Photographer
Art of the nude
Posts: 12067
Grand Rapids, Michigan, US
MissLaurelle wrote:
Hey guys!
Is it just me, or a lot of models on MM won't do the modelmayhem credits with the # thingy.
And it's not because the photographer isn't on MM, no.. I've seen many photographers have the same shot as the model credited and all and the model have no info given on hers.
I personally find it frustrating cause I usually want to know who shot the picture. But I also find it kind of a lack of respect?
thoughts...?
Edit; They also don't credit on their MM page (which is obviously not necessary, but if they didn't credit the shot... you'd think they'd mention the photog somewhere?)
I'm huge of crediting. JadeDRed wrote:
If its not your photo its not your problem.
I don't worry about what other people do when its none of my business. Maybe they have a good reason. Maybe not. Still not my business.
If i ever forgot to credit a photographer they are welcome to message me and i will sort it out straight away. Probably happens quite a lot with the credits as most people i work with i dont meet on here and am therefore unaware of their profiles. If it impacts her (or my) ability to network, it is her (or my) business. Doesn't mean we can change anything, but it's a very reasonable concern.
Photographer
Art of the nude
Posts: 12067
Grand Rapids, Michigan, US
JadeDRed wrote:
I take a lot of self portraits and i always wonder whether it is better to leave the copyright blank and be thought ignorant and rude for not crediting the photographer or to fill it in with my own name and be thought of another dumb model who think she owns the photo, it seems whatever we do someone will assume a negative reason for it. That seems like a lot of worrying, when you could just include "self portrait" in either the caption or copyright section, and take care of it.
Photographer
Light and Lens Studio
Posts: 3450
Sisters, Oregon, US
Kind of a two way street, isn't it.
Some llamas are extremely busy and don't care if additional work comes in from networking. Others want to keep busy and make it easy to schedule them.
Generally, I credit the llamas for the reason of aiding in their getting more work.
Since most of my shoots are paid, I think it's only fair that if a llama uses one of the images that she was paid for, she should credit me as the photographer.
Just my 2¢
Photographer
Fotografica Gregor
Posts: 4126
Alexandria, Virginia, US
Crediting me and leaving my logo intact is a requirement stated in my image usage license. Failure to do so voids the license....
Model
Love_mya
Posts: 288
Rockbank, Victoria, Australia
I like to credit everyone involved.. on MM, facebook or my own website... plus i like to add more details such as location and date (not on MM) to help me remember it for future use or if i need to go back to that photo, its all there 
Photographer
Mark Salo
Posts: 11724
Olney, Maryland, US
When I look at a portfolio, if a model doesn't give credits, that's a concern. If a model claims copyright, that's a definite no go.
Photographer
Solas
Posts: 10390
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Kelleth wrote:
I could care less whether someone credits their images or not. i thought i was the only one, phew.
Model
JadeDRed
Posts: 5620
London, England, United Kingdom
Art of the nude wrote:
That seems like a lot of worrying, when you could just include "self portrait" in either the caption or copyright section, and take care of it. Don't confuse wondering with worrying. As a model it often seems you should cater to every weird, paranoid or demanding photographer so you don't burn any bridges or upset anyone but after a while you soon learn that if you carry on like that its you that burns out and for very little return. So i don't worry that some photographer who is unlikely to ever hire me anyway decides to imagine that some awful, murderous scenario must be the cause of me not labelling my self portraits in the way that pleases them. I do wonder at the mindset behind it though, on occasion.
Photographer
Darren Brade
Posts: 3351
London, England, United Kingdom
JadeDRed wrote:
Don't confuse wondering with worrying. As a model it often seems you should cater to every weird, paranoid or demanding photographer so you don't burn any bridges or upset anyone but after a while you soon learn that if you carry on like that its you that burns out and for very little return. So i don't worry that some photographer who is unlikely to ever hire me anyway decides to imagine that some awful, murderous scenario must be the cause of me not labelling my self portraits in the way that pleases them. I do wonder at the mindset behind it though, on occasion. +1
Photographer
Evil Laugh Photography
Posts: 110
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Could often be they just don't understand how... everyone knows how to text today but you'd be surprised how few actually know how to web-code if they don't have easy buttons to press to put links in for them and such. A lot of members just list usernames and profile #s as simple text in their profiles but I like to provide actual links in mine you can click on.
Photographer
HHPhoto
Posts: 1111
Denver, Colorado, US
I had a great shoot with a model. I paid model for the shoot and specifically asked that if she used any of the images that I shared with her to please credit me. (Paid shoot so sharing images is at my discretion.) The first two images she posted a few days after the shoot were properly credited. I forwarded a few more a week and two weeks later, she posted, no more credits. Variations of this have happened several times with other models.
The model was one of the best I ever worked with during the shoot. If a model doesn't credit me after the shoot, I assume it is simple lack of consideration, laziness or in some cases "young self absorption". These are common characteristics of a meaningful percentage of the young and inexperienced (not just young inexperienced models).
I am old. Most models are young. They will not always be young and inexperienced. They will not all be models when they are old and wise. I would prefer to shoot with them when they are young and beautiful, rather than when they are old and wise. (No offense intended to the old and wise, who are wonderful for character shoots, but I don't post those images here.)
Summary,
If a model shows up with bells on for a shoot, I will forgive her when she acts as expected for her age. It is a pleasant surprise when a model is young, beautiful and talented ... and also mentally/emotionally mature beyond her years.
