The Luxembourg court rules in favour of Singaporean photographer Jingna Zhang, securing a significant victory in her copyright dispute with artist Jeff Dieschburg. The ruling underscores the significance of obtaining consent before utilising creative works and debunks misunderstandings regarding copyright infringement.
After experiencing harassment and intimidation, Zhang’s triumph stands as an example for artists across the globe, reasserting their entitlements in the era of digital technology.
The most recent development involves Singaporean photographer Jingna Zhang emerging victorious in her copyright dispute with artist Jeff Dieschburg. Zhang has achieved a substantial triumph in this extensively reported litigation when the Luxembourg court rendered a verdict in her favour, upholding her ownership rights to the original artwork.
The shot in question, which was originally part of the Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam cover shoot in 2017, sparked a heated controversy when Zhang accused Dieschburg of copyright infringement.
According to Zhang, Dieschburg made a painting that closely matches her original photograph without her permission. The photographer noticed the likeness while the piece was being displayed at the Strassed Contemporary Biennial.
The case lasted two years, dragging Zhang into a web of intricate legal disputes. She faced numerous hurdles, including doxing, threats, and intimidation. Zhang, spurred by her determination to avoid exploitation and protect the rights of artists like herself, remained unmoved.
The most recent decision rendered by the district court of Luxembourg reversed an earlier judgement that had favoured Dieschburg. The court acknowledged the significance of obtaining consent before utilising creative works, regardless of their format or online accessibility.
Zhang’s success resonates throughout the artistic community, debunking any belief that substituting a different medium constitutes a complete transformation and exempts individuals from copyright responsibilities.
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Zhang took to X (formerly Twitter) following the verdict to convey her appreciation to the Luxembourg judicial system. She expressed gratitude on Twitter to Luxembourg and its judicial system for safeguarding an individual’s copyright, particularly in the age of artificial intelligence when our rights appear to be eroding rapidly. “Also, I would like to thank my attorney Vincent Wellens and his team at NautaDutilh for their efforts to defend the rights of artists.”
“The extraordinary generosity of the people of Luxembourg and everyone in the world is for which I am extremely appreciative. She added, “Your support and assistance meant a great deal to me when my world was falling apart.”
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