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Beyond the Image PodcastAuthor: James Patrick: Photographer, Marketer, Storyteller
Develop beyond the image in your creative career! Hosted by photographer, best selling author and marketing strategist James Patrick, this weekly podcast is made for photographers and creative entrepreneurs who are looking to do more with the work they love. This show will give you the tools, resources, insights and information you need to amplify your creative profession! Beyond the Image is part of the IconRefined.com network. Connect with host James Patrick at JamesPatrick.com or on Instagram @JPatrickPhoto Language: en Genres: Arts, Business, Entrepreneurship, Visual Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Copyright vs. Usage Rights: What Photographers Keep Getting Wrong
Episode 673
Sunday, 15 February, 2026
Most photographers get copyright wrong—and it's costing them more than they realize. In this episode of Beyond the Image, I break down the critical difference between copyright and usage rights, explain why payment or delivering RAW files does not transfer ownership, and show how photographers can protect their work while confidently licensing images to clients. We'll cover why the photographer automatically owns copyright in almost every independent contractor situation, how clients are only buying permission to use your work, and what a proper work-for-hire or copyright assignment agreement actually looks like. I also unpack common misconceptions around RAW files, digital negatives, and the old-school negatives from film photography. If you're a professional photographer, understanding these distinctions is essential for building a sustainable business, negotiating contracts, and ensuring you're properly compensated for your intellectual property. By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly what you own, what you license, and how to avoid giving away rights you don't need to. Whether you shoot commercial campaigns, editorial spreads, or personal projects, this episode will help you protect your images, your brand, and your business. https://jamespatrick.com/
