Copyright

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This Copyright Policy applies to all content published on this website Studio by the Sea operated by Steven Leydon "we", "our", or "us".

Ownership of Content

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Website is the intellectual property of Steven Leydon and

Studio by the Sea, including but not limited to:

• Original artworks

• Paintings, drawings, illustrations, sculptures, and digital art

• Artwork images and photographs

• Product images

• Text content

• Logos and branding

• Videos and animations

• Website design and layout

• Graphics and visual elements

• Blog posts and written material

All content is protected by copyright laws and international intellectual property regulations.

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Permitted Use

You may:

• View and browse the Website for personal, non-commercial use

• Share direct links to pages on this Website

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Prohibited Use

You may not, without prior written permission:

• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute any artwork or images

• Download, save, scrape, or archive images

• Use artwork for AI training, datasets, or machine learning

• Modify, edit, or create derivative works

• Use content for commercial purposes

• Mint artworks as NFTs or digital assets

• Sell, license, or sublicense any content

• Use content for merchandise, prints, or products

• Use content for marketing, advertising, or branding

• Claim ownership or authorship of any content

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Commissions and Purchased Artwork

Purchasing an artwork or commissioning a piece does not transfer copyright unless explicitly stated in a written agreement.

The artist retains full copyright and intellectual property rights, including:

• Reproduction rights

• Distribution rights

• Display rights

• Digital usage rights

• Licensing rights

Collectors may display purchased physical artwork for personal use but may not reproduce it without written permission.

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Licensing

Licensing of artwork, images, or content must be agreed in writing.

Requests for licensing or usage permissions should be sent to:

shellscape_designs@studiobythesea.co.nz

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Infringement

If you believe your copyright has been infringed, or if you believe content on this Website violates your rights, please contact us with:

• Your name and contact information

• Description of the copyrighted work

• Location (URL) of the material

• Proof of ownership

We will respond promptly to all valid copyright concerns.

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Policy Updates

This policy may be updated at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact Information
Steven Leydon

Studio by the Sea
shellscape_designs@studiobythesea.co.nz

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