Artists, photographers and designers
Works that are "of artistic craftsmanship" are called 'artistic works' in the Copyright Act. This includes a broad range of material, including drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, engravings (lithographs, prints, woodcuts, etc.), and more. Plans, buildings, and models of buildings are also considered to be artistic works. Some handmade ceramics, jewellery and other material may also qualify, where the works are not mass-produced and they posses a level of artistic quality and craftsmanship.
Original works in this category have protection under the Act. Adaptations may also have their own protection. Learn more about artistic works and copyright
Further reading:
- The tension between copyright law and appropriation art: Where is the line between artistic innovation and stealing? [The Art Newspaper] (U.S. information) and an update on the Warhol case [ABC News]
- Can copyright protect immersive art? [ArtsHub]
Artist Resale Royalty:
Australian Copyright Council fact sheets:
- Artists & copyright
- Artists - First Nations art
- Photography & copyright
- Designs & copyright
- Graphic designers & copyright
- Street art & copyright
- Fashion, costume design & copyright
- Craftworkers & copyright
- Building plans & copyright
- Tattoos & copyright
For performance art and choreography, see Other dramatic works below.
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