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Terms of Service

Last updated: April 20, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service govern your use of traubenveld and its services. By accessing and using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of our site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. Please review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates to our policies and guidelines.

User Obligations and Responsibilities

As a user of our services, you agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in ways that do not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment. You agree not to harass, threaten, embarrass, or cause distress or discomfort to any individual. Additionally, you agree not to obscure your identity or misrepresent yourself in any way. We expect all users to respect the community and contribute positively to our creative arts community. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information and for all activities that occur under your account. Unauthorized use of our services or any breach of these obligations may result in immediate termination of your access.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content provided on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, guides on sketching techniques, watercolor painting tutorials, and urban sketching resources, is the intellectual property of our organization or our content partners. You are granted a limited license to view and print this content for personal, non-commercial use only. Reproduction, distribution, transmission, or modification of any content without our prior written permission is strictly prohibited. When sharing artwork or creative content through our community features, you retain ownership of your original work while granting us a license to display and promote it. We respect the creative contributions of all members and actively protect intellectual property rights across our platform.

Limitation of Liability

Our website and all content provided are offered on an "as is" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the information will be accurate, complete, or error-free. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use our services. This includes damages related to artwork techniques, guidance, or community interactions. We are not responsible for any loss of data, business interruption, or other damages, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Your use of our services is entirely at your own risk, and you assume full responsibility for any decisions made based on the information provided.

Termination of Access

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Termination may occur if you violate these terms, engage in unlawful conduct, or if we determine in our sole discretion that your continued use of our services is inappropriate. Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. We may also discontinue or modify our services at any time. All provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall do so, including limitations on liability, intellectual property rights, and dispute resolution. If you have any outstanding accounts or memberships, termination does not relieve you of any financial obligations incurred prior to the date of termination.

Questions About These Terms

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service or our policies, we encourage you to reach out to our support team. We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and fairly. We value your feedback and use it to continuously improve our services and community. Whether you are a beginner exploring drawing as a hobby in the United Kingdom, practicing watercolor painting of British landscapes, engaging in urban sketching in London and Bath, or connecting with others through U3A community art groups, we want you to feel confident and supported on our platform.