Filling out model release for public figures dead for more than 100 years

Question

If I create generative ai images of public figures that have been dead for 100+ years (like Shakespeare or Beethoven), how do I go about filling out the model release form?

When uploading AI images, there is an option to choose "People and Property are fictional." But, these public figures are not fictional, so what do I do after that?

Do I have to fill out a model release form? If so, what do I fill in on the various slots?

If I don't have to fill out a release form, do I check the "People and Property are fictional" box since the people have long fallen into the public domain?

Thanks!

Nancy OShea · Accepted Answer

If I create generative ai images of public figures that have been dead for 100+ years (like Shakespeare or Beethoven), how do I go about filling out the model release form?
By @tabithab27610608

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You don't. That would violate AI TERMS.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/generative-ai-content.html

Your Generative AI content prompts, titles or keywords:

May not contain names of artists, real known people, fictional characters, or reference to creative works that are still in copyright. Please see HERE for additional information.
May not contain names of people.
May not imply the content is a depiction of an actual newsworthy event.
May not contain names of government agencies.
May not contain references to third party intellectual property.

If a contributor violates this policy, Adobe will review and take appropriate action, which may include removing the content or terminating the contributor's account.

Find something else to depict besides real people and/or fictional characters.

Nancy OShea · Answer

I should also remind you that Adobe doesn't accept content that's in the Public Domain.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/submission-guidelines.html

Public domain content

We do not currently accept public domain content, which is content where the copyright has expired or where the content has been dedicated to the public domain.

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