So am I understanding it correctly that to even use the reference videos you guys provided from Megapixl we need to pay a minimum of a $135 monthly subscription to be able to download more than one video to use in Blender for a reference?
You’re correct that accessing the full-quality videos from Megapixl requires a subscription. As course publishers, we’ve paid for the necessary licenses to use these videos in our educational content. This is an essential step in respecting copyright laws and supporting content creators.
For your personal projects, the situation is different. While we can’t advise on using copyrighted material without proper licensing, there are several legitimate options you might consider:
1. Many websites offer free stock videos and images for personal use. Websites like Pexels, Pixabay, or Unsplash could be good resources.
2. Some platforms provide lower resolution or watermarked versions of their content for free. These are often intended for testing or previewing purposes.
3. If you find a video or image you’d like to use, always check the licensing terms. Some creators offer their work under Creative Commons licenses, which may allow free use with attribution.
4. For learning purposes, you can often practice techniques by viewing reference materials without downloading them.
Remember, respecting copyright is crucial, even for personal projects. It’s always best to use properly licensed materials or create your own. This not only ensures you’re working ethically but also helps you develop original skills that are valuable in professional settings.
Okay, just wasn’t sure if I was missing something and we were supposed to have the material with the class or if we needed to pay to use the same reference that’s being used in this video. Thank you!
So am I understanding it correctly that to even use the reference videos you guys provided from Megapixl we need to pay a minimum of a $135 monthly subscription to be able to download more than one video to use in Blender for a reference?
You’re correct that accessing the full-quality videos from Megapixl requires a subscription. As course publishers, we’ve paid for the necessary licenses to use these videos in our educational content. This is an essential step in respecting copyright laws and supporting content creators.
For your personal projects, the situation is different. While we can’t advise on using copyrighted material without proper licensing, there are several legitimate options you might consider:
1. Many websites offer free stock videos and images for personal use. Websites like Pexels, Pixabay, or Unsplash could be good resources.
2. Some platforms provide lower resolution or watermarked versions of their content for free. These are often intended for testing or previewing purposes.
3. If you find a video or image you’d like to use, always check the licensing terms. Some creators offer their work under Creative Commons licenses, which may allow free use with attribution.
4. For learning purposes, you can often practice techniques by viewing reference materials without downloading them.
Remember, respecting copyright is crucial, even for personal projects. It’s always best to use properly licensed materials or create your own. This not only ensures you’re working ethically but also helps you develop original skills that are valuable in professional settings.
Okay, just wasn’t sure if I was missing something and we were supposed to have the material with the class or if we needed to pay to use the same reference that’s being used in this video. Thank you!