pailhead

I've modelled a whole bunch of light fixtures, and combined them with specific .ies files. I've put a lot of effort into some of which ended up being hidden behind certain elements or completely scrapped. When I do a lot of modeling for a project, i usually end up putting those models on turbosquid. I would like to do this with these fixtures, as i would hate to see all my effort go in vain, and as i think that someone might find these models useful.

Now the thing that i'm worried about is the copyright issue. I'm not really sure how it works, i guess the .ies files that have been created by someone else should not be included, but can i sell the actual models and mark them as specific realworld light fixtures? Could i list all the manufacturers and all the models in the product description and say that .ies files are available for all of them?

How does it work, or better yet, how can i make it work?

innerdream

I'm pretty sure you can't name the original maker or designer without some sort of copyright problem. I don't know anything about the IES stuff but I'm betting you can't include that either. Copyright laws are very tight in favor of the creator.

You can say stuff like "This fixture was very popular in the 80's and used in many office projects." Blah blah. You gotta be very careful.

pailhead

How does it work when people are selling models of cars, guns and similar subjects?

innerdream

My best guess is it's not legal. I would also guess that the owners of the copyright probably don't think it's a big enough issue to bother with and that it's free advertising. That doesn't make it legal though.

nicnic

I really wouldn't worry about it. Your models are artists interpretations of a real piece. Just say they are inspired or based on *model* name. Or just call it 'Contemporary Light' fixtures.

However I wouldnt be including the IES files unless you have made them yourself. Include spot lights and have links to the commercial free IES files