Question

Which of the following statements correctly expresses the legal aspects of using illustrations in your publications? A. You can't use a graphic image without printing a credit line. B. Software companies that manufacture clip-art disks usually require that you pay a fee each time you use a graphic image in a publication. C. You can't use a copyrighted graphic image without permission from its owner. D. Software companies that manufacture clip-art disks usually require that you print a credit line each time you use a graphic image in a publication.

Answer 1

The should be (C) You can't use a copyrighted graphic image without permission from its owner.

It is very important to be cautious of any possible legal problems that may come up when selecting illustrations for your publications. If you hire an illustrator, according to law, that person owns the copyright and is only giving you a one-time right to use it. 

Copyright Act gives the artists more rights to ownership.