04-25-2020, 08:48 AM
Outside of studying I'm timid to use references from the internet (especially Pintrest) due to copyright. Like I'm not going for monetary gain with studies, but when I'm doing a personal piece or a commission I'm not sure where I stand. A couple years ago I didn't use references (cause I was stupid and thought as long as I practiced I didn't need them ) but for the past 2 years I've been using them but I feel uncomfortable doing so. I don't want to feel like I'm stealing or anything. I mainly feel like I'm stealing when I can't find the original artist or photographer and can't cite them. I usually use multiple references on a personal piece anyway so it' s not too obvious, but I still get the feeling.
What is your stance on using references and copyright? Is it okay to use a reference you find even if you can't find the original artist to cite? How should I think about this?
What is your stance on using references and copyright? Is it okay to use a reference you find even if you can't find the original artist to cite? How should I think about this?