Quick PSA (Please Read!!)

by **Shiningwater** Thu Apr 30, 2015 9:31 am

As many of you know, I am an artist. If you didn't know, know you do. Razz

I post my stuff on deviantart to share with the world, get feedback, and generally just spread my art around.
Most people just look at it and enjoy it.
Then there's others out there who will steal your art and claim credit for it.
It's happened to me numerous times.
I just want to point out that it's not fun. And I'm not naming names, and not trying to be critical of anyone, I just want to avoid any conflict.
If you are using another artist's work for a profile picture or something else, please give them credit! 1 point font in your signature if you want to, but please credit the artist! The artwork may be free to use, but even still, give credit. Someone worked hard on it, so try to give them the credit they deserve.
That's all.
Again, not trying to stir up trouble or name names, mostly trying to avoid a swarm of angry artists swarming the forum. Sweat

by **Rii Rii** Thu Apr 30, 2015 10:42 am

I'm also on DA and I make a point of using only free stock with my manipulations. I'm too paranoid about other artists being mad at me. XD I can see where they come from though, I wouldn't want my work being used without permission either.

My current av I made, and on DA I got permission from the owners of photo's used to make the art work and use it on RP's only. So I'm all good. Very Happy