Copyright Restrictions and Allowable use of the Art of Ed Beard Jr.
All artwork/ images in part or in whole are protected by US Copyright laws. You may NOT use any images in part or in whole for any reason other than for personal "NOT FOR PROFIT" uses.
This include the "myth" that decoupage or applique or any other craft or use that is sold, auctioned or otherwise presented to the market place is acceptable, IT IS NOT.
Modifying the image in any way no matter how extensive, is still a violation of US copyright laws and not permitted.
Example of personal uses that are be allowable :
*Personal web pages ( Not for tags or to be manipulated without permission) you must include a link back to our website www.destiniproductionsinc.com
*Tattoo art where you wish to have one of Ed Beard's art works tattooed upon your own person ( you must inform the tattoo artist that they are not to use the image as flash art or take credit for the art in competition without copyright credit if any credit is given). Credits should be written as follows:
tattoo artist name:____________ after Copyright Ed Beard Jr.
*Charitable organization uses: or qualified charities must contact our office and request permission in writing.
Our attorney is always available for you to inquire with if you are not sure about any information contained on this page.
Stephen M. Litwin
One Ship St.
Providence, RI 02910
1-800-887-5772
Please note that we take a very aggressive stance to protect Ed Beard Jr's intellectual properties and will continue to pursue any and all violators who are found to have unlawfully used any art work contained or displayed within these web site pages. You will be forced to cease and desist any and all uses followed by an automatic discovery of your assets and sales of the pirated merchandise. If it is discovered that you continue to unlawfully use the intellectual properties you will be prosecuted for criminal and willful theft of copyright properties. Any and all punitive damages will be fully enforced. We have managers and associates in just about every state and at every one of our Renaissance fairs and convention locations. These dedicated people are constantly looking out for any unlawful use. We have several hundred fans who surf the net and E-Bay also in pursuit of violators.
Please respect and support the artist and his hard efforts by abiding by these terms and conditions. We look forward to granting many of you a legal license so that all parties involved can enjoy the profits from one of the most popular and abundantly licensed fantasy artists of our time.
Thank You,
Art of Ed Beard Jr. LLC