Thread: Can you make a 3D model of a copyrighted item?
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Re: Can you make a 3D model of a copyrighted item?
2 years ago, we had a nissan 350z in out animation, but we just left the writing off the hood ornament. Another year we had a toolchest with the craftsman label backwards. Another year we had a "Mountain Moo" soda can. Never caught any flak for it.
I have always understood that as long as you don't slander the product/company, it is alright. Really, if i were a company, and some kids put my product in an animation, i would be glad for the free advertising. I've never heard of anybody getting in trouble for product placement.