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From a thread last year, I thought the conclusion was that 'model release' were pretty much pointless?

I've been thinking about all these replies and it does appear that it's just going to be a problem to plague the industry. It's a shame because there are photographers/models who can't get the work far less not turn up. I forget who mentioned they have a site that has positive comments on ...

I thought this couldn't be done for legal reasons? Have I missed something?

What part are you referring to?

Nobody knows who he is so if he's brazen enough, he could actually do it again. I doubt every model will message you to find out his details.

How many times has it happened to you?

Cenobitez - Wouldn't a list of photographers and producers who are reliable not be a better solution? If people are risk adverse, they could just only accept work from them.

This sounds like another great idea but evidently it's ripe for abuse.

How long did they last before they were finally pulled?

Sounds like a great idea stockie but then you'd need a visa merchant account or you need them to pay when you send them a bill for a no-show.

With a Visa card number they could call their credit card company and ask for a charge back or they'll just ignore your bill.

I do like the idea though.

Sorry to hear you've been screwed over. This sort of thing pisses me off. It's totally unfair wasting someone elses time like this and the worst thing is there's nothing you can do about it. I was wondering if you could have taken a deposit off him but then that doesn't work if it's the person who ...