Photography and Filming

Photography and Filming Policy

The Wayland Free Public Library reserves the right to use photographs or video taken at the Library for publicity purposes both online and in print. Patrons may also take photographs or videos while attending Library programs that are posted online. Before any photos or videos are taken by Library staff or outside photographers or videographers hired by the Library, parents or guardians will be asked to sign a Photo Release form allowing the Library to use those images for publicity purposes. If a parent or guardian does not wish images of their child or children to be taken and posted online or in print, every effort will be made to avoid photographing those who do not wish to be photographed. Photograph(s), video(s) and/or sound recording(s) obtained by the Library will not include any identifying information of the person or persons included without the express written consent of the individual(s) involved. 

Some Library events are recorded and aired live or at a later date on WayCam TV or on other social media platforms. When a program is going to be videotaped, Library staff will announce this at the beginning of the program. Library staff will make every effort to assist patrons not wishing to come within the camera’s view to find seating outside of the camera’s range. While the Library maintains control of the WayCam TV feed, it is unable to edit videos once they have been recorded.

The Library also reserves the right to request that any photograph or video taken in the Library that includes children without the express written consent of the parent or guardian be removed from any online sites accessible to the public.  

Anyone wishing to photograph or take video of the public spaces within the Library or on the grounds of the Library should adhere to the following guidelines: 

• Avoid using a flash or any equipment that obstructs walkways or passageways or disrupts the rights of others to use and access the Library.
• Images, video or audio recordings of minors without the express written consent of parents or guardians is prohibited. 
• Commercial photography: The Library may not be used as a setting for commercial advertisements or other commercial purposes without the express written consent of the Library Director. 
• News media photography or video: The Library welcomes members of the news media for stories or projects that directly relate to the Library and its programs and services. Please contact the Library Director in advance in order to discuss news assignments relating to the Library.  
• Nonprofit, academic or research projects involving photography or video: In order to avoid possible disruptions, please contact the Library Director in advance.   
• Right to terminate: The Library reserves the right to terminate or restrict any photography or videography that disrupts normal Library operations, violates federal, state or local laws, or threatens the health and safety of Library patrons or staff. 
• Please consult with the Library Director for permission to publish any photographs or video that may be used for commercial purposes. 

Approved by the Board of Library Trustees 4/24/2019; revised policy approved 8/31/24.