Photographer
ArtisticGlamour
Posts: 3846
Phoenix, Arizona, US
Abbitt Photography wrote:
Could be lots of things, including new llamas who just don't know what crediting is. Right...
Just spell it out in the agreement.
Photographer
Derrick_G_FlossyFlick
Posts: 142
Edgewood, Maryland, US
Orca Bay Images wrote:
It's been my experience that some llamas are very proactive and generous in promoting the photographer. Some others tend to overlook that networking aspect, but are eager to give credit when asked nicely. A few are utterly clueless and graceless and won't lift a finger in reciprocity no matter how nicely one asks.
That's life. And it's not just llamas. I've seen photographers who flat-out refuse to promote the llamas.
Not much you can do to get someone to credit you and promote you, except to not work with them again and work only with llamas who understand the value of promotion and credits. Good one!
Photographer
Photographe
Posts: 2351
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
MissLaurelle wrote:
Hey guys!
Is it just me, or a lot of models on MM won't do the modelmayhem credits with the # thingy.
And it's not because the photographer isn't on MM, no.. I've seen many photographers have the same shot as the model credited and all and the model have no info given on hers.
I personally find it frustrating cause I usually want to know who shot the picture. But I also find it kind of a lack of respect?
thoughts...?
Edit; They also don't credit on their MM page (which is obviously not necessary, but if they didn't credit the shot... you'd think they'd mention the photog somewhere?)
I'm huge of crediting. Models working outside of the normal levels or genre often ask me not to credit them. They did it for me, because they like working with me specifically, but wouldn't advertise that service. Perhaps the same is happening in reverse.
Photographer
ArtisticGlamour
Posts: 3846
Phoenix, Arizona, US
Fotografica Gregor wrote:
Crediting me and leaving my logo intact is a requirement stated in my image usage license. Failure to do so voids the license.... Word.
Photographer
Menai Media
Posts: 138
Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom
I always look for a pic credit because I think it's nice to be able to compliment all those concerned with producing the image.
Model
Emily N Collins
Posts: 1
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Hey Guys,
I need some help with this.
I have worked with a photographer a number of times, and recently our professional relationship has been destroyed, to the point where I have ceased all contact due to harassment.
I have a number of photos on my profile which are all watermarked and his name is always stated in the copyright box.
Am I still obligated to credit him as well?
I feel that this would only be a favour to him which I truly believe he does not deserve due his behaviour
however, if it means that I am going to be restricting my possible work due to lack of credits should I just do it?
Is it worth it?
please help
(ps. I'm a newbie with this stuff)
Model
K I C K H A M
Posts: 14689
Los Angeles, California, US
Emily N Collins wrote:
Hey Guys,
I need some help with this.
I have worked with a photographer a number of times, and recently our professional relationship has been destroyed, to the point where I have ceased all contact due to harassment.
I have a number of photos on my profile which are all watermarked and his name is always stated in the copyright box.
Am I still obligated to credit him as well?
I feel that this would only be a favour to him which I truly believe he does not deserve due his behaviour
however, if it means that I am going to be restricting my possible work due to lack of credits should I just do it?
Is it worth it?
please help
(ps. I'm a newbie with this stuff) Personally, I'd credit him or take down the photos. If his watermark is there, people can find him anyway and may take the presence of his photos as you "vouching" for him.
I don't post photos if I have a really bad experience with someone. I don't want to give them any traffic.
Photographer
Art Silva
Posts: 10064
Santa Barbara, California, US
DAN CRUIKSHANK wrote:
This is the primary reason I include a small watermark on all my pics that get posted online +1
I agree with a model's perspective of wanting to know who shot a certain photo so she can get in contact and maybe get a similar look for her port.
Photographer
Art Silva
Posts: 10064
Santa Barbara, California, US
Emily N Collins wrote:
Hey Guys,
I need some help with this.
I have worked with a photographer a number of times, and recently our professional relationship has been destroyed, to the point where I have ceased all contact due to harassment.
I have a number of photos on my profile which are all watermarked and his name is always stated in the copyright box.
Am I still obligated to credit him as well?
I feel that this would only be a favour to him which I truly believe he does not deserve due his behaviour
however, if it means that I am going to be restricting my possible work due to lack of credits should I just do it?
Is it worth it?
please help
(ps. I'm a newbie with this stuff) Yes you do, it's part of the professional deal.
If you had a personal issue and falling out, you still have to honor the deal of the photoshoot. Copyrights and usage licensing doesn't change because you don't talk to him anymore. Remember this is a networking website, not Facebook.
You have two choices. Keep the image up and change nothing -OR- take it down completely off your port.
Photographer
Revenge Photography
Posts: 1905
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
MissLaurelle wrote:
Hey guys!
Is it just me, or a lot of models on MM won't do the modelmayhem credits with the # thingy.
And it's not because the photographer isn't on MM, no.. I've seen many photographers have the same shot as the model credited and all and the model have no info given on hers.
I personally find it frustrating cause I usually want to know who shot the picture. But I also find it kind of a lack of respect?
thoughts...?
Edit; They also don't credit on their MM page (which is obviously not necessary, but if they didn't credit the shot... you'd think they'd mention the photog somewhere?)
I'm huge of crediting. I find it rude too.
To be fair its not just models that don't add credits here.
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