November 3, 2009

Federal Judge to Alabama in Suit Over Crimson: Roll On, Tide

Federal Judge to Alabama in Suit Over Crimson: Roll On, Tide 1

Image © 2009 New Life Art Inc. Used with permission.

A federal judge's ruling opens the door for Daniel A. Moore to continue to make paintings of the U. of Alabama's football team, like his recent "The Blowout" (above).

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Image © 2009 New Life Art Inc. Used with permission.

A federal judge's ruling opens the door for Daniel A. Moore to continue to make paintings of the U. of Alabama's football team, like his recent "The Blowout" (above).

By Libby Sander

For the University of Alabama, Daniel A. Moore's colorful paintings of Crimson Tide football players are a case of art imitating life—just a bit too accurately.

For nearly five years, the university has sparred in court with Mr. Moore, a sports artist, over his realistic paintings of Alabama athletes. By portraying the football players in their signature crimson and white uniforms, the university contends, Mr. Moore has violated its trademark. Mr. Moore counters that

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