Cory Doctorow: Artists earn more from sales if they do more

Don’t hate that downloader, he might be making you rich. ‘The most profligate downloaders are the most profligate anything,’ according to Cory Doctorow of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, ‘They are the ones who enjoy the most music, the one who downloads the most music and goes to the most gigs.’ Artists and content creators risk destroying valuable, financially lucrative, relationships by coming down hard on the illegal activity of these fans.

ASAM TV: Drew Funk

In this week's edition of ASAM TV, we meet Drew Funk, an upcoming graffiti artist with a fresh take on the art. Drew shares his thoughts on being an artist, influences, and working in Melbourne.

Drew's artwork is currently on show at Off the Kerb gallery and studios. Visit their webiste at www.offthekerb.com.au

Video after the break.