The 10th of April 2010 marks the 300th anniversary of the date on which Queen Anne signed into law ”an act for the encouragement of learning” - the first copyright law. Copyright law has come a long way since then. it began with a 14 year protection only once given.
Especially within the last 10 years copyright has changed dramatically.
Artists who believe that there is still a rule that copyright doesn't apply or is not being breached when photographs or other images are being used when significantly changed to a certain percentage, are deeply wrong.
No matter how much, even 1% only, if clearly visible coming from another source then their own is copyright breach.
And copyright does not need to be registered, it is automatic.
The best way for Australian artists to find out about copyright and it’s constant updates is the Australia Copyright Council, also offering the newest changes in their e-mail newsletter.
Co-Director
Artrillium House
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