Book covers in artistic photos
Posted: Sun Feb 02, 2025 11:48 pm
Hello!
I'm currently brainstorming on a concept for one of my next photoshoots, and I'd love to use my library's books as props.
I will be photographing a group of 4 girls who will be "reading" the books in all the photos. That's part of the concept.
In photo 1, the models will be wearing white outfits and "reading" books that have a white cover.
In photo 2, the models will be wearing yellow outfits and "reading" books that have a yellow cover.
In photo 3, the models will be wearing orange outfits and "reading" books that have an orange cover.
Etc etc.
All outfits will be identical, but each book will be different ie. no twice the same book. In other words, I would be using a LOT of books!
None of the books feature photos, simply a plain cover with its title.
For example, the white books that would be featured as props in the "white photo" include : "Good Vibes, Good Life" by Vex King, "Let's Talk About Loneliness" by Simone Heng, What Are You Doing With Your Life" by Jiddu Krishnamurti" and "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.
Side note : this photoshoot is purely for my own portfolio and to satisfy a vision I've had for a while – I'm not being commissioned by anyone!
First question ; am I allowed to use those books as props within my photography work without permission from the author and/or publisher?
Second ; if so, would I also be allowed to sell prints and postcards of my works to my audience once completed, without infringing on anyone's copyright?
Third ; if a magazine decides to share my works online and/or in print, would I then need to get permission from the author and/or publisher?
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
I hope this all makes sense.
Ophelie
I'm currently brainstorming on a concept for one of my next photoshoots, and I'd love to use my library's books as props.
I will be photographing a group of 4 girls who will be "reading" the books in all the photos. That's part of the concept.
In photo 1, the models will be wearing white outfits and "reading" books that have a white cover.
In photo 2, the models will be wearing yellow outfits and "reading" books that have a yellow cover.
In photo 3, the models will be wearing orange outfits and "reading" books that have an orange cover.
Etc etc.
All outfits will be identical, but each book will be different ie. no twice the same book. In other words, I would be using a LOT of books!
None of the books feature photos, simply a plain cover with its title.
For example, the white books that would be featured as props in the "white photo" include : "Good Vibes, Good Life" by Vex King, "Let's Talk About Loneliness" by Simone Heng, What Are You Doing With Your Life" by Jiddu Krishnamurti" and "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.
Side note : this photoshoot is purely for my own portfolio and to satisfy a vision I've had for a while – I'm not being commissioned by anyone!
First question ; am I allowed to use those books as props within my photography work without permission from the author and/or publisher?
Second ; if so, would I also be allowed to sell prints and postcards of my works to my audience once completed, without infringing on anyone's copyright?
Third ; if a magazine decides to share my works online and/or in print, would I then need to get permission from the author and/or publisher?
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
I hope this all makes sense.
Ophelie