03-12-2003, 04:50 AM
I know, I was told it was meant to prevent art theft, but I've spoken with some of these artists, and they specifically don't want their image shown elsewhere, but I don't see any changes in sight. I have an e-mail sitting around from Karabiner if you would like to talk to me and see it.
Plus I don't know about anyone else, but I an about 3-4 other people I can think of can look at pics that were submitted and tell you in a few minutes if the person submitting them just stole them or something. Most japanese art is very distinctive, and ESPECIALLY in Karabiner's case his art is very recognizable.
It's a good idea essentially, but I think it just is justifying theft. With a little extra effort all those fake submissions could be stopped.
Plus I don't know about anyone else, but I an about 3-4 other people I can think of can look at pics that were submitted and tell you in a few minutes if the person submitting them just stole them or something. Most japanese art is very distinctive, and ESPECIALLY in Karabiner's case his art is very recognizable.
It's a good idea essentially, but I think it just is justifying theft. With a little extra effort all those fake submissions could be stopped.