Copyright Notice.
Copyright Ownership
All content on thefirstheadshot.com — including text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, video, audio, and software — is the property of Marquel Yvette Photography LLC (operating the brand The First Headshot) or its content suppliers, and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.
Copyright Protection
The compilation of all content on this website is the exclusive property of Marquel Yvette Photography LLC and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. All rights reserved.
© 2026 Marquel Yvette Photography LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photography Copyright
All photographs displayed on this website are original works created by Marquel Yvette Photography LLC and are protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of these images is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
Permitted Use
You may:
- View and browse the website for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Print or download extracts from pages for personal reference
- Share links to pages on social media
You must not:
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any part of our website
- Use any images or content for commercial purposes without written permission
- Modify, distribute, or create derivative works from our content
- Remove or alter copyright notices from any content
Client Image Rights
Clients who have purchased photography services receive a limited license to use their delivered images as specified in the Terms of Service. This license typically includes:
- Personal use rights (LinkedIn, social media, websites, marketing materials)
- Business use rights (firm directories, application portals, ERAS uploads, as specified)
- No commercial resale rights
- No rights to materially modify images for commercial purposes
Clients do not receive copyright ownership unless explicitly stated in a separate written agreement.
Portfolio and Marketing Use
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, we reserve the right to:
- Use client images for portfolio purposes
- Display images on our website and social media
- Include images in marketing and promotional materials
- Submit images to photography publications and competitions
Clients who wish to opt out of this use must notify us in writing before or at the time of the session.
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on our website in a way that constitutes infringement, please contact us with:
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- Location of the infringing material
- Your contact information
- A statement of good-faith belief that the use is unauthorized
- A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
- Your physical or electronic signature
Trademark Information
"The First Headshot" and "Marquel Yvette Photography" and their associated logos are trademarks of Marquel Yvette Photography LLC. All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced on this website are the property of their respective owners.
Enforcement
We actively protect our copyrights and will pursue legal action against unauthorized use of our content. Violations may result in:
- Cease-and-desist notices
- Legal action and financial penalties
- Compensation for damages
- Removal of infringing content
Permission Requests
To request permission to use any copyrighted material from this website, please contact us. Please include:
- Description of intended use
- Specific content/images requested
- Duration and geographic scope of use
- Medium of distribution
Attribution Requirements
When permitted use requires attribution, proper credit must be given as:
"Photography by Marquel Yvette Photography | thefirstheadshot.com"
Contact
Email: info@marquelyvette.com
Phone: (703) 957-0643
Studio: South Riding, VA · Serving DC Metro