TM Express™
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Here's what Microsoft has to say:
"What uses of photos, clip art, and font images are prohibited?
Although these examples do not represent an exhaustive list, you are not permitted to do any of the following with the photos, clip art, font images etc. (“Media Elements”) in the Software Product:
You may not sell, license or distribute copies of the Media Elements on a stand-alone basis or as part of any collection, product or service where the primary value of the product or service are the Media Elements.
You may not use or distribute any of the Media Elements that include representations of identifiable individuals, governments, logos, initials, emblems, trademarks, or entities for any commercial purposes or to express or imply any endorsement or association with any product, service, entity, or activity.
You may not create obscene or scandalous works, as defined by federal law at the time the work is created, using the Media Elements.
You must indemnify, hold harmless, and defend Microsoft from and against any claims or lawsuits, including attorneys’ fees, that arise from or result from the use or distribution of Media Elements as modified by you.
You must include a valid copyright notice on your products and services that include copies of the Media Elements.
You may not permit third parties to distribute copies of the Media Elements except as part of your product or service."
It'd probably be best & easiest to have a design created from scratch. Make sure it's legally available in respect to trademarks and if it is, you can then decide if you want to file for a trademark. I posted some handy links for you.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures! |
BoredBookworm
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Yup, without question. (Good instincts!) You would be better off trying to draw your own angel and scanning the image to make your own "clip art" -- but don't do anything silly like tracing or side-by-side drawing with the copyrighted one! You could also contact Microsoft about licensing the use of their image, but they don't have a reputation as sweethearts when it comes to sharing or playing nice with others. Good luck. |
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