Copyright Basics for Artists

Topics Explained: What exactly are Copyrights? What do they protect? What don't they protect? When are you covered and how long does protection last? How to secure and protect your copyrights Why it's best to register your work for full protection under the law Contracts and copyrights Confusing and archaic Terms Defined The difference between Copyright and Trademark And much, much more

Copyright information is not taught in schools, and it's something that every creative person, artist, writer, and photographer should know. Those who tell you that you don't need a solid copyright handbook are dummies. The copyright act and copyright laws are designed to protect you and your artwork from piracy and copyright violations. This copyright guide spells it out for you in simple to understand terms.