The Artist's Monopoly

The Artist's Monopoly is an economic concept where artists or creators have exclusive rights—in effect, a temporary monopoly—over their work through copyright laws. This grants them control over reproduction, distribution, and display, allowing them to profit while incentivizing creative effort. While this monopoly can lead to higher earnings for artists, it can also restrict public access and limit how others build upon existing works. Over time, these rights eventually expire, after which the work enters the public domain, allowing unrestricted use by everyone.