Studio Visit with Mixed-Media Collage Artist Agata Rek |

[@patriciacrea1186]

Hi Agata, thank you so much for sharing a view of your studio, which is very inspiring :) I'm new to collage, and was wondering how to deal with the copyrights of the photos we want to use from magazines for instance. Thank you for your help

[@agatarek_official]

Thanks for the question! I appreciate your patience since I mainly use Instagram and don’t visit the comments section on KZbin often. When using and modifying photos from recycled magazines for my collage artwork, it usually falls under fair use, especially if the work is transformative. I try to significantly alter the images or combine them uniquely. I also look for images under Creative Commons (CC) licenses, which allow modifications. Although, after reading a lot of articles, it seems there’s no guarantee-it’s uncertain and depends on individual cases and context, so we never really know what's good or bad. Please keep in mind I’m not a lawyer; I’m just sharing what I’ve read. Hope this helps! Best wishes,
Agata

[@patriciacrea1186]

@@agatarek_official Thank you Agata for answering me 🙏🏻 🥰

[@Dr.Wolfstar]

yaaaaaaay! my fav modern artist is baaaaaaack!

[@agatarek_official]

Blushing. Thank you

[@anget3039]

Pięknie Ci dziękuję, że zabrałaś mnie do swojego świata - do swojego studio, gdzie tworzysz. Jesteś niezwykle inspirująca, a zarazem skromna 😊 🥰

[@agatarek_official]

Pięknie dziękuję za Twoje słowa...ze skromnością muszę jednak przyznać, że trochę walczę. W tych czasach trzeba być odważnym i z pewnością siebie prezentować swoje osiągnięcia aby nas dostrzeżono...uczę się, choć jest to spore wyzwanie. Przytulam mocno ♥

[@hopemastroianni5027]

Very creative collages

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Shorts1949-z]

The double 8x10 metal frame with glass made me nostalgic for my father's picture frame shop where i spent many days as a child over 80 years ago. Thanks for the tour.

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you for sharing your story ♥️

[@gusstorress]

Thanks for sharing Agata!

[@agatarek_official]

sending lots of love.

[@joycescott4633]

Stunning work! Thanks for sharing.

[@agatarek_official]

thank you kindly

[@stephaniemacomber3850]

I LOVE that watercolor set! I have a hard time replacing it.

[@agatarek_official]

It's so good!

[@Dennysmoratto]

Really great.

[@agatarek_official]

it means a lot, thank you

[@lorraineerickson4311]

Thank you so much for your electrifying video of your creative space. I am very organized as well and cannot create in a disaster. Your work is breathtakingly original. I kept wanting to see more and more. My heart was beating faster the entire time I watched your video. I came across your video quite by chance. I’m just now beginning to immerse myself into art creations. I love specifically abstract acrylics and other mixed media collage. I’m 67 but I’m burning up inside wanting to create and express myself. Thank you again. I will keep an eye out for whatever you send out.

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you for you endless support, I am genuinely touched. There is never too late, please create 🙌🏼♥️ sending it’s of love

[@weareallstardust1859]

Hi there Agata, I'm Kristine, and I'm thrilled to have stumbled upon your video today!! I had to reach out when I heard that you moved from Tampa to Portland not too long ago. I made the same move from Hutchinson Island which is across from Tampa on the East coast of Florida in 2010. I was working as an Interior Designer in Vero Beach, and was just sick to death of doing traditional beach homes for snowbirds to retire in and I don't think I could have found anywhere in the US that was more of a change than PDX, haha!!! Honestly, being a rather quirky, introverted artist weirdo, it's not always that easy for me to make friends, and I miss the camaraderie I had with the other artists in college. So, when I'm working sometimes I turn on videos like this for background noise and occasionally I'll even see a technique that I'd like to try out (no plagiarism though, I assure you) but I thought I'd take a little break and reach out to you. If you ever spend any time in Southeast Portland, I'm in the Lents/Foster-Powell area, maybe we could have coffee sometime if you're up for it? Sorry, I'm not sure about you, I'm wary of trying to meet people via the net (most seem to be men looking for a date) so, I do completely understand if I don't get a response from this comment, but I have signed up for your email list and I'll reach out either on your site or your IG. I really love your work, I think maybe the high fashion references were the thing that really inspired me to say hello, because lately I've been creating more "wearable art" than "wall art." Add to that a passion for photography and well, we have an inordinate amount in common, haha! Anyway, my pleasure to make your acquaintance, but it's time to get back to work! Be well, Kristine.

[@agatarek_official]

Hi Kristine, It's very nice to meet you. I apologize for the late reply. I mainly use Instagram, and KZbin is just an additional platform where I share content. What a nice story-thank you for sharing. Please contact me via Instagram and send me a direct message there to let me know it's you, so I can follow you back, and support you with your art. Hopefully, we'll get to connect more. Once again, thank you for your patience and have an amazing day.

