Rock star sued for posting photos

 Photographers have rights. 

U.S. copyright law plainly states that the person who “authored” a work (or took the picture) is the copyright owner.

And this news is about that. 

If you plan to share or post a photograph taken by someone else, it is essential to obtain permission from the original photographer before doing so. This ensures you respect their rights as the creator of the image. Photography, like any other form of creative work, is protected by copyright laws, meaning the photographer holds exclusive rights to their images unless they have explicitly given permission for others to use them.

Requesting permission can be as simple as reaching out to the photographer through a direct message, email, or a comment on their post. Some photographers may have specific usage guidelines, such as requiring credit, limiting how the image can be used, or even requesting a fee for commercial use. If you are granted permission, always follow any conditions they set and give proper credit by including their name or social media handle when posting the image.

Failure to ask for permission can lead to copyright infringement issues, and in some cases, legal consequences. Beyond legality, respecting a photographer's work helps foster a community where creativity is valued and ethical sharing is encouraged.