COMMERCIAL IMAGE LICENSING AGREEMENT
This Agreement is between:
William Sternberger (Photographer/Copyright Holder)
AND
(Image Buyer)
1. Grant of Rights
Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, perpetual, worldwide license to use the Images for:
1. Advertising (digital/print campaigns, social media ads, product endorsements)
2. Websites (corporate sites, landing pages, e-commerce platforms)
3. Associated marketing collateral (brochures, email campaigns, presentations)
2. Key Provisions
Exclusivity
Non-exclusive
Modification Rights
Allows basic edits (cropping, color adjustment) but prohibits:
Derivative works claiming new authorship
AI training/model development
Attribution
Required in all public-facing uses
Format: "Photo ©[Year] William Sternberger"
Transferability
Non-transferable without written consent
3. TERRITORY
Geographic scope: Worldwide
4. COMPENSATION
Total Fee: $250 for three images
Method: Website checkout
5. USAGE RESTRICTIONS
Prohibited uses include:
Sub-licensing without permission
Alterations beyond basic resizing
Use in defamatory/illegal contexts
Resale as stock imagery/templates
NFT minting/blockchain applications
6. COPYRIGHT OWNERSHIP
Licensor retains full copyright. Licensee acknowledges no ownership rights transfer
7. DELIVERABLES
File format: JPEG or RAW
Delivery method: Digital
8. TERMINATION
Licensee must cease all image use upon termination License survives termination except for:
Breach of prohibited uses
Failure to pay fees
9. INDEMNIFICATION
Licensor warrants ownership and model releases. Licensee indemnifies against misuse
10. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by laws of Virginia