Copyright enables an artist to continue their mission and work while providing them with protection against infringers, or "fakes" from using their work and displaying it as their own and/or not giving adequate credit. It's in the benefit of us all that we respect each others' work. Thank you for understanding. This fact page was supplied by ArtPromote.
FAQ
Do you hold the copyrights to your images and designs?
Yes. All works of art within this website is protected under U.S. copyright laws and international conventions. No portion of the work may be used, copied, or transferred electronically, without prior written permission from the artist.
Do you have a terms of use for your images and designs?
Yes. The images (artworks) that appear on this site may not be removed from this site, may not be displayed anywhere else on the internet, may not be downloaded, and may not be copied or modified in any way unless a link to the corresponding page or "http://www.sustee.com" or "http://www.sustainabilitee.com" is provided.
Can I use your images for my project?
Only if you have prior written permission from the artist and if the project is for the benefit of the environment, humanity, or other, (the designs themselves may not be reproduced at anytime). If you see this work being used on any other website please let us know by sending an email to "emily@sustainabilitee.com". Thanks!
What if I buy one of your images or tee shirts, then can I use it for my project?
No. When you purchase an image, you are only purchasing the item - not the rights to reproduce it. Modifying or reproducing copyrighted artwork is considered copyright infringement and it is illegal.
What is copyright infringement?
With artwork, copyright infringement usually means that copyrighted artwork has been displayed, modified, distributed, or reproduced, without permission from the artist (or copyright owner).
I have changed one of your images quite a bit with a graphics program, now can I use this "new" image?
No. As stated above, modifying copyrighted artwork is considered copyright infringement and it is illegal.
What if I am not selling them, then is it okay to use your images?
It depends, email to find out. (But, it is illegal to use copyrighted images, even if it is not for profit.)
Can I use your images if I include your copyright statement with each image?
If a link is provided to one of the websites listed above and/or prior written consent from the artist has been given.
I saw your images on another site without a copyright notice, can I use those images?
No. An image does not have to have a copyright notice or symbol displayed with it in order to be copyrighted.
What happens if I get caught using copyrighted work?
You will be required to stop all illegal activities, your website may be temporarily or permanently disabled, you may be sued, fined and/or sentenced to several years in jail. It's all to protect the artist from what could be a debilitating following. Thank you.
