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Copying others’ art - deliberate or serendipity?

Nov 6th, 2007 | By Aisling D'Art | Category: Originality and copyright

We’re all inspired by outside sources. I see nothing wrong with seeing, say, Dave McKean using cheesecloth for texture in his art, and realizing that it’s a great idea… an idea that I intend to use in my own art, in my own way.
Is that “copying”? I’m not sure. Depends upon your definition, I suppose.
But, […]



Keys to successful art shows: Have fun

Sep 10th, 2007 | By Aisling D'Art | Category: Featured articles

Art fairs and art shows can be great or totally boring. What makes the difference? You do.
Many artists don’t like to hear that, but it’s true.
When I was a Guest at Dragon*Con 2007, I visited the”Walk of Fame” to see a few friends and buy some autographed photos.
One of the busiest booths in […]



The Quadrants, revisited, by Robin Retallick

Aug 6th, 2007 | By Aisling D'Art | Category: Productivity

Let’s begin by understanding a couple of things here:1. If you’re reading this, then you may be among those looking for a “fix” to life. We see others that seem to have it all, and we can’t seem to get ourselves organized. If only we could find the secret to success. Well - read on.
2. […]



Creating products at Cafe Press

Jul 9th, 2007 | By Aisling D'Art | Category: Selling online

A free Cafe Press shop is one of the easiest ways to build an extra income online. With a few images and half an hour, you can be making money by the time you go to bed tonight.
If you haven’t already set up your free Cafe Press shop, be sure to read my […]



Trademarks, original ideas, and copycats

Jun 23rd, 2007 | By Aisling D'Art | Category: Originality and copyright

Copying is a regular topic of discussion among artists. Recently, someone suggested copyright and trademarks as ways to protect clever product or workshop names that we use, and so on.
I can’t give you legal advice. I’m not a lawyer. But, here are a […]