Copyright Images.....

[Lee]

Here you go, it's on page 4-5 (in case it defaults to the first page)

http://62.128.151.219/A1qgzy/PrintwearJ ... n.co.uk%2F

Thanks Kaz - so if I've read this correctly, if you abide by the rules, anyone can print royal souvenirs!

I still wonder if anyone can use Mr Men for example, because they are everywhere, and you would think they would be able to chase these guys down quite easily... oh well, it wouldnt hurt to enquire..

[John G]

TPM, No you cannot print "Mr Men" merchandise legally without a licence- its copyright. You can take the chance and print them illegally but this isn't recommended and it will be on your head if caught.

[Lee]

John - I understand that, I guess what Im saying it that there are loads of people doing it and I'm guessing they all havent got authority tp do so...but why aren't they caught easily - afterall, a quick search would reveal those printing illegally... that's what I can't understand...

[Kaz]

Copyright holders haven't caught up with them all yet

[AdamB]

TPM, it boils down to this mate basically.

The rules and regulations are there, it's your choice if you wish to abide by them or look over your shoulder as you are abusing them.

Many people do flaunt this (doing illegal prints etc) but it's their choice. By doing something illegal you not only run the risk of being found out but also the risk of others providing the same (illegal) images shopping you so they can take the business - and you cannot do anything about it!

Surely the risks outweigh any gains?

[John G]

Put it this way - we've all went a little too fast on a motorway, but we all didn't get points, on out licence, doing it.

Some will get caught, some will get away with it - its up to the rights holder to track these's peeps down and prosecute.

[Lee]

I agree with both - and believe me its not something Im contemplating! It just seems like such an obvious flaunt of the rules, that any search reveals 4 or 5 major players that are selling these products, I would have thought they would be clamped down on straight away... I could understand alot of smaller co's slipping under the radar though.....was just pointing it out

[Kaz]

Maybe the major players that you mention have got permission to use the images?

[Lee]

maybe - Id really like to know if the cost of the licence was worth the revenue - I guess thats the million dollar question!

[AdamB]

Why not enquire?

As an example, this is the link for enquiring about a disney licence:

https://www.disneyconsumerproducts.com/ ... e&region=0

Note the text at the top though:

The Walt Disney Company is committed to the promotion and maintenance of responsible international labor practices in its licensing and direct sourcing operations throughout the world. Contracted Disney licensees are responsible for adhering to the same practices. For more information on this program, visit our corporate website.
How to Submit a Proposal
Disney licensees should meet the following requirements:
1) Your company must have a minimum of five years experience in manufacturing and distribution.
2) Your company must be a manufacturer, NOT a middleman or distributor.
3) Your company must have five years prior experience in the product category being proposed.
Please note: Meeting these qualifications in no way implies or guarantees that you will be granted a Disney license.