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Re: Copyright laws regarding painting photographs

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Posted by Stephen L. Anderson on June 19, 2001 at 01:10:03:

In Reply to: Copyright laws regarding painting photographs posted by Jennifer on June 18, 2001 at 16:02:30:

Like most cautious lawyers, we can only respond: It depends...

If the copyright to the original photograph is currently owned by another person, you might need to get a license to use the photo if the likeness is too similar. To the extent that the painting is a derivative work however, you might just need to disclaim certain exclusive rights.

However, if the photograph is of a famous celebrity or person whose face is noteworthy enough to warrant a commercial endorsement you may be restricted under State laws in New York and California.

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: Like most cautious lawyers, we can only respond: It depends... : If the copyright to the original photograph is currently owned by another person, you might need to get a license to use the photo if the likeness is too similar. To the extent that the painting is a derivative work however, you might just need to disclaim certain exclusive rights. : : However, if the photograph is of a famous celebrity or person whose face is noteworthy enough to warrant a commercial endorsement you may be restricted under State laws in New York and California. : For more information about copyrights, check out our site: www.copyrightpros.com

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Re: Copyright laws regarding painting photographs

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