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Problems with upload of File:Bridge Set AA1.pdf

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Replaceable fair use File:Richmond Bridge as it was on completion in 1825.jpg

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Orphaned non-free image File:Richmond Bridge as it was on completion in 1825.jpg

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Note that any non-free images not used in any articles will be deleted after seven days, as described in the criteria for speedy deletion. Thank you. Stefan2 (talk) 00:59, 19 March 2015 (UTC)

Stefan - I did originally have the image linked from the Richmond Bridge (Tasmania) page ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richmond_Bridge_%28Tasmania%29 ) but its copyright status (Fair Use) was challenged by one of your Wiki colleagues, to which I responded ( see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File_talk:Richmond_Bridge_as_it_was_on_completion_in_1825.jpg ) and he/she then explained the problem with it; I responded further to that comment on Talk, but did not receive a further reply from he/she. His/her reply appeared to indicate that my initial response argument would not suffice and the file would be deleted sometime after 17th March - the failure to reply to my further statement appeared to confirm that but did leave me in some doubt - further the image page remained there after 17th (still there today, 22-3-15) which left me uncertain of its future status.

Because of that I deleted the link from the Richmond Bridge (Tasmania) page and apparently in so doing prompted your 'Orphaned' statement (I assume this is standard Wiki practice ?. (I have attempted to re-link it but unable to figure out how?)

In a nutshell, my essential argument as to why this image file should be accepted is that, notwithstanding that another person might be able to make a sketch based on the content of my associated research pdf paper (see the link and image of it on the Richmond Bridge page) that would not be readily possibly had I not undertaken that research in the first place as this image (a professionally created oil painting) would not exist, and it is most unlikely to have existed at any time soon, from others.

[I would also point out that the research project was very thoroughly and professionally carried out; it took several hundred hours of my time over a two year period as well as associated research in 'on location' photographic and flora studies by professional assistants]

So, although I cannot secure other than Fair Use approval from the artist, I have successfully secured at least that level of approval. If not presented with Fair Use limitation it will undoubtedly not be presented at all. Nor, if the image is to be deleted, does it appear to be appropriate or relevant to display my pdf research paper since its purpose, culminating in the painted depiction, would be frustrated as far as public display on Wiki is concerned. Well that's unfortunate and just too bad I guess.

You will also see in my second submission to your Wiki colleague my proposal to make a link on the Richmond Bridge page to my own website where the pdf research paper and the subject image is on display, and has been since 2007. Your colleague has so far made no response to that suggestion ?

So to you Stefan, is that not a reasonable and acceptable (to Wiki) alternative ?

Apologies for such a lengthy response

Lawrence A Wilson

File permission problem with File:Bridge Set AA1.pdf

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Thank you Verno - I spent much time previously trying to satisfy the requirements of Wiki back in March/April without success re both the file to which you refer and separate postings of associated images. Frankly the system is so complicated for what seems to me a simple couple of postings, that it's just not worth the effort; a pity because I believe my file adds real historical interest and relevance about early Tasmania.

The subject file (as I have stated previously and as is recorded) was designed and written entirely by me and I own its copyright. The image on its front cover page is from the commissioned painting by Mrs Humble and she has given me permission to use it in the document/file - I have that permission via email from her. I have no problem with the file being fully and openly avaiable to any and all, with normal attribution.

That all seems straight forward enough to me.

Lawrence Wilson (Lawilson046) — Preceding unsigned comment added by 00:35, 23 June 2015‎ (talk • contribs) Lawilson046

Okay, I'll try to walk you through our process, so we can try to ensure that we have all of the copyright i's dotted and t's crossed (I'm afraid it's complicated because it has legal ramifications for Wikipedia, and I'm not entirely sure of what previous communication you may have had with Stefan2 (talk · contribs) or other editors). The authorization from Mrs. Humble to use her painting needs to be an explicit declaration of its release under a free license--not a generic statement such as permission to use on Wikipedia--and should be sent directly to permissions-en@wikimedia.org. Likewise for images created by your son unless he was a minor at the time in which case (I believe) the copyright would reside with you. The drawing by James Gould Medland is old enough to be in the public domain, so we don't need to worry about getting permission for its use. Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns about this. VernoWhitney (talk) 11:53, 23 June 2015 (UTC)

Speedy deletion nomination of File:About Bigge's Bridge - Richmond Tasmania ca 1832.pdf

A tag has been placed on File:About Bigge's Bridge - Richmond Tasmania ca 1832.pdf requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under section F10 of the criteria for speedy deletion, because it is a file that is not an image, sound file or video clip (e.g. a Word document or PDF file) that has no encyclopedic use.

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I agree that you should proceed with deletion of the file - I assume you will do this and it is not requested that I should do it. Lawrence A Wilson lapw (talk) 14:09, 25 October 2015 (UTC)