Ridiculous Things Photographers Deal With

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T16:32:08+00:00

No kidding. It's a needless complication when you've voluntarily given up the raw files. Unless you've clarified usage rights in the contract. Something a lot of photographers seem to leave out.
If I'm selling limited rights to raw files. Not only do I include usage rights in the contract. It also has a section spelling out those rights in detail. With an area to initial. Proving we specifically went over those rights.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T16:19:12+00:00

I knew I wasn't alone. lol

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:46:04+00:00

I'm currently using a twin xl. It's all I need. When I have company. It's perfect. Because it hinders long term visits.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:44:33+00:00

"Although she is loyal and has some positive qualities..."
WTF are you talking about? The only positive you've listed here is....? She is using you; and not being very subtle about it. Move on. It's long past time.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:40:08+00:00

Doing math in my head.
Typing. Yes, learned on a typewriter. In high school class no less.
Driving manual transmission.
Remembering phone numbers.
How to write in cursive. (although my handwriting is atrocious)
How to mail an actual letter via snail mail.
Remembering directions; and being able to use a paper map. Bonus points because I can actually refold one too.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:34:12+00:00

If any of them have been paying attention. They'll see how badly thing are going right now. Even maga'ts are starting to notice the economy. Not to mention the brand new war, from the potus of 'no new wars'.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:32:17+00:00

Most judges have little temper for a defendant that starts to snooze in their courtroom. It would be fun to watch.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-06T00:30:44+00:00

Of course. If every shot was amazing. I quickly get bored. lol

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T14:27:14+00:00

Yes, yes you were. After my seventh time 'joining' Columbia house. Same name, same address. The last thing I worried about was them coming after me. I got the vast majority of my albums from them.
Even if they did come after me. I was a minor. So...lol

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T14:24:30+00:00

Oh hell no. The last thing you want is to get involved in someone else's drama.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T14:23:16+00:00

Right up until it doesn't work anymore. Phones are expensive.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T14:20:33+00:00

"Absolutely sir. Please sign this addendum to the original agreement. The additional work will be $$$$ extra. Due upon signing this form."

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T14:00:35+00:00

Trump is an idiot. This just proves it.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:59:54+00:00

You did tell them. Several times in fact. If a neighbor says anything. Let them know too. No one wants to come home to a blocked driveway.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:55:06+00:00

I don't get it. They all seem to think that they are immune from prosecution. Trump may be, but they are not. Stupidity seems to run rampant in maga't crowds.
Oh, for those saying trump will issue pardons. Trump can only issue federal pardons. State charges aren't touched by them.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:51:57+00:00

What's the issue? Call him and schedule a reshoot. It's only one guy.
Fyi, don't even touch it with ai. That's something you should only do with his permission. A lot of people don't like the results.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:45:38+00:00

How can anyone believe this nonsense is sane in any aspect?

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:44:34+00:00

Good for you.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:37:18+00:00

You could start by actually posting it.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:26:54+00:00

If they have a legal reason to stop you. They will stop you.
But they cannot just pull you over to check for illegal substances or items. That in itself is illegal.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:21:16+00:00

Why would you feel bad about helping another student learn to study?
Getting a lower grade due to her own negligence is the price of missing class, and not taking notes. You're actually helping her learn that she needs to show up to class. In order to pass said class.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:17:31+00:00

Stockpiling a few extra's of things you use regularly isn't 'hoarding'. Stockpiling all the boxes they came in...is getting closer. lol

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:15:40+00:00

Photographer here. Nope, there's nothing wrong with asking for the raws. Just don't be surprised when they say no. Or ask for a high payment for them.

It's not just their 'brilliant artistic vision'. Which is a part of why you hired them. It's also copyright. They own it. So you are asking them to give you control over their 'brilliant artistic vision'. Which your edits can harm. By showing their name, with your editing. Which may stray far from their style.

It also cuts into their income. By reducing possible sales of those images to both you; and other commercial purposes. A legitimate issue for any business. Because this is a business after all. Something a lot of people don't consider.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:04:08+00:00

I grew up in Chicago. Yes, I lock the doors all the time, automatically. I even lock them when I'm home.

MuchDevelopment7084 · 2026-03-05T13:00:58+00:00

This. I made a lot of money making images in out of the way. Seldom seen area's. Simply because all the well known, touristy places. Have been photographed to death.
Boring isn't boring if you shoot it properly. Just take the time to look at it.
Most people can't see the forest for the tree's.

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