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Sep 202014
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Law School 101 for Photographers

Navigating copyright, contracts, model and property releases can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t know where to begin. We know you’ve got questions, so Bill Cramer, Founder and CEO of Wonderful Machine will sit down with Kristine Hsu of Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts to tackle topics head on and help you make the best decisions for your photography business.

Presenters: Bill Cramer Kristine Hsu

Location: Brooklyn Bridge Park – Pier 5 Uplands

Presented by:

  • PhotoShelter

Navigating copyright, contracts, model and property releases can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t know where to begin. We know you’ve got questions, so Bill Cramer, Founder and CEO of Wonderful Machine will sit down with Kristine Hsu of Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts to tackle topics head on and help you make the best decisions for your photography business. Learn tips to keep your work safe from infringement, find out what questions to ask before signing a contract, plus learn why model and property releases are always a must-have. Bring your questions!

Presenter Bios

  • Bill Cramer

    Bill Cramer

    Bill Cramer is founder and CEO of Wonderful Machine, a curated directory of professional photographers, serving commercial and editorial clients worldwide. He is also a photographer in his own right, specializing in environmental portraiture for a wide range of corporate, editorial and advertising clients including Forbes, BBDO, Comcast and Accenture.

  • Kristine Hsu

    Kristine Hsu

    Kristine Hsu is a Volunteer Lawyer for the Arts Staff Attorney, actively involved with VLA’s legal services and education programs. She also regularly counsels VLA artist and arts organization members. Ms. Hsu joined VLA as a legal fellow in August 2012 and served as the pro bono coordinator prior to becoming a full-time staff member. Ms. Hsu holds a Bachelor of Arts from New York University and a law degree from the George Washington University Law School, where she was the Managing Editor of the Federal Circuit Bar Journal, and worked in the GWU Small Business & Community Economic Development Clinic.

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