Fayetteville Comic Con Photo Pass

The premise of the photo pass relies on the age-old barter system. You, the photographer and by extension your publication, are providing a valuable service to the artist (press coverage), and in exchange, the publicist is allowing you valuable access to their client. That's it. That's the deal.

It goes without saying that you must be shooting for a legitimate publication or personal venture and are requesting credentials on the level. You will not go far unless everything is on the level, and if you lie to secure credentials, you will be blacklisted in short order.

Also, it's worth noting that while you can request access for anything you like, you are not entitled to access of any kind. It's within the right and in fact it is the job of the gatekeepers to ensure that only qualified photographers and publications are given access to their artists, and that the images produced produce the highest return on investment.

Now with that out of the way, let's get on with it. Simply stated, you are welcome to purchase a Photo Credential, which includes your weekend pass. We just ask that you follow the rules and provide the show access to all imagery for our use.

General rules for All Photography at FCC, Inc. Comic Cons

FCC, Inc. Comic Cons are vibrant events which offer a variety of photography opportunities. Taking photographs is encouraged - no special permission is needed to bring a camera to the event. The event, venue, and attendees all have expectations, so please note the following rules that apply to everyone at an FCC, Inc. Comic Cons:

·        Photography is permitted in all public areas of the show unless signs or staff indicate otherwise.

·        Guests are aware there will be photography and videography present at the event.

·        Outside of organized activities on stages, exhibitor stands, and signings permission must be sought from the subject(s) of a photograph before beginning to take photographs; the photographer must also oblige if the subject requests to see the photograph taken.

·        It is unacceptable to take or attempt to take photos deliberately geared towards compromising common decency or the dignity of the subject, for example contriving the cameras position to shoot up a skirt or kilt.

·        Any equipment used must be held by the photographer. Free standing equipment or additional equipment held by other people e.g. lights and flashes is not permitted, unless part of a booked trading or exhibiting space. This equally applies to people with a press pass; a press pass does not grant permission to set up a studio.

·        Use of power sockets requires the permission of the event. Venues further require permission to be sought from them if wanting to use power sockets within a venue but outside of the event.

·        Photographs taken at events may only be sold to press outlets unless taken as part of a booked trading or exhibition space. If you wish to sell photography services to the public or the subjects of the photographs without a booked trading or exhibition space, an additional $100 fee will be charged for commercial photography.

Cosplay Etiquette Tips

·        Want a picture with or of a cosplayer? That’s cool – just remember to ask them first!

o   Most cosplayers will be happy to have their picture taken unless they are busy but respect their right to say no for any reason and move on if refused.

o   If a cosplayer is resting or eating, respect their space and find them later instead

o   Avoid stopping for photos in busy walkways or in front of stalls- try to move into more open space

o   If a cosplayer is posing for another photographer be patient and ask permission when they have finished

o   Do not touch the cosplayer or costume without permission

o   Costumes can be more fragile than they appear

·        Please respect personal boundaries!

o   Cosplayers are real people and not the characters, don’t not expect the cosplayer to perform in character

o   Be aware that there may be others waiting to take snaps and that the cosplayer is also at the show to have fun, let them enjoy their time with their friends and leave if they wish

o   Respect that Cosplay is fun and anyone can be any character they choose regardless of body type, race, whether they have a disability or not

In consideration for permission to provide floor space to exhibitors, vendors, artists, performers, agencies and/or organizations as part of the Fayetteville Comic Con Fall 2022 Show sponsored by Fayetteville Comic Con, Inc. being held at the Crown Expo Center, 1960 Coliseum Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28306 including October 14th  (set-up) and show dates of October 15th & 16th, 2022, the applicant listed below agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, defend, release, and forever discharge Fayetteville Comic Con, Inc., The Cumberland County Civic Center Commission, Global Spectrum, and their agents, representatives, and employees, and any person or persons under its direction and control from, and waive any and all responsibility of same, for any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, loss or expense (including costs and attorneys’ fees), loss or damage of any kind whatsoever imposed by law upon the same for damages because of bodily injury, including death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, or on account of damages to property, including loss of use thereof, arising out of or in consequence of the performance of this agreement, provided such injury to persons or damage to property results from and is caused by the negligent or willful acts or omissions of Fayetteville Comic Con, Inc., The Cumberland County Civic Center Commission, Global Spectrum, its officers, agents, employees, or any person or persons under its direct supervision and control.