Issue 2 June 2010
Gunnery Seminar Congratulations and Thank You Comings & Goings Change of subscription Arts Law's People
GUNNERY SEMINAR 2010
YouTwitFace: the legal business of being creative online
The internet is abuzz with creativity, much of it centering around a number of major sites: YouTube for film and video, Flickr or Photobucket for photographs, MySpace for musicians, Facebook for, well, almost everything. What's more, it is also incredibly easy (and cheap) for artists to establish their own personal websites to showcase their creations. Such platforms are fantastic for artists wanting to share and promote their work - but what are the legal implications of doing so?
In July Arts Law will be holding our second 2010 Gunnery Seminar YouTwitFace: the legal business of being creative online. This seminar will look at some of the major legal issues artists face when sharing and creating art in the digital world, including copyright, licensing, defamation, privacy, and why you should always read (or have) a website's terms and conditions. Speakers include:
Ian McDonald, intellectual property law specialist and consultant, and former senior legal officer of the Australia Copyright Council.
Jo Teng, Arts Law solicitor and masters of law graduate from the University of New South Wales specialising in intellectual property law particularly in the digital realm.
Yiying Lu, graphic designer of the "Fail Whale" illustration that has become iconic with social networking service Twitter.
Date: 27 July 2010
Time: 5:30pm registration, 6-7:30pm seminar
Location: The Gunnery Seminar Room,
43-51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
Reservations required: $15 / $10 concession
FREE for subscribers/members of Arts Law
To subscribe, please go to www.artslaw.com.au.
Download the registration form
Form should be either faxed to (02) 9358 6475 or emailed to artslaw@artslaw.com.au.
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CONGRATULATIONS
The Hon. Justice George Palmer AM
Arts Law would like to give a very warm congratulations to the Hon. Justice George Palmer for his recent and well-deserved Queen's Birthday honour. Justice Palmer is the president of the Arts Law Centre of Australia's Board, a strong supporter of the Australian music industry, and also a published orchestral composer.
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THANK YOU
Meher Gaven
Meher came to Arts Law on pro bono secondment from the Australian Government Solicitor where she works as a senior lawyer on the Trade Practices team. Arts Law thanks Meher very much for her work and support, and wishes her and her family all the very best.
THANK YOU
Arts Law would like to thank Robert Oatley Vineyards for supporting our Pro Bono Awards Night in March and adding to the atmosphere of the event.
COMINGS & GOINGS
Welcome to...
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Nic Giannantonio
Nic Giannantonio is a lawyer on secondment from the Australian Government Solicitor. He has had several years experience in commercial litigation and property law and has negotiated settlement of many disputes in this time. He has also previously worked for legal aid, providing advice and assistance to clients in a similar setting to Arts Law. Working at Arts Law is proving to be a rewarding experience with the opportunity for him to share knowledge with musicians and artists concerning their activities, and the various legal issues they encounter.
Farewell to...
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Lynne Guaglione
Lynne joined Arts Law in December 2008 after moving to Australia from the United States. During her time here she brought not only her experience and knowledge in arts and business management, but also her enthusiasm and bright personality to everything whether it be managing computer issues, organising travel and reports, baking cakes, and everything else that keeps Arts Law running smoothly. Arts Law wishes her and her wonderful family all the very best and will miss her greatly!
Changes to Arts Law’s Subscription Fees
As of 1 July 2010 there will be some changes to Arts Law’s subscription fees. Subscription fees for individuals will remain the same. Organisations will need to subscribe under one of the two following categories; Arts Organisation or Legal/Other Professional Organisation. Benefits of subscription include access to telephone legal advice and document review service where appropriate, discounts on Arts Law publications and free entry to selected Arts Law events. The new fees are listed below.
| Individuals | |
| Artist/Student | $120 |
| Legal/Other Professional | $220 |
| Organisations | |
| Arts Organisations | $250 |
| Legal/Other Professional Organisations | $500 |
If you have any questions regarding subscription please call Arts Law on 1800 221 457.
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Robyn Ayres Delwyn Everard Rebecca Laubi Suzanne Derry Jo Teng Brad Webb Lynne Guaglione Fiona Skelton Ellen Williams Gemma Williams Rose Ayres Mary Egan |
Executive Director Senior Solicitor (part time) Senior Solicitor (part time) Solicitor Solicitor Indigenous Liaison Officer Administration Manager Administration Officer Administration Officer Administration Assistant (part time) Administration Assistant (part time) Financial Manager |
BOARD
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The Hon. Justice George Palmer AO The Hon. Peter Heerey QC Steven Miller Megan Brownlow Peter Griffin Professor Jill McKeough Andrew Wiseman |
President Vice President Hon. Treasurer |
ARTISTS IN THE BLACK
REFERENCE GROUP
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John Harding Kevin Dolman Kev Carmody Carol Innes Lily Shearer |
Chair |
PATRONS
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Robyn Archer AO Jan Chapman AO Deborah Cheetham Ian David David Gulpilil AM Roger Knox Frank Moorhouse AM The Hon. Justice David Angel The Hon. Justice Terence Buddin Julian Burnside QC The Hon. Jerrold Cripps QC The Hon. Elizabeth Evatt AC The Hon. Justice Malcolm Gray RFD |
The Hon. Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG The Hon. David Levine AO RFD QC The Hon. Justice John Mansfield AM The Hon. Justice Jane Mathews AO Shane Simpson The Hon. Antony Whitlam QC Professor Sally Morgan Margaret Olley AC David Page Rachel Perkins Peter Sculthrope AO William Yang |