I have made it a rule for a long time, not to part with the copyright of my drawings, for I have been so copied, my drawings reproduced and sold for advertisements and done in ways I hate.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Some people try to paint in my style. Some simply sell pirated copies of my work. Some claim to be my publisher or agent or even my exclusive representative, when they are not.
My artwork gets stolen all the time; it's ridiculous.
I'm not a big believer in our copyright laws; I find them way too restrictive.
When you have a group of engineers and designers, they are not exactly the best to deal with copyright law.
One of the reasons why you like to do your own drawings is, your style changes over time. And there's something about that that keeps it fresh to the viewer.
The copyright bargain: a balance between protection for the artist and rights for the consumer.
I've never really tried to copy anyone; I like to have my own style.
I decided to sell my drawings. However, I didn't want people to buy my drawings because the professor of physics isn't supposed to be able to draw - isn't that wonderful - so I made up a false name.
I don't work from drawings. I don't make sketches and drawings and color sketches into a final painting.
If I'm seeing you, you're going to influence me. I'm sorry - I'm just that way. I'm a big sponge. You can't copyright an aesthetic.