Post by Atheron on Jan 11, 2012 5:52:32 GMT -5
Art Usage
On this page, you will find a list of artists. Having hellhounds and elemental beasts almost requires the use of artwork, however, not every artist wishes their art to be used. I will list as many artists as I can, those who allow usage and those who do not, as well as those who do not clearly state. I will list the artist's name, a link to a website, and a link to where thier Artwork Usage rules are listed, if applicable. If I am unable to locate such, then you will be asked to e-mail the artist. If you e-mail the artist, you WILL be required to post a screenshot of your original e-mail and the reply you received.
This information WILL be checked. Art theft is a very serious offense, and while you are not claiming the work as your own, many artists' work is not of some random image they thought up, but of thier own characters and other people's characters. Which makes the artwork the intillectual property of the creator/s. To use artwork without permission is an offense Predestiny takes very seriously. This also refers to Photos. Photography has copyrights as well. This page will be under construction almost constantly, so you might want to check back frequently to see any updates.
General Rules of Thumb:
ASK the artist if you're uncertain.
Even with permission to use images, be it art or photo, it's polite to link back to the artist.
*Disclaimer* Some of the following sites contain mature/adult or link to other sites containing mature/adult art/themes. These sites with have a [M] tag next to them. The owners of this site are not responsible for anything seen upon leaving this site. If you are not of age to view adult material.. don't look!
The Artist Rights Society - Explains how copyrights work.
Balaa
Deviant Art
SheezyArt
Rules for using thier art:
Sara Palmer
Caribou Ink [M]
E-mail for permission
Goldenwolf
Goldenwolfen
Rules for using thier art
Hellcorpeo
Deviant Art
Note or e-mail for permission.
Dark Natasha
Main Site
Deviant Art
Rules for using their art
S.M. Hahn/Bittler [Synnabar]
The Art of Synnabar [Main Site]
Deviant Art
VCL
Elfwood
Read them on the Main Site under "Art Usage"
Foxfeather
Foxloft [Main Site]
Deviant Art
E-mail or note for permission
Jennifer Miller [Nambroth]
Featherdust
Elfwood
Deviant Art
Rules for using thier art
Amber Hill [Vantid]
Deviant Art
Note or e-mail for permission
Cara Mitten
Deviant Art
VCL
Epilogue
Elfwood
Note or e-mail for permission
H.K. Luterman [Kyoht]
Kyoht.com [Main Site]
Deviant Art
Fur Affinity
Rules for using thier art
Sandra San Tara
Windwolf Studio
Rules for using thier art
Mayra Boyle [Huskie] [M]
VCL
FAN
E-mail or contact via FAN for permission
Xenia Eliassen [Swandog]
Swandog Studios [Main Site]
Deviant Art
E-mail or note for permission
Khaosdog
Deviant Art
Rules for using thier art:
Linsey Huish [Sidian]
The Art of Sidian
VCL
FAN
E-mail for permission.
Photo Usage
Credit Due
Credit is something we all accept into our daily lives. We strive for it, ask for it, and protect it. Here at Predestiny, we accept this and use it constantly to show we respect the artists and photographers that take the pictures we love and post on the site. Only stock photos, or non-copyrighted pictures are allowed. Below is a small guide to help you find good pictures, without the hassle of asking permission and what-not.
Search Engines
Although these rescources might seems useful, they are filled with pictures that other people have stolen and used on their own websites. Google, AOL, or Yahoo, for example, look for key words on any page accepted into their engine, and then they direct that page to you, where ever it may be. Often times you may recive links from other RPGs, or sites that simply have millions of pictures for your 'benefit'. Even Photobucket is one of these sites. While it is a great hoster, it does not enforce any laws that make you state that you did not create, or take, the picture. Therefore you often find picutres that have actually been protected under law and specific circumstances...though the user on this hoster posted it there anyway. Needless to say, Photobucket-found pictures are forbidden here. Unless you are positively certian about who took the picture, and their rules on such a subject, I will advise you don't use Search Engines either.
