The Artists' Rights Society

The Artists' Rights Society (ARS) is a nonprofit organization that helps protect and manage the intellectual property rights of visual artists. It ensures that artists receive proper recognition and compensation when their works are reproduced, displayed, or used commercially. ARS licenses the copyrights of its member artists and enforces their rights internationally, preventing unauthorized use. Essentially, it serves as an intermediary that helps artists control how their work is used and ensures they are fairly compensated for its usage.