How Year 9 Art Students Can Protect Their Work

If you're an art student in Year 9, it's important to protect your creations from being copied without permission. Here are some easy ways to do that:

1. Learn About Copyright Laws:
   In Sweden, as soon as you create a piece of art, it’s protected by copyright. This means that for 70 years after you pass away, no one can use your art without asking you or your family first.

2. Keep Records of Your Work:

   • Write down how you created your art, including sketches and drafts.
   • Always date each version of your art to show when you made it.

3. Use Watermarks:

   • Put a digital watermark on your online art. This helps protect your work from being used without permission.

4. License Your Art:

   • Think about using Creative Commons licenses. These licenses let you decide how others can use your art.

5. Teach Others About Copyright:

   • Talk to your friends and followers on social media about why it’s important to respect copyright.

By following these steps, you can help keep your artwork safe from being copied.