Required Reading:
“If the Copy is an Artwork, then What’s the Original?” by Randy Kennedy
Should Jim Krantz receive recognition for his photographs? If so, how? Money or credit line on title of artwork?
Photo and reading material will be sent via uploads
Mr. Krantz states, “If imitation is a form of flattery, then I will accept the compliment.” At what point is imitation plagiarism? Are Richard Prince’s works misleading to the public?
Mr. Prince is a fine art photographer. Mr. Krantz is a commercial photographer and fine art photographer. What is the difference and why do we make such distinctions?