Is there a website or program out there where I can get generic realease forms or at least a template for them? You know, release forms for rights to publish or like when you photograph a person or property to use in a painting. Those type of forms.

Thank You!

Mike

Mike,

I purchased a book a few years ago called Legal Guide for the Visual Artist by Tad Crawford.  Mine is the fourth edition (2001) and I don't know if it has been updated since then.  It is geared towards fine artists, illustrators, computer artists, graphic designers and photographers.

Anyway, I pulled it out to see if this might be of help, and I think it may.  When I went to the index to look up forms, I counted 48.  Besides an Artist-Agent Agreement, there is an Assignment Form - Photographer's Model, Copyright Assignment Form, Bill of Sale, Invoice, Permission and Print Contract with Gallery to name a few.  Besides the forms, this is a great book.  I have referred to it several times.  Tad Crawford is an attorney, author and prominent advocate for artists' rights.  I was also surprised to find that it is not too difficult to understand.  It's great for artists either starting out or mature in their career.

I hope this helps,

Kim