Authorship Dispute Erupts Over ‘Hair Dress’ at the Met’s Costume Institute

An authorship dispute concerning the ‘Hair Dress’ at the Met’s Costume Institute serves as a potent reminder for emerging artists. With artist Anouska Samms and designer Yoav Hadari reportedly at odds over credit, this high-profile disagreement underscores the critical importance of clear agreements in collaborative projects. For early-career women artists, it’s a powerful call to action: always define roles, contributions, and intellectual property rights in writing *before* you begin. Protecting your creative legacy and ensuring proper attribution from day one is non-negotiable, safeguarding your work against future disputes. — Source: Artnet News

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