Art in Brief
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Have you ever wondered how the law shapes the world of art? In Art in Brief, a podcast for the Center for Art Law, Paris Sistilli and Andrea Konigs break down the biggest, most exciting questions about art, law, and art law - delving into everything from copyright disputes and contracts, to art theft, provenance, and intellectual property. Cover Art by Kira Kotler Design and Music by Roy Tabet, Edited by Paris Sistilli
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This podcast covers a range of compelling topics related to the intersection of law and art, including copyright disputes, contracts, art theft, provenance, and intellectual property rights. Episodes delve into specific case studies or famous legal battles in the art world, providing insightful commentary and analysis.

Have you ever wondered how the law shapes the world of art?
In Art in Brief, a podcast for the Center for Art Law, Paris Sistilli and Andrea Konigs break down the biggest, most exciting questions about art, law, and art law – delving into everything from copyright disputes and contracts, to art theft, provenance, and intellectual property.
Cover Art by Kira Kotler Design and Music by Roy Tabet, Edited by Paris Sistilli
For more information check out the Center for Art Law: https://itsartlaw.org/
In a world shaped by smartphones, smart glasses, and AI, what should be considered acceptable when images can be captured and shared so widely?
In 2015, Martha and Matthew Foster sued photographer Arne Svenson, who had spent the previous year taking photographs of them inside their home through their windows, without their knowledge. The court ultimately ruled in the photographer’s favor, citing his right to artistic expression.
In this episode of Art in Brief, Andrea and Paris are joined by Cathy Kaplan – lawyer, professor, and chair of the boards of the Yale art gallery and Aperture, as well as the Whitney photography committee – to discuss the questions this case raises about privacy, consent, artistic freedom, and commercial use.
Check out our Zurich Intensive: https://itsartlaw.org/events/art-x-law-intensive/

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