Terms of Use

Terms of Use

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and my Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this Website.

1. Purpose of the Website

This Website is intended to showcase the artwork, artistic practice, exhibitions, publications, projects, and related information of Tarik Mendes. Unless otherwise stated, the Website is provided for informational and personal, non-commercial use.

2. User Eligibility

By using this Website, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 18, you may only use this Website with the permission of a parent or legal guardian.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all content appearing on this Website—including but not limited to paintings, sculptures, photographs, artwork images, installation views, videos, text, artist statements, essays, logos, graphics, designs, and other materials—is the intellectual property of Tarik Mendes or is used with permission.

All content is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, published, transmitted, displayed, sold, licensed, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Tarik Mendes, except where permitted by applicable law.

4. Artwork Images

Images of artwork are presented for documentation and viewing purposes only.

The appearance of colors, scale, and materials may vary depending on your device or display settings. Nothing on this Website grants permission to reproduce, print, commercialize, or otherwise use any artwork without written authorization.

5. Copyright (DMCA)

Tarik Mendes respects the intellectual property rights of others.

If you believe that material appearing on this Website infringes your copyright, please submit a written notice including:

  • Your name and contact information.
  • A description of the copyrighted work.
  • The location of the allegedly infringing material.
  • A statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is unauthorized.
  • A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information provided is accurate.
  • Your electronic or physical signature.

6. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

Tarik Mendes is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party websites and does not necessarily endorse their content.

7. Linking to This Website

You may link to the homepage of this Website provided the link is lawful, fair, and does not imply sponsorship, endorsement, or affiliation where none exists.

You may not frame this Website or reproduce substantial portions of its content without prior written permission.

8. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which explains how information is collected and used.

9. Website Availability

While every effort is made to keep this Website accurate and available, Tarik Mendes does not guarantee uninterrupted access or that all information will always be complete, current, or error-free.

The Website may be updated, modified, or temporarily unavailable without prior notice.

10. Disclaimer

This Website and all of its content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

Tarik Mendes disclaims all warranties, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tarik Mendes shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or relating to your use of this Website.

Your use of this Website is entirely at your own risk.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tarik Mendes from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your misuse of this Website or your violation of these Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any legal action relating to these Terms or the Website shall be brought exclusively in the appropriate state or federal courts located in New York.

14. Changes to These Terms

Tarik Mendes reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

15. Contact

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, or would like to request permission to reproduce artwork or other materials from this Website, please contact:

Tarik Mendes

Through the Contact page on this Website or by email at the address listed there.