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Jan 03, 2024

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Have you noticed an uptick in stories about artists and other creatives being accused (many rightly so) of plagiarism?

From the resignation of Harvard's president to the cancellations of several YouTubers to the frustration from both sides of the "is ai art art" debates.

Frankly, we find the topics 1) Fascinating, 2) Frustrating, and 3) Futile.

1) Fascinating because we like to doodle and noodle about the nature of creativity as much as the next group of hes, shes, and theys.

2) Frustrating because there are few clear guidelines or conclusions to these oodles of doodles and noodles. Other than "do you" and realize either way you may just get ripped off (or sued).

Regardless of copyright law and its protections and provisions, unscrupulous creatives and lawyers will be working to circumvent and prevent work they claim as their own or paint them in a bad light from seeing the light of day.

3) Futile because…well, what truly is new under the sun?

"Good artists copy; great artists steal."
Pablo Picasso (allegedly)

Like most creatives, we don't have any of the answers. But we do have our own opinions and recommend you have yours. Here are some resources that helped us find what works best for us and our work.

Thanks for reading!
Clint


RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

  • Copyright Law 101 (CopyrightLaws.com)

  • Plagiarism (University Of Oxford)

  • Copyright, Fair Use, & Public Domain (Cornell University)


IN THE NEWS

‘Steamboat Willie’ Horror Film Announced
As Mickey Mouse Enters Public Domain

(Variety)

Speaking of Public Domain, on January 1st, we celebrated both World Book and Copyright Day and Public Domain Day.

Among the Public Domain Class of 2024 is Mickey Mouse.
At least his earliest Steamboat Willie-era version.

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