TERMS OF USE

Last updated: December 2025

These Terms outline how you may use this website and its content. By visiting this site, you agree to these Terms.

1. Website Purpose

This website shares my creative work, including:

• My book and writing

• Emotionism paintings

• Poetry

• Reflections on love, creativity, and life

• Personal updates and blog posts

It is intended for personal, non-commercial use.

2. Intellectual Property

All original content on this website — including text, images, artwork, poetry, and design created by Marina Lonsdale — is protected by copyright and may not be copied, reproduced, or redistributed without written permission.

This website also uses occasional royalty-free images from Pixabay.com, which are licensed for free commercial and non-commercial use. These images remain the property of their respective creators and are used here under Pixabay’s license terms.

3. Appropriate Use

You agree not to:

• Use the site in a way that harms its functionality

• Attempt unauthorised access to the site’s systems

• Upload or transmit harmful or disruptive content

Comments (if enabled) must remain respectful and non-abusive.

4. External Links

This website may link to third-party sites. I am not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

5. Disclaimer

All reflections, advice, and content on this website represent personal viewpoints and creative expression. They are not professional counselling, legal, or medical advice.

You use the site at your own discretion.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Australian law, I am not liable for:

• Any loss or damage resulting from your use of the site

• Technical issues, interruptions, or data loss

• Actions taken based on the content found here

7. Modifications to These Terms

These Terms may be updated occasionally. Continued use of the website means you accept the revised Terms.

8. Contact

For any questions about these Terms, please contact me through the website’s contact form.