Greetings! As part of the monthly Library Law Spotlight Webinar series, Wednesday, November 27, 2019 @ 10:30am There will be a FREE 45 minute webinar discussing the copyright ramifications of the use of images by public libraries. "Graphic Mistakes: Copyright & Public Libraries' use of Images" Compelling images and graphics are important components of websites, social media posts and programing promotional material. It is very tempting to cut and paste or copy existing images from online sites, or from licensed sources. The problem is that no matter where an image is found, odds are that image has an owner, and that owner would expect payment for the use of that image/graphic. Libraries are not exempt from copyright, and not all uses are "fair" simply because the use is for a Library. Currently, Libraries are being caught by companies that crawl the web looking for unauthorized use of images/photos. If found, the company then demands hefty fees for the unlicensed use. This webinar will review information to assist libraries in avoiding the unauthorized use of graphics/photos. Participants can expect to learn: * Copyright Fair Use law as it pertains to the use of images/photos. * How to obtain images/graphics that don't require licenses * How to obtain permission/licensing for images/photos. * What to know if taking or using in-house created photos or images. The webinar is FREE, but registration is required. To register, please go to https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.j... Can't make it, but interested? The webinar will be recorded and then posted on the LM website for later viewing. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC@michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.jpg@01D59FAE.C46D9720] Family Matters is an outreach effort to equip families of children with disabilities by offering free information and resources. Visit Family Matters<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmde%2F0%2C4615%2C7-140-6598_88187_81739---%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C6b2f721525734743bc6608d748155e89%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637057128957252684&sdata=CfbGmpHjM%2BYipHBj37MRXs3Z%2B5AkjkbhNJCA5enJgwE%3D&reserved=0>, call OSE Information Line at 888-320-8384 or Email: mde-ose@michigan.gov<mailto:mde-ose@michigan.gov>.