I hired an artist to create several models for me. Now that those models are complete...
Who retains the rights to the models? What (if any) limitations do I have with respect to the models? For example, can I sell the STL? Can I sell 3D prints of the models?
The final work is a multi-part piece that was designed jointly by an artist here and myself. I have posted a couple of pictures of the piece to social media and numerous people have expressed interest in either the STL files or a fully printed piece. I just want to make sure, from both a legal and moral aspect, that I am good. Or, what I may need to do in order to move forward.
Thanks!
It should be a part of the deal to decide who owns commercial rights, you or designer. If you both contributed to the model creation, then it's probably possible to co-own it, but you both have to agree to that. Without agreement, i think designer retains commercial rights by default.
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Detailed information about projects terms of use is explained in this link https://www.cgtrader.com/pages/3d-projects-agreement. In general, both parties have to come to agreement before starting a project. Client must clearly state, what he/she is planning to do with model, and, if desired, all rights may belong to him/her.
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