Hi all. The file SchapelleCorbyInCell.jpg which is used in article [[Schapelle Corby]] has been flagged for removal. I am surprised at this as it had previously been tagged with "non-free permission to use".
I was the one who obtained permission to use this image (and two others) from Mercedes Corby, Schapelle's sister. I had intended to get the status of the images clarified but I must admit I had not considered it a high priority as I felt we had at least the equivalent of fair use.
Anyway I now reproduce part of the conversation between Mercedes Corby and myself in which she allowed permission for the images to be used:
I said "I'd like to use a picture in the [Wikipedia] article. Would you be able to provide a picture of Schapelle that can be legally used in the Wikipedia article (ie, without copyright concerns)? If such a picture is available just email it back to me".
Mercedes Responded (in part): "Attached is a photo taken at Schapelle's cell. This was taken by our camera.. Also if you are able to find the photo on the web of Schapelle, brother James and 2 freinds Katrina and Ally that was taken by Mums camera at the Brisbane airport so that one is fine to use aswell."
Attached to the email from Mercedes were 2 of the 3 images I uploaded to Wikipedia, the 3rd being the mentioned group image which I did locate.
After reviewing the wording of my request and Mercedes' response it is my contention the pictures are licenced under the GFDL.
Comments?
Rob