International Perspectives on Disability Exceptions in Copyright Law and the Visual Arts: Feeling Art

This book provides an overview of disability exceptions to copyright infringement and the international and human rights legal framework for disability rights and exceptions. It focuses on visual art, 3D printing, and sensory art projects, and adopts an interdisciplinary approach to analyze the current legal landscape and identify areas for reform to facilitate international harmonization and enhanced inclusivity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book offers a thorough exploration of disability exceptions to copyright infringement and the international and human rights legal framework that supports disability rights and exceptions. While the book primarily focuses on the application of these exceptions to visual art, it provides a comprehensive study of copyright disability exceptions in their own right and the broader international and human rights law framework in which they exist.

In recent years, 3D printing has revolutionized the way people with visual impairments experience art. By enabling them to touch and feel 3D reproductions of paintings, drawings, and photographs, 3D printing has opened up a new realm of artistic expression and engagement. However, the uncertain application of existing disability exceptions to these reproductions has raised concerns about legal risk, potentially hindering sensory art projects and reducing inclusivity and equity in cultural engagement for individuals with visual impairments.

To address these challenges, this book adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing contributions from diverse stakeholders, including persons with disabilities, cultural institutions, and the 3D printing industry. The book begins by sketching the landscape of sensory art projects, providing a foundation for the subsequent critical analysis of the legal framework surrounding disability access to works of visual art at both international and regional levels. Experts in intellectual property, human rights, disability, and art law then delve into the current legal landscape, examining the laws and regulations in a broad representative sample of national jurisdictions. Through this comparative analysis, the book aims to provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of the applicable legal landscape, the legal risks and opportunities associated with sensory art, and the potential for reform and best practice guidelines.

The overarching goal of this comparative analysis is to facilitate international harmonization of the law and enhanced inclusivity for individuals with disabilities. By identifying areas where legal reform is necessary, the book aims to provide valuable insights and guidance to policymakers, artists, cultural institutions, and other stakeholders involved in sensory art projects. It serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complex legal landscape and promote greater accessibility and inclusivity in the arts.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367553463