Just Wanna Copyright for Makers: A Legal Roadmap for Creatives

Creatives, it’s time to obtain those copyrights!

Violating copyright laws can result in significant financial consequences and potentially threaten your business’s success. Just Wanna Copyright for Makers: A Legal Roadmap for Creators offers artists, crafters, and creative entrepreneurs a concrete understanding to navigate the copyright system. Learn how to enforce your copyrights, protect your creations, and defend your artistic choices. From enforcing copyrights to navigating the legalities of your craft, this guide is your ticket to a thriving creative business. Avoid common legal pitfalls and confidently make money!

• Explore legal information tailored for creatives, complete with accessible language and easy-to-grasp examples to help proceed with confidence
• Receive expert information to help protect your work and sidestep potential legal pitfalls with insights from professionals who specialize in safeguarding artistic work
• Learn real-world examples from crafters, quilters, and creative entrepreneurs

Elizabeth Townsend Gard is the John E. Koerner Endowed Professor of Law at Tulane University Law School and an avid quilter since childhood. She holds a Ph.D. in Cultural History from UCLA and has been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court for her work on copyright. Elizabeth is the lead author of the series. Elizabeth focuses on the legal expertise of the book. Sidne K. Gard is a Distinguished Scholar Scholarship student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an Entertainment Editor at F Newsmagazine. Sidne focuses on translating legal concepts to artists and crafters. Sidne is the Managing Editor and Design Director for the Just Wanna Trademark for Makers series. Elizabeth and Sidne started Just Wanna Quilt, which has also expanded to crafts and art. Listen to the podcast and learn more at justwannaquilt.com. Elizabeth Townsend Gard Bio: Elizabeth Townsend Gard is the John E. Koerner Endowed Professor of Law at Tulane University Law School and an avid quilter since childhood. She holds a Ph.D. in Cultural History from UCLA and has been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court for her work on copyright. Elizabeth is the lead author of the series. Elizabeth focuses on the legal expertise of the book. Sidne K. Gard is a Distinguished Scholar Scholarship student at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an Entertainment Editor at F Newsmagazine. Sidne focuses on translating legal concepts to artists and crafters. Sidne is the Managing Editor and Design Director for the Just Wanna Trademark for Makers series. Elizabeth and Sidne started Just Wanna Quilt, which has also expanded to crafts and art. Listen to the podcast and learn more at justwannaquilt.com.