Today, I have begun to question if I should even keep this blog. I originally posted it so people could view my art. I know that I am not selling anything, but after reading these two articles about Urban Outfitters stealing ideas from independent artists, it makes me question if I should even post my jewelry and other art ideas for a huge company to potentially rip off. These huge corporations are ruining local business. Jewelry made by Urban Outfitters is mass produced whereas local artists, make everything by hand (usually). Yeah, I understand their work is more expensive but once you understand and appreciate all the hard work that goes into making a piece of jewelry or art, you will realize it is worth it. I just think we need to think about things before we buy them... is it worth destroying small local companies and creating a monopoly for huge corporations for the cheaper price?
Are Brooklyn Fashion Designers Being Ripped Off by Urban Outfitters?
I Make Shiny Things: Not Cool Urban Outfitters, Not Cool
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