Copyright/public domain?

[RabidAlien]

This has probably been covered before (heck, probably asked by my forgetful self!), but my search-fu didn't uncover any definitive answers.  I know photos of famous people, actors, musicians, etc, are considered public domain and therefore open for converting into patterns, but what about albums?  I've got an album cover I'd like to convert and try out, but want to make sure its okay or, failing that, dropping a line to the band and see if I can get permission.  Any thoughts?

[CSull]

I would assume that as long as you don't monetize the piece it should be fine. Like when you buy an album your are free to copy it onto your personal devices for listening as long as you don't sell the copies.  However, assumptions are how lawyers make their living!  I am also curious, any legal experts out there?

[WayneMahler]

Here is a copy of the copy right laws and what is not protected by them. Hope this helps solve your question.

Copy right laws and what is and is not protected by them.pdf

[Bpardue]

20 hours ago, WayneMahler said:

Here is a copy of the copy right laws and what is not protected by them. Hope this helps solve your question.

Copy right laws and what is and is not protected by them.pdf 1.25 MB · 17 downloads

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