Terms of Use

What is your Usage Policy for images on this site?

We are currently building a page of watermark free art and free web graphics that may be used for signatures, tags, banners, web sets, psp tubes, skins and any other web based needs. Check back soon or sign up to our news to get updates on this project.

Images from this site may not be reproduced or altered in any way. All images are watermarked for this reason. All images found at this site are copyrighted and belong to Bergsma Gallery Press.

Permission may be granted for various personal and small business projects or web galleries. Please look through our FAQ's below to see if your inquiry is listed. If your specific question is not answered, you may contact bergsma@bergsma.com to request special permissions.

If I buy a painting or product can I use it for my own product or reproduce it?

Modifying and reselling artwork in another form without written permission is illegal. Only Bergsma Gallery Press or our contracted licensees are authorized to modify and reproduce Jody's art. This "derivative works right" law protects the artist's ability to present her art as she intends.

Any Bergsma image may be altered for personal use. Any modified art may not be sold.

An item may be legally resold if in its original, non-modified form.

This no-modification policy also applies to the purchase of an original work.

If I buy an original painting, do I hold the rights to that image?

Jody Bergsma retains full ownership rights to any original art, even after it is sold. This is a standard practice throughout the art world. This means Bergsma Gallery Press may reproduce prints or products from that image in any form.

Do you have any free backgrounds / banners / etc?

We are currently adding this option to the website. Check back soon for more details.

Can I use Jody's art for a logo / business card / business stationery / etc?

Most likely, yes. Bergsma requires a fee depending upon the size of your company and / or application. Please contact lanette@bergsma.com for inquiries.

Can I use Jody's art to illustrate a book?

Only with special permission. Contact lanette@bergsma.com.

Can I use Jody's art for a school project?

Yes. Please include Jody's full name, "Jody Bergsma," on your presentation.

Can I use Jody's art to make a gift for someone?

Yes. Please feel free to make personal items as well.

Can I have one of Jody's images painted on my wall / car / etc?

Yes. If you need a high resolution file we will require a fee to cover employee time when you request it. You must include "original art by Jody Bergsma."

Can I use Jody's art for a tattoo?

Currently, we have a line of tattoos available through Bullseye Tattoo Co. If they do not offer the specific image you are looking for, you may use the art but will need a tattoo artist to create your line art / stencil. Colors may be altered for tattoo purposes. We love to see your Bergsma tattoos! Please send any pictures you like to graphics@bergsma.com. At some point, we will be creating a gallery of tattoos!

What if if find Jody's art misused elsewhere?

If you suspect that Jody's artwork is being reproduced or sold illegally, please contact lanette@bergsma.com. We appreciate your help!

Can you give me information about Copywriting?

For more information on copywriting, please visit http://www.copyright.gov