When a work by a living artist is acquired by a museum, what copyright
does he maintain by virtue of being the creator (if any) - assuming he
hasn't assigned these?

In lay man's terms what does it mean for an artist to assign (give up) all
copyright to a museum?

Is this an issue of whose names goes on the credit or receives any funds
(should they exist), or is there a greater issue here.

I am working with an artist who is asking for a basic definition of
"ownership of copyright". I would like a clear idea also since the whole
issue of copyright is so confusing .

I would appreciate any help. If it would be better to discuss this, I
would be happy to call for information. My number is 405.325.3272 and my
e-mail is [log in to unmask]
Many thanks.


Gail Kana Anderson
Assistant Director/Curator of Collections