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I have discussed the legality of photographing in public, what situations necessitate a model release, and other related subjects with many of my coworkers. Unfortunately, it seems things may change depending on the outcome of this case. Photographer Philip-Lorca diCorcia is being sued by a man he photographed as part of his “Heads” series. He took the photo on the street without the man’s permission. He then proceeded to sell several prints for 20k a piece, and publish the image in a book that sold many copies as well. Currently this is all perfectly legal (despite what many people will tell you).
