“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” -- Pablo Picasso

Our first commitment is to individuals and groups who use their voices, express their vision, and offer their creative work to enhance the diversity of our culture. For artists and creators in every discipline, we provide information, commentary, and resources to help you better understand and navigate the dynamic markets for your works and creative services. Artists, creators, teachers, legal advocates, business leaders, and supporters can also share ideas, stay informed, and learn from one another through our network of Copyright Advocates.

Copyright Basics

• Frequently Asked Questions about Copyright
• In Plain English: A Quick Guide to DMCA Takedown Notices

Digital Topics

• Principles for an Ethical and Sustainable Internet
• Youtube Content ID - A Must for Every Indie Filmmaker or Musician

Additional Sites and Blogs about Copyright and Creativity

• www.copyright.gov - The US Copyright Office website
• www.keepyourcopyrights.org - A copyright resource for creators maintained by Columbia Law School 
• illusionofmore.com - Dissecting the digital utopia, a blog written by indie filmmaker David Newhoff
• thetrichordist.com - Artists for an ethical and sustainable internet, a community blog for those interested in the protection of artists rights in the digital age
• voxindie.org - Commentary, memes & more from creative culture, a blog written by indie filmmaker Ellen Seidler

Photographers

• American Photographic Artists
• A Guide to Successful Advertising Photography (contains both public and APA member-only information)
• American Society of Media Photographers
• Business and Legal FAQ
• Copyright Tutorial - including a seven-minute copyright registration how-to
• Fundamentals for academic institutions, chapters and community arts organizations
• National Press Photographers Association
• Advocacy Issues - Committee that monitors issues affecting visual journalists
• Business Practices - including copyright, business forms, contracts, etc.
• Cost of Doing Business Calculator 
• Professional Photographers of America
• Copyright Resources and Assistance (contains PPA member-only information)
• Workshops and Online Courses