Personal Bio

Welcome to Art Release Form, a haven I've crafted for artists, photographers, and creators alike. I'm Alex Hartley, the mind behind the curtain of this valuable resource. With over a decade of experience as a freelance photographer and digital artist, I've navigated the choppy waters of copyright laws, model releases, and various other legal hurdles that come with publishing art online and offline. My journey through the creative and legal landscape has distilled into this platform, designed to simplify the complex process of managing artwork permissions.

After encountering numerous hurdles in finding reliable, easy-to-understand legal documents, I recognized a gaping need in our community. This realization was the catalyst for Art Release Form. Armed with a passion for art and a penchant for helping others, I embarked on the mission to create a user-friendly space where artists could find peace of mind and focus on what they do best: creating.

My academic background, holding a degree in Digital Media Arts from the University of San Francisco, combined with my real-world experience, has equipped me with a unique perspective on the intersections between art, law, and technology. This blend of expertise shines through in every document, guide, and tip offered through Art Release Form.

When I'm not updating the site with the latest forms or crafting new content, you can find me exploring the great outdoors, camera in hand, capturing the world's unscripted beauty, or at my desk, creating digital landscapes that defy reality. These moments of creativity and exploration are what drive me to ensure you have more of them, unencumbered by the daunting aspects of legalities.

Art Release Form is more than just a repository of documents; it is a testament to the power of community, sharing, and mutual support. I invite you to explore, use, and share the resources found here, and I am always here to listen to your stories, challenges, and victories. Together, let's ensure the legal side of creativity is a foundation to build on, not a hurdle to overcome.

Happy creating,

Alex Hartley