creative rights
creative rights on Lee LHGFX Photography: a running collection of 2 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on creative rights in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Lee LHGFX Photography is a dynamic portfolio and lifestyle hub built around the artistic work of @lee_lhgfx — a highly engaged Instagram creator and photographer known for… New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around creative rights, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Lee LHGFX Photography is covering right now.
Photographer Sues Artist for Turning His Photo of British Rock Band Oasis Into $2 Million Painting
A legal battle is brewing in the art world as photographer Ian Wright has filed a lawsuit against artist Miles Johnston, alleging copyright infringement. The dispute centers on Johnston’s painting, “Untitled (Noel & Liam),” which is based on Wright’s iconic 1996 photograph of British rock band Oasis. The painting reportedly sold for nearly $2 million, sparking Wright’s claim. For deeper insight into essential gear for photographers capturing moments like these, explore our review of the Westcott Photography Wagon.
Photographer Sues Artist Over Alleged Appropriation of More Than a Dozen of Her Images
A significant legal dispute has emerged within the art world: photographer Stacy Kranitz is suing acclaimed artist Mickalene Thomas, alleging the appropriation of over a dozen images without proper consent or attribution. This case raises critical questions about artistic influence and copyright in contemporary creative practice. For further exploration of photographic techniques and equipment favored by professionals, consider our recent piece on the enduring appeal of the Canon G1X Mark II for street photography. [Read More]