Stock
Flickr
This is a great site where you can search freely for pictures that you wish to use. Many people here post photographs for your benefit alone, unless they state otherwise. It is a photo-sharing community, much like photobucket, but much more professional, and stict about how they go about posting pictures. If you wish to find a stock photo here, then simply go to 'Advanced Search' > 'Creative Commons'. It is only here that you will find free photo's to use with credit given. All other pictures are meant to be for personal or professional use only...and not meant for an RPG site. Credit to the stock provider MUST be included where ever the picture applies on this site.
Deviant Art-
I see many pictures from this place being used everywhere on the internet, and it is very sad. You see, DeviantArt is meant to be a site where people can post pictures for critique and entertainment. Many people there are highly trained professionals even. And although the site varies from professional to the common child with a dream...all photographs on that site are meant to be protected and respected. This does not mean, however, that you cannot find good pictures for free use. If you wish to find a picture here, you MUST look under Browse > Catagories> Resources > Stock Images. If you find a picture you wish to use, be sure that you read the user's rules for that stock. Some only wish for thier stock to be used with credit, and only on DA. Some others con't care a bit about what you do to the pictures. Credit to the stock provider MUST be included where ever the picture applies on this site.
sxc.hu-
This is a site for stock. You can find any picture here for free use, although each uploader has their own rules for photographs. You can use them as a picture for a character as long as the photo is unaltered. However if you plan on altering them for a signature, avatar or manipulation, you will need permission from the user.
Webshots-
This site is similar to Photobucket, with the exception that they DO take steps to ensure that copyrights are not violated. Webshots is a community for free usage of photographs. However, some photographs ARE the work of professional photographers. Such photos are generally easily identified by the inclusion of a copyright mark, name, or signature. Such photos may NOT be used on this site. Period.
Corbis-
Corbis is a photography site that obeys copyright laws. In order to use images from this site, you must search using stock or royalty-free images only.
Morguefile-
Morguefile is a photography site that offers digital stock photos for either corporate or public use.
Examples
Here are a few examples of credit for you to look at. It is also asked that you do not go and raid the person's site, looking for identical photographs. It is not only rude, but it limits the amount of pictures for others to use.
farm1.static.flickr.com/194/495161725_dc6e925fd1.jpg?v=0 - Credit to Bluecherry1408 at Flickr.com
farm2.static.flickr.com/1100/666095416_ad2cab15b8.jpg?v=0 - Credit to christinatinarobinson at Flickr.Com
Information Used With Permission of Nunia_DarkGoddess at Black Marble Wolf Packs (MSN Groups 2007). This may not be reposted or used anywhere else without her permission. Some information added by T Evans, and DF for Wolves of Eternal Nyte (2007) which is now Predestiny (2012).
On this page, you will find a list of artists. Having hellhounds and elemental beasts almost requires the use of artwork, however, not every artist wishes their art to be used. I will list as many artists as I can, those who allow usage and those who do not, as well as those who do not clearly state. I will list the artist's name, a link to a website, and a link to where thier Artwork Usage rules are listed, if applicable. If I am unable to locate such, then you will be asked to e-mail the artist. If you e-mail the artist, you WILL be required to post a screenshot of your original e-mail and the reply you received.
This information WILL be checked. Art theft is a very serious offense, and while you are not claiming the work as your own, many artists' work is not of some random image they thought up, but of thier own characters and other people's characters. Which makes the artwork the intillectual property of the creator/s. To use artwork without permission is an offense Predestiny takes very seriously. This also refers to Photos. Photography has copyrights as well. This page will be under construction almost constantly, so you might want to check back frequently to see any updates.
General Rules of Thumb:
ASK the artist if you're uncertain.
Even with permission to use images, be it art or photo, it's polite to link back to the artist.
