permission of Bango Photography.
- Significantly alter or modify the photographs in a way that misrepresents the photographer’s original work (unless specifically agreed upon). This includes removing watermarks (if present) without permission.
Watermarks and Photographer Credit:
Bango Photography may include a discreet watermark on digital images. We kindly request that you retain this watermark when sharing images online, as it helps to give credit to the photographer.
Commercial Use:
If you are interested in using the photographs for any commercial purposes, please contact us to discuss obtaining a commercial usage license. This will outline the specific terms and fees associated with commercial use.
Model Releases:
For sessions involving individuals, Bango Photography will typically obtain model releases where necessary for our own promotional purposes. If you require specific model releases for your own use (e.g., for commercial purposes beyond sharing with family and friends), please discuss this with us prior to your session.
Disclaimer:
The information provided on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal inquiries or concerns, we recommend consulting with a legal professional.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions regarding our legal and copyright policies, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Bango Photography
Address: Dumfries, VA
Email: hello@bangophotography.com
Phone: +1 571-251-2109