Using Someone Else's Photo For Your Art? DON’T GET SUED!

Is it OK to copy someone else’s photo in your art? Will you get in trouble if you draw or paint someone else’s photo? In this video I tackle this question by addressing the basics of copyright law as well as my own opinion on ethics among artists. I’ll also share with you my own advice and experiences regarding using other people’s photos, the pros, the cons, and how to do it responsibly. If you find this video helpful please like and subscribe to my channel! Have you ever had someone steal your photo or even your artwork and use it in their own work? How did you react and how did you handle the situation? Share your story in the comments! Thanks very much for watching! Related Videos: How to Use Life Drawing to Improve Work Done from Photos:    • How to Use Life Drawing to Improve Work Do...   How to Draw from Photos to Practice for Drawing from Life:    • How to Draw from Photos to Practice for Dr...   Drawing & Painting from Life: Pros and Cons:    • Drawing & Painting from Life: Pros and Cons   Drawing & Painting from Photos: Pros and Cons:    • Drawing & Painting from Photos: Pros and Cons   Is It Bad to Draw or Paint from Photos?:    • Is It Bad to Draw or Paint from Photos?   Social Links: My paintings on Instagram:   / laceylewisart   My school on Instagram:   / schoolofrealistart