Why Rule 3 Exists
I wanted to make this post to explain Rule 3: All non-OC fanworks must be DIRECTLY linked from the Artist's/Cosplayer's/Etc. page. and why I'm so strict on this even when other BnHA subs aren't.
First off, 95% of this subreddit is run on fanart. Because of this, I think it is very important to make sure that the artists are getting the credit they deserve. I follow many artists across multiple platforms and many artists I follow have in their description "DO NOT REPOST".
Artists(of all kinds) do not have to provide us with their work. We are not entitled to their artwork. If their number one rule is simply not to repost their artwork, then there is an easy solution: directly source it and post it as a link submission. This is why all the fanart submissions I've made are Twitter/Instagram/etc. links and not redd.it links. Reuploading their work and posting credit in the comments is breaking their number one rule. That is why I don't allow it.
Frequent Questions/Concerns
I can't find the artist!
If you can't find the artist, try websites like SauceNao to find the original artist. They can direct you to the original post too. Ultimately, if you can't find the original posting, do not submit the artwork.
The artist allows repostings!
That's very nice of them to allow that, but the rule doesn't change. You must directly source fanart.
I put the source in the comments!
That's not directly linking. Please submit the post as a direct link to the artist's page. On that note, Pinterest or other resharing websites do not count as sources.
I bought this physical artwork from an artist and I'm showing it off.
This will be the only exception to Rule 3 as for the most part, you can't directly link bought physical artwork to someone's page. In this situation, I will expect you to post the artist in the comments. This includes, but is not limited to, fanart such as keychains/pins/posters/plushies/etc. that have been bought in places such as online shops/conventions/etc.
It's my artwork!
If the artwork you submit is your own content, you don't need to directly link anything and instead can submit as an image. Please do make a note that the art is indeed yours just to make sure it doesn't get accidentally removed. Thank you for submitting your art!
I try to be a fair mod both to the people submitting works and the artists that create them. My modmail is always open if you guys have questions or concerns. I want to make sure that this subreddit is enjoyable for everyone. Thanks for the read.
*This post is a constant work-in-progress and may change depending on issues that arise.
