What happens to an artist’s copyright when commissioned?
Michelle Holik, a textile designer based in Geelong, recently approached Arts Law for advice about...
Visual Arts Case Studies
Commissioned photographs and copyright ownership
Arts Law advised a professional photographer. The photographer had been commissioned to take commercial photos...
A visual artist discovers another artist is copying parts of her artwork – how should you react?
Arts Law was approached by an artist who instructed us that she had discovered parts...
Pormpuraaw Arts and Culture Centre: Damaged Goods: why you should insure your artworks
Pormpuraaw Arts and Culture Centre is an Indigenous arts centre in far-north Queensland. They needed to...
An Alternative Way to Resolve Disputes: Settling a dispute between an artist and Government
Jason Passfield contacted Arts Law when he believed a design he had created had been...
Ken Martin: Protecting copyright in your Will
Ken Martin, a sculptor based in South Australia, came to Arts Law looking for advice...
Confident contracting: Arts Law provides clear advice on commission contracts
We advised an Indigenous artist who was commissioned to paint a large mural on the...
Deborah Mills: Sharing a gallery space with other artists
Deborah Mills contacted Arts Law to determine what kind of agreement would be suitable to...
Auburn City Council: Best Practice and Licensing Images for Merchandise
Auburn City Council is a vibrant council in the heart of Western Sydney and is host...
Susan Schmidt: What can you do if your artwork is used without your permission?
Susan Schmidt is a Queensland-based fine-arts painter, graphic designer and award-winning illustrator. Her works have featured...
Ananguku Arts and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation: Infrastructure Upgrade Program – APY Lands
Ananguku Arts and Culture Aboriginal Corporation (Anaguku Arts) is an Aboriginal owned and governed organisation...
Urban Smart Projects: Best Practice in Public Artwork Projects
Urban Smart Projects (USP) is a street art initiative that engages local artists and residents...