*Disclaimer* Some of the following sites contain mature/adult or link to other sites containing mature/adult art/themes. These sites with have a [M] tag next to them. The owners of this site are not responsible for anything seen upon leaving this site. If you are not of age to view adult material.. don't look!
The Artist Rights Society - Explains how copyrights work.
Balaa
Deviant Art
SheezyArt
Rules for using thier art:
This information is also available at the bottom of Balaa's DA page.
I get quite a few emails requesting to use my work for various purposes and I just don't have time to answer all the emails and notes so decided to whip up a quick Terms of Use.
1. What you may do with my work without asking permission:
-- use it for avatars and signatures on roleplay forums and personal blogs. It would be appreciated if you linked back to my DA gallery in your sig but not necessary
-- Wallpapers on your personal desktop/laptop/psp and etc.
-- use my work for reference, just link back to the original work referenced. I would highly advise against referencing my work to grow as an artist as I am not flawless. But if you feel you can gain something from my work, please feel free, I would be flattered.
2. What you may not do:
--use my work for psp tubes. I used to not mind so much, but I rather my work not be heavily modified or used as a stamp. Thanks for understanding
-- modify and repost my work and claim it as your own.
-- use my work for any commercial purposes without my permission.
I get quite a few emails requesting to use my work for various purposes and I just don't have time to answer all the emails and notes so decided to whip up a quick Terms of Use.
1. What you may do with my work without asking permission:
-- use it for avatars and signatures on roleplay forums and personal blogs. It would be appreciated if you linked back to my DA gallery in your sig but not necessary
-- Wallpapers on your personal desktop/laptop/psp and etc.
-- use my work for reference, just link back to the original work referenced. I would highly advise against referencing my work to grow as an artist as I am not flawless. But if you feel you can gain something from my work, please feel free, I would be flattered.
2. What you may not do:
--use my work for psp tubes. I used to not mind so much, but I rather my work not be heavily modified or used as a stamp. Thanks for understanding
-- modify and repost my work and claim it as your own.
-- use my work for any commercial purposes without my permission.
Sara Palmer
Caribou Ink [M]
E-mail for permission
Goldenwolf
Goldenwolfen
Rules for using thier art
Hellcorpeo
Deviant Art
Note or e-mail for permission.
Dark Natasha
Main Site
Deviant Art
Rules for using their art
S.M. Hahn/Bittler [Synnabar]
The Art of Synnabar [Main Site]
Deviant Art
VCL
Elfwood
Read them on the Main Site under "Art Usage"
Foxfeather
Foxloft [Main Site]
Deviant Art
E-mail or note for permission
Jennifer Miller [Nambroth]
Featherdust
Elfwood
Deviant Art
Rules for using thier art
Amber Hill [Vantid]
Deviant Art
Note or e-mail for permission
Cara Mitten
Deviant Art
VCL
Epilogue
Elfwood
Note or e-mail for permission
H.K. Luterman [Kyoht]
Kyoht.com [Main Site]
Deviant Art
Fur Affinity
Rules for using thier art
Sandra San Tara
Windwolf Studio
Rules for using thier art
Mayra Boyle [Huskie] [M]
VCL
FAN
E-mail or contact via FAN for permission
Xenia Eliassen [Swandog]
Swandog Studios [Main Site]
Deviant Art
E-mail or note for permission
Khaosdog
Deviant Art
Rules for using thier art:
Can also be found on DA ID.
ART USAGE
I don't mind at all if my art and photos are used for personal things like blogs, roleplaying, referrences etc. ...! No need to email me, just go ahead and enjoy them.
If the images have a 'character (c) to whoever' written on them, please ask the characters owner first if they're okay with it.
Anyone wishing to use my images for commercial use must request and receive prior written permission from me.
ART USAGE
I don't mind at all if my art and photos are used for personal things like blogs, roleplaying, referrences etc. ...! No need to email me, just go ahead and enjoy them.
If the images have a 'character (c) to whoever' written on them, please ask the characters owner first if they're okay with it.
Anyone wishing to use my images for commercial use must request and receive prior written permission from me.
