Copyright & Intellectual Property Notice
Last updated: 17.04.2026
All content on this website, including but not limited to artwork, paintings, drawings, photography, digital images, prints, commissioned works, designs, text, and branding, is the original work of Elise Gemmell, trading as Elise Gemmell Studio, and is protected by copyright laws in New Zealand and internationally.
Ownership of Copyright
Under the New Zealand Copyright Act 1994 and applicable international copyright laws and treaties, all intellectual property rights in the works displayed and sold on this website remain the exclusive property of Elise Gemmell unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing. Copyright is automatically assigned upon creation and does not require registration.
Permitted Use
You may:
View, share, and display images from this website for personal, non-commercial use only
Share content on social media provided full credit is clearly given to Elise Gemmell Studio and no alterations are made
Prohibited Use
You may not, without prior written permission:
Copy, reproduce, trace, modify, edit, or create derivative works from any artwork or photograph
Use any images for commercial purposes, including resale, marketing, or promotion
Mint, sell, or distribute digital versions (including NFTs or similar technologies)
Remove watermarks or claim the work as your own
Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of any work may result in legal action.
Commissioned Works
All commissioned artwork and photography remain the intellectual property of Elise Gemmell unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing. Upon full payment, the client receives ownership of the physical artwork (if applicable) only.
The artist retains full copyright, including the right to:
Reproduce the work as prints or merchandise
Share the work for portfolio, marketing, and promotional purposes
Publish the work on websites, social media, and other platforms
Clients may not reproduce or commercially use commissioned works without written permission.
Art Prints
All art prints are reproductions of original works and are sold for personal use only. Purchasing a print does not transfer copyright or reproduction rights.
Moral Rights
Elise Gemmell retains moral rights in all works, including the right to be credited as the creator and to object to any derogatory treatment of the work.
International Protection
This copyright notice applies worldwide under international copyright agreements, including but not limited to the Berne Convention. All rights are reserved globally.
Enforcement
Any breach of this policy may result in legal action, including claims for damages, injunctions, and recovery of legal costs.
Contact
For licensing requests, permissions, or copyright enquiries, please contact:
gemmellelise@gmail.com
By accessing this website, you agree to comply with the terms outlined in this Copyright & Intellectual Property Notice.