Legislation states that works of art (including writings and paintings) become public domain after a period of 50 years after the artist's death, provided no one renews that copyright (the artist's estate, or descendants are some of the groups that may renew the copyright).
In 1996, Emily Carr's books and paintings became public domain. It is this which enabled this web site to be built. It is important to note, however, that reproductions of Emily Carr's paintings and drawings, are NOT public domain. This means, most specifically regarding the images found on this site, that the copyright resides with the galleries. Written permission from the gallery in question is needed in order to reproduce the images.
Below are some helpful pointers for more information on copyright:
National Gallery Copyright.
Vancouver Art Gallery Copyright.
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Copyright.
General Guide to Copyright in Canada.
Canadian Copyright Act.
Canadian Copyright and the Internet.
Copyright in the Electronic Age - Canada.
A fax from the original publishers (Irwin Publishing) of Emily Carr's writing, dated 25 July 1996 states:
"Dear Jennifer,This fax will confirm our conversation this afternoon during which I told you that Emily Carr's published works under the copyright of Irwin Publishing are now in the public domain and you do not need written permission from us to reprint quotes from these books on your Web Site.
Sincerely,
Sandra Homer
Rights and Permissions Coordinator"
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