Linsey Huish [Sidian]
The Art of Sidian
VCL
FAN
E-mail for permission.
Photo Usage
Credit Due
Credit is something we all accept into our daily lives. We strive for it, ask for it, and protect it. Here at Predestiny, we accept this and use it constantly to show we respect the artists and photographers that take the pictures we love and post on the site. Only stock photos, or non-copyrighted pictures are allowed. Below is a small guide to help you find good pictures, without the hassle of asking permission and what-not.
Search Engines
Although these rescources might seems useful, they are filled with pictures that other people have stolen and used on their own websites. Google, AOL, or Yahoo, for example, look for key words on any page accepted into their engine, and then they direct that page to you, where ever it may be. Often times you may recive links from other RPGs, or sites that simply have millions of pictures for your 'benefit'. Even Photobucket is one of these sites. While it is a great hoster, it does not enforce any laws that make you state that you did not create, or take, the picture. Therefore you often find picutres that have actually been protected under law and specific circumstances...though the user on this hoster posted it there anyway. Needless to say, Photobucket-found pictures are forbidden here. Unless you are positively certian about who took the picture, and their rules on such a subject, I will advise you don't use Search Engines either.
Stock
Flickr
This is a great site where you can search freely for pictures that you wish to use. Many people here post photographs for your benefit alone, unless they state otherwise. It is a photo-sharing community, much like photobucket, but much more professional, and stict about how they go about posting pictures. If you wish to find a stock photo here, then simply go to 'Advanced Search' > 'Creative Commons'. It is only here that you will find free photo's to use with credit given. All other pictures are meant to be for personal or professional use only...and not meant for an RPG site. Credit to the stock provider MUST be included where ever the picture applies on this site.
Deviant Art-
I see many pictures from this place being used everywhere on the internet, and it is very sad. You see, DeviantArt is meant to be a site where people can post pictures for critique and entertainment. Many people there are highly trained professionals even. And although the site varies from professional to the common child with a dream...all photographs on that site are meant to be protected and respected. This does not mean, however, that you cannot find good pictures for free use. If you wish to find a picture here, you MUST look under Browse > Catagories> Resources > Stock Images. If you find a picture you wish to use, be sure that you read the user's rules for that stock. Some only wish for thier stock to be used with credit, and only on DA. Some others con't care a bit about what you do to the pictures. Credit to the stock provider MUST be included where ever the picture applies on this site.
sxc.hu-
This is a site for stock. You can find any picture here for free use, although each uploader has their own rules for photographs. You can use them as a picture for a character as long as the photo is unaltered. However if you plan on altering them for a signature, avatar or manipulation, you will need permission from the user.
Webshots-
This site is similar to Photobucket, with the exception that they DO take steps to ensure that copyrights are not violated. Webshots is a community for free usage of photographs. However, some photographs ARE the work of professional photographers. Such photos are generally easily identified by the inclusion of a copyright mark, name, or signature. Such photos may NOT be used on this site. Period.
Corbis-
Corbis is a photography site that obeys copyright laws. In order to use images from this site, you must search using stock or royalty-free images only.
Morguefile-
Morguefile is a photography site that offers digital stock photos for either corporate or public use.
Examples
Here are a few examples of credit for you to look at. It is also asked that you do not go and raid the person's site, looking for identical photographs. It is not only rude, but it limits the amount of pictures for others to use.
farm1.static.flickr.com/194/495161725_dc6e925fd1.jpg?v=0 - Credit to Bluecherry1408 at Flickr.com
farm2.static.flickr.com/1100/666095416_ad2cab15b8.jpg?v=0 - Credit to christinatinarobinson at Flickr.Com
Information Used With Permission of Nunia_DarkGoddess at Black Marble Wolf Packs (MSN Groups 2007). This may not be reposted or used anywhere else without her permission. Some information added by T Evans, and DF for Wolves of Eternal Nyte (2007) which is now Predestiny (2012).