The British Copyright Council (BCC) is a consultative and liaison body whose membership includes the AOI. They offer A5 information guides as part of their “UK Copyright Highway Code” series..

The British Copyright Council (BCC) is a consultative and liaison body whose membership includes the AOI. They offer A5 information guides as part of their “UK Copyright Highway Code” series..

The British Copyright Council is offering another chance to brush up on the basics of copyright in 100 minutes. This event is ideal for all creators starting out on their careers or for anyone in the sector seeking a refresher on how copyright protects creative works and creator livelihoods. Presented by Florian Koempel, the BCC’s international copyright consultant and an experienced lecturer,..

The British Copyright Council (BCC) is offering the chance to brush up on the basics of UK copyright in 100 minutes. This event is ideal for all creators starting out on their careers or for anyone in the sector seeking a refresher on how copyright protects creative works and creator livelihoods. Presented by Florian Koempel, the BCC’s international copyright consultant..

The Directive on Copyright is an important piece of European Union legislation designed to modernise copyright for the digital age. Now passed, it will help ensure a fairer deal for those working in the creative sector. But what happens for the UK?

The statutory instrument for copyright and related rights in the event of a no-deal Brexit – which remains a possibility – was last week passed by both houses of parliament. It is expected to be signed into law shortly.

Talks on the EU Copyright Directive have completed with a compromise text and the European institutions now have to adopt the proposal. For the European Parliament, this is currently scheduled as a session on 27 March.

This resource looks at copyright infringement and what you can do if your work has been infringed. This information is provided for information purposes only and has been prepared by..

As the UK parliament prepares for the “meaningful vote” on the Government’s Brexit deal, the British Copyright Council looks at what the potential outcomes might mean for the creative sector.

You may be aware that there is no copyright in an idea, only in the form the idea takes. If you have a brilliant idea for an illustration and someone..

Lis Ribbans has recently taken the helm as Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the ‘invaluable’ British Copyright Council (BCC), of which AOI is a member – and we talk to her about her role, what the BCC has on its plate and how the AOI can play its part.

The Australian government is intending to revise their copyright laws and have issued a consultation paper on copyright modernisation, which AOI has responded to.

Resources / Copyright
Copyright: Using Collage

If you undertake collage or montage work and this involves incorporating other people’s artwork, how do you know if you are infringing their copyright? Collage is not an easy area on which to advise, as each situation needs to be judged on its own facts. However, you can ask yourself a few questions, which could provide a safety net. Ruth Gladwin advises.

Ruth Gladwin is an independent lawyer who advises fine artists, illustrators, photographers and designers. This resource should not be taken as legal advice.

 

 

Copyright exists in any original work you create, from the moment you create it. Copyright is an economic right that gives you the opportunity to commercially exploit your artworks. This is generally done by licensing the right to use the work to clients.

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News from the Illustrators Partnership about the USA Copyright Office October 28, 2016 “Days after U.S. Register of Copyrights Maria Pallante was moved out of her job…lawyers and lobbyists are..

Feel you are not entirely sure you understand copyright? Need to explain it to a potential client? The British Copyright Council, of which AOI are a member have just published..

The High Court has ruled against the UK Government in a Judicial Review case brought by the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (BASCA), the Musicians’ Union (MU) and..

Copyright exceptions have recently been brought into law as Government did not consider that copyright laws were ‘fit for the digital age’, and they wanted to find ‘a balance between..

Contribute your views to the Government’s consultation on copyright The UK Government has launched an important consultation on copyright which proposes a number of significant changes to copyright in the..

Resources / Business Practice
What Brexit means for you

If you have not considered the implications on Brexit for you personally, you must do this now. This Government tool is a good starting point. This is intended as a..

Event / 15th September 2020 - 20th October 2020
The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration

The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration Harnessing our experience as the world’s leading professional body for illustrators, The AOI have a designed this 6 week interactive online course to help illustrators take proactive steps to progress in their careers. Each week you will explore an essential aspect of freelance illustration, covering self-promotion, licensing, contracts, finances, agency representation and more..

Resources
Covid Resources

There is a huge amount of information on the current Covid-19 situation. This resource aims to pull together reliable public information, as well as signposting AOI plans. It is a..

Resources / Pricing
Calculating an ‘All Media’ licence

The Illustration Industry is built around licensing artwork rights – if you haven’t already, make sure you first read Pricing Basics and How to calculate a fee. If you’ve not..

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