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NanaPamC
NanaPamC
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December 19, 2017
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Can I submit photos of deceased persons?

  • December 19, 2017
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I have some vintage photos of my parents and other family members that I want to submit. They aren't famous by any means, so that wouldn't be a factor. Since I obviously won't have model releases, is this possible, and how is it handled?

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Correct answer MatHayward

To submit an image of a deceased person without a model release, you must be able to verify they have been dead for 75 years or longer. Otherwise, a release would be required.

Kind regards,

Mat Hayward

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MatHayward
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MatHaywardCommunity ManagerCorrect answer
Community Manager
December 19, 2017

To submit an image of a deceased person without a model release, you must be able to verify they have been dead for 75 years or longer. Otherwise, a release would be required.

Kind regards,

Mat Hayward

NanaPamC
NanaPamCAuthor
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December 20, 2017

My first reaction was, "You're kidding, right?" Then I saw it was you, Mat.... 75 years!? So this lovely photo taken in 1939 of my parents who died in 2002/2005 will not be able to be published until long after I've gone to glory. Too bad I didn't think to have them sign model releases before they died. [sigh]

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