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Sticky needed regarding use of our work?
Posted on 10/6/10 at 11:47 am
Posted on 10/6/10 at 11:47 am
With all that has transpired recently regarding the unauthorized use of Yurintroubl's Heisman piece I'm wondering if it might be a good idea for us to get a statement added to the top of the Fark Board regarding a policy against use of our artwork without our permission.
I know I'm opening up a large can of worms bringing this up, but we probably need something posted. Additionally, I reviewed the policy statement of Tiger Droppings and don't really see anything that touches this subject.
Of course, COMMON SENSE is really the guideline people should use regarding the question of, "I wonder if maybe I ought to get permission to use this piece before I get it printed and distributed to put on national TV?" Unfortunately we live in a world where common sense is often disregarded. I'll also be the first to go on record saying that even with a policy statement, people are going to do whatever they feel they are entitled to do. However, I believe we need something posted prominently regarding this topic.
As Yurintroubl and Tim Dallinger (who also has had a similar issue with the use of his work) have commented, they would have probaby been happy to give permission to use their work. I believe most of us feel the same way and would grant permission for the use of our work.
Enough of my rant. My suggestion to Chicken and the administrators is the following:
1.) Post a prominent policy regarding the unauthorized use of ANY artwork particularly on the Fark Board but also on other areas of Tiger Droppings.
2.) Ammend the policy statement under Guidelines/FAQ to address this topic.
Will doing this solve the problem? For honest people - Yes; Dishonest people - No. But we should try to do something about it. Already I see a lot more posters adding their name to their work. I encourage everyone to do that even though Yurintroubl's name was removed before it was reproduced. The fact that someone removed Yurintroubl's name proves the person who did this knew they were ripping off the work.
If we don't try to hit this issue hard right now, I'm concerned more incidents like this will continue. And if it continues, the end result will probably be most of us will stop posting here. I'd HATE for that to happen because this has been a tremendous place for some very talented individuals to congregate and learn from each other.
How do the rest of you feel about this topic?
I know I'm opening up a large can of worms bringing this up, but we probably need something posted. Additionally, I reviewed the policy statement of Tiger Droppings and don't really see anything that touches this subject.
Of course, COMMON SENSE is really the guideline people should use regarding the question of, "I wonder if maybe I ought to get permission to use this piece before I get it printed and distributed to put on national TV?" Unfortunately we live in a world where common sense is often disregarded. I'll also be the first to go on record saying that even with a policy statement, people are going to do whatever they feel they are entitled to do. However, I believe we need something posted prominently regarding this topic.
As Yurintroubl and Tim Dallinger (who also has had a similar issue with the use of his work) have commented, they would have probaby been happy to give permission to use their work. I believe most of us feel the same way and would grant permission for the use of our work.
Enough of my rant. My suggestion to Chicken and the administrators is the following:
1.) Post a prominent policy regarding the unauthorized use of ANY artwork particularly on the Fark Board but also on other areas of Tiger Droppings.
2.) Ammend the policy statement under Guidelines/FAQ to address this topic.
Will doing this solve the problem? For honest people - Yes; Dishonest people - No. But we should try to do something about it. Already I see a lot more posters adding their name to their work. I encourage everyone to do that even though Yurintroubl's name was removed before it was reproduced. The fact that someone removed Yurintroubl's name proves the person who did this knew they were ripping off the work.
If we don't try to hit this issue hard right now, I'm concerned more incidents like this will continue. And if it continues, the end result will probably be most of us will stop posting here. I'd HATE for that to happen because this has been a tremendous place for some very talented individuals to congregate and learn from each other.
How do the rest of you feel about this topic?
This post was edited on 10/6/10 at 11:50 am
Posted on 10/6/10 at 1:21 pm to Catahoula
Has "yurintroubl" stopped posting? I haven't seen or heard anything from her in a couple of days it seems.
Posted on 10/6/10 at 2:13 pm to Catahoula
i know of the hours that you fine posters place into your work, which is why whenever troubl had shared her talents with me, i ed and ed and ed again, even though that didn't seem like enough gratitude for her awesome efforts. but the anonymity this site offers almost excludes any of us from compensation or recognition.
troubl is so humble that she probably was just pleased to see her creativity showcased on such a stage as tiger stadium and cbs, as i know i felt pissed, but proud, when i saw it.
when we recognize what originates on this site, it makes us feel better that we "know" the originator of the concept from here.
to the creative people on this particular board, who provide more goodwill and laughs on this site per post than any other board on this site. i look forward to more people from all over the country sending me emails months after i've seen them here first (like they have in the past), even though they have no idea what "germans" means
troubl is so humble that she probably was just pleased to see her creativity showcased on such a stage as tiger stadium and cbs, as i know i felt pissed, but proud, when i saw it.
when we recognize what originates on this site, it makes us feel better that we "know" the originator of the concept from here.
to the creative people on this particular board, who provide more goodwill and laughs on this site per post than any other board on this site. i look forward to more people from all over the country sending me emails months after i've seen them here first (like they have in the past), even though they have no idea what "germans" means
Posted on 10/6/10 at 8:02 pm to Catahoula
Hey guys I made my first fark, what do yall think?
Granted it's no Yurintrouble, but who is?
Granted it's no Yurintrouble, but who is?
Posted on 10/9/10 at 8:22 am to Catahoula
One could argue that you probably didn't get permission to use the photos that you fark.
That being said, If it is brought to my attention that someone is using your work, without permission, then I would be more than happy to take care of it. I've had several posters try to use my avatar as theirs, so I understand where you're coming from.
ETA: If you guys are talking about someone using your work outside of this board........there is nothing that can be done.
That being said, If it is brought to my attention that someone is using your work, without permission, then I would be more than happy to take care of it. I've had several posters try to use my avatar as theirs, so I understand where you're coming from.
ETA: If you guys are talking about someone using your work outside of this board........there is nothing that can be done.
This post was edited on 10/9/10 at 8:27 am
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