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Like FuzzyShadows, I enjoyed serious discussion threads and would like to see more of them in the forum. This relates to the photo I posted today and related to Fuzzy's comment on it. The original is above, for comparison purposes. Let me say I am not pissed or annoyed at him in any way, I am glad he said something so that people think twice about using other peoples art in theirs. Without going fully into copyright law, I was wondering what everyone thought about something like this? I remember thinking to myself the first time I saw Ray (Rayburg) use other's sculptures in his work why he didn't give them credit. I didn't see anyone come down on him for it *(and they are wonderful, artistic images by the way - the sculptors should be honored he worked with them)* so I never said anything...but always wondered. When does that line get crosses exactly? I've posted a number of images recently that featured the art of Dale Chihuly. Again, these were on public exhibit and there were no "Do not photograph the artwork" signs next to the work. My own personal view of it is that is was in a public place and probably gets photographed quite often. I'm not saying it is my work, nor trying to sell it. It is for viewing pleasure only, and acts as free advertising for the sculptor. I know, I neglected to get artist's name...a situation I will remedy when I go back to the airport next Friday. If anyone recognizes it, please let me know now. Anyhow, I thought I'd through this out there for discussion. I know there is a copyright forum, but I felt this was more appropriate here since it is something we as photography face when we walk out of our doors, camera in hand.

Kort Kramer - Kramer Kreations