Basics of Copyright Law for Visual Artists

Basics of Copyright Law for Visual Artists

WS 102, Thursday, March 8

9 a.m. - 12 p.m., $60

Peter Kraybill

Artists should have a basic understanding of copyright laws, defenses to infringement allegations, and how to apply those laws when creating art. This class will cover those basics, and walk through a hypothetical of what typically happens when a visual artist has received a cease-and-desist letter containing allegations of copyright infringement. Gain guidance to protect against such accusations when creating art, or mitigate harm after an allegedly infringing artwork is already created. Learn when to contact an attorney, and what information an attorney will consider significant in determining an artist's defense -- or ability to avoid a lawsuit entirely.