The Public Domain and Mickey Mouse
Copyright protects works such as art, music, films and books. The “public domain” refers to works that are not protected by copyright.
What should you do if you get a copyright letter of demand?
Arts Law has seen a recent increase in artists receiving letters from companies that say they are acting on behalf of rightsholders for use of their works online.
PRIZE REVIEW: Australian Life Photography Competition 2024 (City of Sydney)
This month, Arts law has reviewed the terms and conditions for entry of the Australian Life Photography Competition 2024.
We’re Launching 40 Weeks of Exciting Arts Law Content!
The cat’s out of the bag – Arts Law is celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2024! So follow our social media to keep updated on celebrations.
Australian visual artists to receive international resale royalties
In great news this month, Australian artists will now receive resale royalties from the sale of their eligible artworks in 17 countries!
Arts Law Travels to Support North West WA
In mid-March, Arts Law visited the beautiful Pilbara and Mid West regions of Western Australia as part of our AITB outreach services.
Have Your Say on New Laws to Address Fake Art
Arts Law encourages everyone, and in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and organisations, to have their say – tell the Government about the changes that you would like to see.
We’re Launching Arts Law’s Corporate Allies Program
We invite you to partner with us to make a better world. Until 31 May 2024 you have the opportunity to double your impact as a Corporate Ally
Tasmania Proposes to Introduce Registration for Intangible Cultural Heritage
Since 2019, the Tasmanian Government has been looking at reforms to the cultural heritage laws in Tasmania. It announced its intention of releasing draft new laws in 2024 and says that those new laws will recognise and allow registration of ‘intangible cultural heritage’.
Arts Law turns 40!
Between Feb 5th and Nov 11th we will be sharing facts and stories about our organisation to increase awareness of our legal services.