3 Steps to Legally Use Copyrighted Materials

When using other people's copyrighted material it is important to make sure that you are doing so legally. Here are three simple steps to ensure that you are doing so legally:

1. Find out who the original owner of the material is. If the owner did not publish the piece, the publisher should be able to connect you to the originator.

2. Contact the owner of the material (preferably via email or written letter) so that you can obtain the consent to use his or her material in written words to prove consent. Explain how you intend to use their work.

3. Provide credit to the original owner in a segment of your work to let others know that the material was used from someone else.

For more information: http://www.ehow.com/how_6703151_legally-use-copyrighted-materials.html

Salvador Dali Museum

When I arrived at the Dali museum, I expected to see a bunch of crazy paintings that would do noting but confuse me. Little did I know just how inspirational the works were. When standing in front of the huge masterpieces it truly stimulates the creativity inside. One painting in particular that is simply mind-blowing is Gala Contemplating the Mediterranean Sea which at Twenty Meters becomes a Portrait of Abraham Lincoln. The painting is so intricate as it displays a picture of a woman within a bigger picture of Abe Lincoln. Just imagining how much hard work and time went into creating the piece can give someone a new appreciation and perspective on art that they never had. In terms of inspiring people in the advertising field, I think taking a step back from all of the stress in the workplace to come visit the museum could definitely do wonders. Just recently, the museum added 12 works of Salvador Dali’s from Madrid to their collection. This would be the perfect time for someone who has never been to the Museum to go check it out and see what kinds of creations such an artist could make. I would recommend a visit to the Dali Museum to anyone, but especially those looking for inspiration or who appreciate art.

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My name is Pete Campanella. I am a senior at the University of Tampa, majoring in Advertising and Public Relations. My work experience started at a young age, when I began working for my family’s restaurant business. Since then I have learned to appreciate hard work and applying oneself. Since moving up in the business I have developed management skills and acquired a sense of how to run a business. I strongly believe in individuals “bringing to the table” especially when working together as a team. I look forward to applying the knowledge I’ve gained in school to a job, hopefully one in the restaurant business.

About Me

Welcome all! My name is Pete Campanella and I am a student at the University of Tampa studying Advertising & Public Relations. I will be receiving my BA in May of 2013. Some skills I possess include proficiency in Adobe softwares: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. I am also proficient in Microsoft Word and Powerpoint. I have focused my professional skills on creating pieces that reflect my competency in these programs. Some of my works can be found right here on my homepage.