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The Copyright Contract For Artists is essential for professional artists operating in Malaysia who wish to formally license or transfer their copyright interests while maintaining appropriate control over their creative works. This document is structured in accordance with Malaysian copyright law, particularly the Copyright Act 1987, and provides a comprehensive framework for protecting artists' intellectual property rights while facilitating commercial exploitation of their works. It becomes necessary when artists enter into professional relationships with galleries, publishers, or other entities that wish to reproduce, distribute, or display their artwork. The contract addresses crucial aspects such as scope of rights granted, territory, duration, compensation, and attribution requirements, while ensuring compliance with both local and international copyright conventions to which Malaysia is a signatory.