[@Dr.Wolfstar]

I love your style. I am super inspired

[@agatarek_official]

It means a lot. Thank you for your kind words.

[@clc3897]

First time I discovered Yarka I was purchasing supplies for my art classroom. The moment I opened them I was transported back in time to when I was a little kid back in Romania painting my little watercolors. They have a specific scent that stayed in my memory for decades. Where did you find that new set? I need to get me a professional set since I only have the ones we use in my class.

[@My_Secret_Sketchbook999]

Wow u are from Romania? 😊

[@clc3897]

@@My_Secret_Sketchbook999 I am! Came to US in 1985.

[@agatarek_official]

Yes! 🫶🏼🙌🏼

[@MicheleEngel]

Coincidentally, I was going through my pencil collection tonight to do some swatching, and I found three Koh-I-Noor soft pastel pencils. They are great! Thank you for the tour. I love your work!

[@agatarek_official]

awww, so nice to hear!!! Thank you for watching. Sending best wishes, a.

[@diegoinjapan]

Very very cool! im amazed how many collages you have lying around!! I also live your Avedon collection, he is a master!

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you so much! ♥️

[@susanfield2444]

Wonderfully presented. Thank you

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you kindly ♥️

[@karenkaren9526]

Great studio. Great work. 💚💜💙

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you kindly ♥️

[@elenoredanielsson6771]

So inspiring❣️Nice idea with the folder system cart😀 And your instagram😍

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you! It makes me very happy to read that

[@earthrider700]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@agatarek_official]

♥️

[@AshleyMurphyArt]

Oh my goodness, I can’t believe he talked to you!!!!

[@jaynapodgorski8561]

Hi Agata, i have just found your work. So interesting, and unique. Love it. Also enjoyed your studio tour. Love your passion and excitement. I am an artist. Love mixed media, collage, gel printing and so much more. Can't stick to just one thing 😁🙄 My father came to Australia from Poland when he and his family were liberated from a concentration camp during the second world war. Their farm had been taken, so they had to move somewhere. I would like to visit Poland one day. Wishing you well x Jayna Podgorski ♥️🇦🇺🦘

[@agatarek_official]

Hello Jayna, It's a pleasure to meet you. Thank you for your kind words; they mean a lot to me. I also appreciate you sharing your family story-I'm truly touched by it. I would love to see your work. I'll try to find you on Instagram, or if you could share it with us (links), we'd all love to explore it. I believe that experimenting with various tools is essential as it allows us to continuously evolve our skills, enriching our artistic expression. Sending lots of love and best wishes with your creative endeavors, Agata

[@lukskywok]

❤❤❤

[@anna0735]

I'm a new collage artist. I love your work so much!! I have a question, how can you protect your collage work from dust? I'm struggling with this because I have a limited space and I don't know how to protect my work from collecting dust.. it's a silly question, but I thought I would ask it anyways... have a lovely day!

[@agatarek_official]

Hi Anna, I am very happy you are trying the collage! It's a very good question. I store my art in drawers and that works fine, but you can also purchase foil sleeves in the size you prefer to protect your art against dust. I have no particular brand, but usually, it's sold in bulk. I hope this helped. with love, Agata

[@nicolamorris5474]

I love your work but I have a serious question. If you are using magazine and book photographs for your beautiful work how do you get over the problem of copyright?

[@kokoslores9666]

This question was asked before - she doesn't answer it. To my knowing you have to alter images from others to the point where you can't recognize them any more. Otherwise you have to ask the owner or you have to pay. Thats the reason why I am using my own photographs. But I think Agata works for different magazines or commercial companies? I'm not sure.

[@nicolamorris5474]

@@kokoslores9666 thank you for your reply, I think I will also stick to my own photos too. Better safe than sorry.

[@agatarek_official]

Thank you for your kind words, Nicola! Regarding your question about using magazine and book photographs in my work, it's important to be mindful of copyright laws. Generally, I ensure to transform the images significantly, altering their context and meaning, which can help fall under fair use. You can also search for CC images (Creative Commons/ free to use). It's a complex area, more by feeling than accurate rule which is always a struggle… Ps: My apologies for the late response. I am not often on KZbin as I create occasionally, and my main social media platform is Instagram, where I am active every day, and read DM more often 🙌🏼

[@nicolamorris5474]

@@agatarek_official thank you for getting back, I shall do some research as well.

[@minihoney13]

Which paper is used to create the collages on, please?

[@agatarek_official]

Hi, I use just regular Bristol 100lb “, I hope this helps ♥️

[@wellersong7]

Hi I’m hoping this KZbinr can illuminate in the copyright issue. Are the collage content elements your own photography or the work of others. I’m really confused

[@agatarek_official]

Hi, Generally, I ensure to transform the images significantly, altering their context and meaning, which can help fall under fair use. I also search for CC images (Creative Commons, free to use). It's a complex area, quite confusing for everyone, with no exact rules unfortunately… I hope this helps, have an amazing day ♥️