Week 8: Photojournalism and the Law

This lesson highlights the perspective of a photographer who actually confronts the legal issues in his routine work. It explains the fundamental legal principles that affect the rights to make images, and is intended to increase comprehension of how the law affects photography. In addition, it provides guidance on how to handle confrontations, obtain remedies if wronged, and develop an ethic that reflects individual approach to photography. It also explains the importance of copyright protection and the legal issues associated with publishing and licensing images.

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