Draft for owner review · November 6, 2026

Original work matters. This artwork and intellectual property policy explains what you may submit for a project, what you receive when you buy a piece, and how design rights are handled.

Artwork you provide

Please submit only artwork, photographs, logos, lettering, and other materials that you own or have permission to use for the proposed project. Permission must cover the intended reproduction and commercial use—not simply possession of an image or a personal-use download. You retain ownership of your materials and authorize me to use them only as needed to quote, design, produce, and fulfill the agreed project.

I may ask for written permission or licensing details before accepting a request. Sending artwork does not guarantee that I can reproduce it. Both parties remain responsible for their own conduct; this policy does not eliminate anyone’s legal obligations.

Characters, teams, brands, and fan-inspired requests

Names, logos, characters, and other protected material belong to their respective owners. A reference to a brand does not imply sponsorship, affiliation, or endorsement. Calling a piece “fan art,” “inspired by,” or “unofficial” does not by itself create permission to make or sell it. Projects using third-party material must have appropriate authorization or another applicable legal basis, assessed for the specific use.

Buying a piece versus owning its copyright

Buying a physical item gives you ownership of that item. It does not automatically transfer copyright, design files, or permission to reproduce the artwork for resale. Unless a written agreement says otherwise, I retain rights in my original creative contributions. Customer-owned and third-party material remains with its respective owner.

Design services and file delivery

Before work begins, the written quote should identify the deliverables, intended uses, and any license included in the price. Editable files, vector artwork, layered files, unused concepts, sketches, and production files are included only when specifically listed. Do not assume that purchasing a finished item includes its source files.

Licenses and copyright transfers

If you need reproduction rights, exclusive use, or a copyright transfer, discuss that before the project starts. The scope, payment, permitted uses, and any exclusions must be documented. A copyright assignment requires a written agreement signed by the rights owner and takes effect under that agreement’s conditions. I can transfer only rights I own; third-party licenses and customer-owned materials are not expanded by the transfer.

Portfolio use and confidentiality

I may ask to photograph and share finished work in my portfolio or on social media, subject to the rights involved and any agreed restrictions. Please flag confidential projects, gifts, and launch dates before work begins. Identifying customer details, submitted photos, and reviews will be used with permission. If copyright is transferred, any continuing portfolio license must be expressly reserved in the written agreement.

Requests I cannot fulfill

I may decline or pause a project if rights are unclear or the requested content is unsuitable. If a concern arises after payment, I will explain it and discuss an authorized alternative or cancellation. Any charge for completed work or committed materials must follow the agreed order terms and applicable law; this policy does not make every payment automatically nonrefundable.

Use of this website’s work

My original artwork, photographs, graphics, and text are protected by applicable intellectual property law. Please request permission before copying, adapting, selling, or using them as production templates. This does not restrict uses that the law permits. Sharing a link to the site is welcome.

Questions or rights concerns

Email adamgreendesign@gmail.com with the relevant page or item, a description of your concern, and information about the rights involved. I will review the issue and respond as appropriate.

Before launch — owner review: Confirm permissions for any third-party artwork shown or offered for sale, and put the license or assignment terms for design services into the written project agreement.