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If one were to take an artistic photograph of a retro Nike sneaker, and then sell that photo, would there be a legal obligation to Nike? (alien.top)

submitted 1 year ago by RelationshipTight516@alien.top to c/photography@viewfinder.pro

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Is selling a photo of a retro product (which continues to be a brand name today) a type of infringement?

The photo would be sold as wall art, and not for marketing a product.

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[–] usagizero@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

sold as wall art, and not for marketing a product.

The wall art is the product though. As another comment said, it depends on if this a limited edition 'fine art' type thing, or mass produced unlimited.

Honestly though, if you are serious about doing this, just talk to a lawyer who specializes in media law in your state. It's just better to know before you get into a losing battle if they decide to come after you.

[–] Darth_Andeddeu@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Really it will come down to technique, materials used, composition etc...

What condition is the shoe in, have you edited it to ad any trademark text logo not on the shoe. Is it a copy of one of their early ads etc.