Fan Art and Copyright Law
Grade 12th Grade · Art · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can argue whether fan art should be illegal, considering copyright law and the rights of creators and fans.
Warm-Up Video
AustinMcConnell · 12:17
Should Fan Art Be Illegal?
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The fan remake of *Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic* was shut down after a cease and desist order from Lucasfilm.
- 2
Fan art exists in a legal gray area because it often doesn't fall under fair use, yet many artists rely on crowdfunding to support their work.
- 3
Some argue that fan art can benefit the original rights holders by increasing interest in the official property and becoming part of the culture.
Practice Questions
6 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“After watching the video, argue whether you believe fan art should be illegal. Support your argument by discussing copyright law, the rights of original creators, and the rights of fans. Explain your reasoning.”
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