Daz3d and Confused
Well, in case anybody needs some crappy, ripped-off 3d models, I give you daz3d. These guys are the digital equivalent of a shady looking dude in a trench coat selling “genuine rolexes.” If you just want a knock-off that looks okay (provided nobody looks too close!) and don’t care if it breaks, go for it! It’s your money.
Oh sure, if you report a violation they might decide to remove it, but the fact that their forums require a login helps them hide the fact that they offer infringing artwork in the first place.
If you’re a hardworking CG artist or studio who doesn’t appreciate opportunistic bastards stealing your ideas and selling them at Wal-Mart prices, check their site out and get a copyright lawyer if you find anything that’s yours. If you just find this behavior reprehensible, feel free to let them know:
DAZ Productions, Inc.
12637 South 265 West #300, Draper, UT 84020
(here’s a map in case you want to drop by in person)
800-267-5170
801-495-1777
June 26th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
good to know! i’ll let my students know!