The articles have changed my perspective on my own design work because I now understand how much value each person’s design holds because it is one of a kind when handcrafted and cannot be replaced and is owned by its creator. You cannot use others’ works without sourcing them, this is something many of us already know. I have used online work in my own design work but never work that I would publish. It is important as a designer to respect the work of others and to give them the proper recognition they deserve if you will be using their work. It is unprofessional to do anything else. The Fairey Copyright case was a great example of why everyone’s works must be credited if being used. I think that Fairey was oblivious to the use of the AP photo for his artwork, as many of us usually are, and he did mention that he respects other people’s work and that he would not use another AP photo without a license. I believe that since he spoke up and owned up to his actions and agreed to not make the same mistake again that it is okay and that it does not change the beauty of his piece or the impact of it.
Resources:
https://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/13/arts/design/13fairey.html
