COPYRIGHT

# Copyright Protection – Artistic Works

**Effective from:** September 28, 2025

## Copyright Declaration

All artistic works, drawings, paintings, illustrations, photographs, and other visual works displayed on this website **www.tsumetaistudio.eu** (hereinafter referred to as “works”) are **original copyrighted works** and are protected by copyright law under Act No. 121/2000 Coll., on Copyright, and relevant international copyright protection treaties.

**Author and Copyright Owner:** TSUMETAI
**All Rights Reserved** © 2025

## Scope of Protection

### Protected works include:
– Original paintings (oil, acrylic, tempera, watercolor)
– Drawings (pencil, charcoal, pastel, pen, ink)
– Graphic works and illustrations
– Mixed media and collages
– Photographs of artistic works
– Digital processing and reproductions of works
– Designs and sketches
– Artistic concepts and creative ideas expressed in perceptible form

### Author’s Rights
As the author of these works, I hold exclusive rights to:
– **Reproduction** of the work in any form
– **Distribution** of originals and copies of the work
– **Rental and lending** of the work to the public
– **Public display** of the work
– **Public communication** of the work
– **Adaptation** of the work (modifications, adaptations, translations)
– **Attribution** in every use of the work
– **Integrity of the work** (protection against inappropriate modifications)

## Prohibited Uses Without Consent

**WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM THE AUTHOR, THE FOLLOWING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED:**

### Commercial Use:
– Sale of reproductions, prints, or copies in any form
– Use for advertising or marketing purposes
– Use in commercial projects, products, or services
– Sale of licenses to third parties
– Use as part of merchandise intended for sale

### Non-Commercial Use:
– Downloading and storing on personal devices for purposes other than personal use
– Sharing on social media without author attribution
– Use for any publication purposes
– Embedding in personal websites, blogs, or portfolios
– Use for educational projects without consent
– Modifications, retouching, or other processing of works

### Technical Misuse:
– Copying, scanning, or photographing works
– Digital reproduction in any quality
– Creating derivatives or adaptations
– Using as reference for original creation without source attribution
– Training artificial intelligence or algorithms without consent

## Permitted Use

**The following uses are permitted WITHOUT the need to obtain consent:**

### Personal Use:
– Viewing works online on this website
– Saving URL addresses for personal reference
– Discussion of works in academic or critical context with proper citation

### Citation for Criticism or Review:
– Use of smaller portions of works for criticism, review, or commentary purposes
– Always with mandatory author and source attribution
– Within the scope necessary for the given purpose

## Conditions for Obtaining Consent

If you are interested in using any of my works, please contact me with the following information:

### Required Details:
– **Purpose of use** – detailed description of intended use
– **Method of use** – where and how the work will be presented
– **Duration of use** – temporary or permanent use
– **Geographic scope** – where the work will be used
– **Type of license** – exclusive or non-exclusive
– **Financial offer** – for commercial use

### Contact Information:
**Email:** info@tsumetaistudio.eu
**Website:** www.tsumetaistudio.eu

## Legal Consequences of Infringement

**Unauthorized use of my works constitutes copyright infringement and may result in:**

### Civil Law Consequences:
– Compensation for damages including lost profits
– Return of unjust enrichment
– Provision of adequate satisfaction
– Prohibition of further unlawful activity
– Publication of judgment at infringer’s expense

### Criminal Law Consequences:
Under § 270 of the Criminal Code, copyright infringement may result in:
– Fines up to 100,000 CZK
– Imprisonment up to 2 years
– Activity prohibition
– Forfeiture of items

### Possible Fines:
– **Natural persons:** up to 1,000,000 CZK
– **Legal entities:** up to 10,000,000 CZK or 10% of annual turnover

## Exceptions and Limitations

**This declaration does not apply to:**
– Works explicitly marked as free to use
– Third-party materials cited on the website
– Links to external sources

**Some limitations may not apply in case of:**
– Statutory licenses under copyright law
– Exceptions for educational or research purposes established by law
– Use within personal needs of natural persons

## Reporting Infringement

If you find my works being used without authorization anywhere on the internet or in printed materials, please inform me at:

**Email:** info@tsumetaistudio.eu
**Subject:** “Copyright Infringement Report”

**Please include:**
– URL or location where the work is unauthorized used
– Description of the manner of use
– Your contact information (optional)

## International Protection

My works are protected not only in the Czech Republic but also in countries that are signatories to:
– **Berne Convention** for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
– **Universal Copyright Convention**
– **TRIPS Agreement** (World Trade Organization)

## Technical Protection

For additional protection of my works, I use:
– **Digital watermarks** on online images
– **Metadata** containing copyright information
– **Low resolution** for web presentations
– **Usage tracking** through specialized services

## Updates to This Declaration

This declaration may be updated at any time. The current version is always available on this website. By continuing to use this website, you agree to the current version of these terms.

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**Important Notice:** Lack of knowledge of copyright law does not exempt from liability for its violation. In case of uncertainty, please consult a legal advisor or contact the author directly.

*”Art is the expression of the human soul – respect creators’ rights and support original creation.”*