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jellohead · 07-07-2003, 08:06 PM

i am designing my new portfolio and was thinking of finding a really great pic of some chick and using illustrator to turn her into an illustration... my question is, is this considered copywrite infringement even though i wouldnt be using the unlicensed photo itself? if anyone knows what i'm talking about let me know. thanks!!

Amputate Your Head · 07-07-2003, 08:09 PM

that would fall under 'Derivative Works' and yes... that's verbotten.

gothweb · 07-07-2003, 08:13 PM

I'd say that such a derivative work is covered by fair use, as long as you are creating a distinct work of art and not just a copy.

07-07-2003, 08:06 PM	#1
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07-07-2003, 08:09 PM	#2
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07-07-2003, 08:13 PM	#3
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