Amyl and the Sniffers embroiled in US legal battle after photographer countersues singer
The Guardian World
by Luca IttimaniFebruary 24, 2026
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Amyl and the Sniffers, the Australian rock band led by singer Amy Taylor, are caught in a legal storm over photograph rights. The dispute began when Taylor sued photographer Jamie Nelson for selling fine art prints based on photos of herself, but the case has now taken a surprising turn with Nelson countersuing Taylor in Los Angeles court. This legal battle highlights the complexities of copyright law and artistic collaboration, raising questions about ownership and creative control.
The controversy stems from a photoshoot session where Nelson captured images of Taylor, which she later used for her band’s promotional materials. Taylor argued that Nelson’s sale of these prints without permission violated her copyright rights as the subject of the photographs. However, Nelson has since filed a countersuit, claiming that Taylor is using the band’s image and likeness in ways that infringe on his work. The case has now shifted focus to whether Taylor’s actions constitute
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Originally published on The Guardian World on 2/24/2026