One way to shine a spotlight on Indigenous issues, is though films, books and theatrical works. If you’re an author or film maker or other creative, looking to engage a First Nations person to help you authentically and accurately describe Indigenous customs, persons or events, Arts Law has a new template agreement that you can … Continued
It’s that time of the year when employers and employees are completing their tax returns. Remember: there have been a few changes to superannuation rules. In February 2022, we updated you on changes to superannuation that were coming on 1 July 2022. Now that we’re here, here’s a quick refresher on the law and how it’s … Continued
Has someone approached you about using your artwork? Do they want to put it on a billboard or their website? How about on their mugs and T-shirts? Arts Law has a new simplified Copyright Licence template that you can use in these situations here. If you own the copyright in an artwork, you have the … Continued
What is IP? Intellectual Property or “IP” is an umbrella term referring to creations of the mind such as inventions and artistic works. This could be an idea for a new piece of technology or research, or it could be a literary work. IP is really property of the mind and includes anything original you … Continued
This month, Arts Law has reviewed the terms and conditions of the AFL SportsReady First Nations Design Competition (the Competition) in Australia. Read the terms and conditions (T&Cs) of this competition here. The deadline for this competition is 1 August 2022. What is the rating? Arts Law has awarded the competition 3 stars out of 5. … Continued
Are you a musician that’s been asked to write some music or would you like to commission someone to write a piece of music for you? It could be music to accompany a live performance, or a memorable jingle for a business or brand, or for the local dance school. If that sounds like you, … Continued
Copyright can be complicated, do you know your rights? What about arts contracts and making sure you get the best deal? Arts Law is presenting a series of webinars and Law Chat clinics to empower you to Know Your Rights. We’ll talk about copyright, protecting your work online, how to read that contract and Indigenous … Continued
Arts Law has been deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Frank Moorhouse. Respected author, essayist and champion of artists rights, Frank Moorhouse, served as one of the original Arts Law Council of Patrons when the council was established in 2003. The Council raised the profile of Arts Law within the broader community and … Continued
Following the federal election in May and subsequent change of government, Australia now has a new Federal Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke.
In June Arts Law went on an outreach trip to Arnhem Land and as part of our Artists in the Black program and as part of our partnership with Indigenous Fashion Projects which is part of the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation. We are working with IFP developing best practice resources for artists and designers wishing … Continued