As a few of you may have noticed, most of my pics that I had posted are gone.

This would be because I actually read the Submission Agreement for DevArt, for the first time.

I regret waiting so long, and for trusting in the reassurance of others.

This isn't some bold proclamation that DA is trying to rip everyone off. This is me, making a decision, based on what I know.

What I know is that the Submission Agreement does not offer enough protection, in my opinion, to those who would post art here.

Now I know, I've heard from a few folks already, its stated that way so that DA can make thumbnails and distribute the art on the web site. I even understand that it would be only fair to let them advertise with the art posted here, for the privelege of having it posted.

But I find the wording too broad, lacking any limitation to using art posted here in those capacities.

It's not that I believe DA will do that. In fact, I would think them the biggest of fools to try. My problem, is that they want me to say its OK.

Or more simply: It's not that I think they will steal art, but that they can. And if you agree to the Submission Agreement, its not theft anyhow. And I won't say that.

Unfortunately, for me, DA is probably the best site around for posting art and viewing it on the net. So, I won't be completely gone from here either. But I certainly won't post more than scraps or very low-end art.

Good Luck all.