This is not a trademark matter but a copyright matter. Copyright protects the creative expression. Without know what aspect of common core your...

No, the chances are that your "embellishments" will not be enough to significantly change the image. You are still going to run into trademark and...

Should I trademark a name for my business or choose another one? How do I buy a dead trademarked name?

You have a lot going on and you'd be served well by talking to an IP attorney about this. With respect to the other marks you've found (3...

Unless you are going to be writing the lyrics down on the painting, there is no prohibition to you being "inspired by" a song for your visual work...

As a general rule of thumb, if people will be able to recognize the athlete from your artwork, you are already on thin ice and could fall into...

You need to speak to an attorney in the countries where you want to sell. A US attorney can help put you in touch with or interface with the proper...

You are going to need permission to use the images. The manufacturer may have a marketing division. If you reach out to them, they may provide you...

What if I hire an artist to recreate a musicians album cover artwork? Would I be able to sell that artwork on a new product?

It would be copyright infringement unless the use is considered fair use. There are 4 factors to determine that. See here:...

I agree with the comments of my colleagues above. Also keep in mind that rights owners these days are getting very sophisticated. There are AI...

Can I make a watercolor/painted version of a landscape or background from an animation/book or live film with "fair use" ?

When you have to get into the 4 fair use factors, you are basically figuring out how much risk you are taking. It's not a good place to be because...