Is there a particular procedure for obtaining permission from the copyright owner?
There is no “right way” to contact an owner, but some owners have preferred or required procedures for permission requests. Failure to follow these procedures may lead to a delayed response or no response at all, so follow all instructions and use permission request forms where provided. If there is no prescribed method, specifically describe your proposed use (who will be using or viewing the work, how you plan on using the work, whether you want to use the entire work or only a portion of it, etc.); agree to identify and acknowledge the owner in whatever manner the owner prefers; and specify the amount of time for which you would like to use the work. Keep copies of your requests for permission, maintain detailed records of your attempts to secure permission, and save all responses from owners. If you choose to retain the services of a third party vendor permissions clearinghouse, the logistics of how to apply for permission will be handled by the clearinghouse.
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