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You guys are great- thanks for all of your advice. I'm glad I asked.
That's a good point you made, Chris, about who retains the copyright - I'll be sure to clarify that issue with him. However, the pieces that will be made are intended to be one of a kind originals and the original buyers would be pretty upset if copies were made available at all.
What I am wondering now is - what's wrong with work for hire? I really don't care if I receive recognition, only that I receive WORK. Our financial situation is critical right now and we are in danger of losing our home, so I need to take what I can get.
I don't think he intends for me to remain anonymous indefinitely. He stated this would only be in the beginning when he is trying to generate interest in the idea since his credentials are much more impressive than mine and he thinks marketing it that way initially will generate more interest. Even though I will be creating the full body portrait sculpture, the particular marketing twist he has in mind is his idea and something I wouldn't normally be making on my own and he has a specific high scale target audience he intends to pitch to. In fact, he's already sold the idea to several clients who are waiting to buy. He just needs a competent sculptor to produce some quality pieces for him.
He also will be the one to meet with the clients, secure the sale, and take the necessary reference photos. Unlike painting, I am not concerned with lighting and color in these shots - I just need to see the form at as many angles as possible. Most of my sales now are through the internet and I rarely meet a client in person.
Fortunately, my stepdaughter is an attorney and I'm sure she wouldn't mind scrutinizing any contract I am considering signing.
Thanks again-
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