Guidance for our standard release
At Cesare House, our mission is to capture life unscripted; raw, real, and remarkable. Often, this means working with people who have never modelled before. They may be participating for the first time as a one-off experience or just beginning their modelling journey.
We prioritise creating a safe, professional environment for every shoot, ensuring everyone understands their roles and expectations.
A key part of a photography shoot is having the right legal framework in place to protect both the photographer and the model. That's why we use a straightforward release form, written in plain English. On this page, we explain the main clauses in our release form and the reasons behind them.
Please note that the explanation text on this page may not precisely mirror the release form you've been asked to sign and should only be taken as guidance. If you require further information, we recommend seeking professional legal advice.
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For the Consideration detailed below, I hereby give Cesare House (“CH”) (the Photographer/Filmmaker and Assigns) permission to license and use the Content in any Media for any purpose (except defamatory), including advertising, promotion, marketing, and packaging. The Content may be combined with other images, text, graphics, film, audio, and audio-visual works and may be cropped, altered, or modified. I consent to the publication of my gender as indicated below.
Plain English: By signing this, you allow CH to use your photos or videos in any form of media for any reason, except to defame you. Your content may be edited and mixed with other media. You agree that CH can publish your gender as specified.
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I have no rights to the Content; all rights belong to CH. I will not claim additional Consideration or make further claims against CH. This release is binding upon my heirs and assigns and is irrevocable, worldwide, and perpetual. It is governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Plain English: You won't have any ownership or rights to the content; it all belongs to CH. You cannot ask for more payment or make further claims. This agreement applies globally, forever, and is legally binding on your heirs.
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My personal information will not be made publicly available but may be used in relation to the licensing of the Content where necessary (e.g., to defend claims, protect rights, or notify trade unions). It may be retained as long as necessary and shared with sub-licensees/assignees of CH, including transfers to countries with differing data protection laws. I confirm I am at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to execute this release.
Plain English: Your personal details will be kept private but might be used if needed for legal or rights-related reasons. Your information may be shared with CH's partners, including in countries with different privacy laws. You confirm you are 18 or older and legally able to sign this.
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CH grants the Model a license to use the Images received for promoting the Model’s business, including advertising, portfolios, composite cards, exhibitions, contests, and promotional websites.
Plain English: You can use the photos you receive for your own promotion, such as in ads, portfolios, contests, and websites.
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The sale or transfer of publication rights of Distributed Images requires written consent from CH, which will not be unreasonably withheld.
Plain English: If you want to sell or transfer the rights to your photos, you need written permission from CH, which they will give as long as the request is reasonable.