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 Yes, but I do have a few conditions.  They are pretty simple to follow.
      1) please leave my initials ("jgs") on the pictures
      2) for personal use only  (commercial readers keep reading)
      3) optional conditions :
            a) link to this website  (http://www.ascii-art.com)
            b) tell a friend about this site!
            c) send a postcard via snail mail to me and my family
            d) consider sending a donation

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 Q #2:  Those letters "jgs" clutter up the picture, why
 do you insist on having them ?

 Technically, you can erase the initials but I'd prefer that you didn't.  ASCII
 art is one of my hobbies.   I have done some commission work and have
 received a few donations, but for the most part, I don't receive
 compensation for my artwork. Therefore by leaving my initials with the
 picture, you give me credit for the work I've done.

 FYI, the proper way of using ASCII art is to include the artist's initials or
 name with the picture.  Please give credit where credit is due.

 Please keep in mind that even though I have posted my ASCII art on the
 internet, the pictures are still my property- and they follow internet
 copyright laws.  All ASCII Art follows the internet copyright laws. However,
 most ASCII artists have their creations on the WWW so that they can share
 it with others. This is my purpose as well. You may copy/paste my ASCII
 artwork -- so long as you keep my signature intact and it's for personal use
 only. You're on the honor system. Be forewarned though-- it is a small,
 small cyberworld - word gets around.   (If you have problems copying the
 ASCII art, keep reading.)

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 Q #3:  What should I do about iniitals/credit if I alter  the ASCII Art?

 If you alter any of my ASCII art, I also ask that you keep my initials (jgs) on
 my work.  If you significantly add to an existing ASCII art picture, you may
 add your initals:  ie, jgs/tbs   This holds true for all ASCII artists and their
 creations.

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 Q #4:  I operate a MUD and would like to take the
 initials off of the ASCII Art -- may I?

 Well, if the ASCII art cannot be copy/pasted, and if proper credit is given,
 then "yes", you can remove the initials.

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 Q #5:  I could make some money from using your
 ASCII art.  Is that OK with you?

 No,  I don't allow others to financially profit from my work. -- If you have a
 business opportunity involving the ASCII art, please feel free to contact me
 with an offer. EMAIL "jgs"
 

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 Q #6:  May I link to your web site?

 Absolutely!  Please use the following URL:  http://www.ascii-art.com
 I have my ASCII art on the internet in order to share it with others. If you
 add a link, I can share my "doodles" with even more people!    Thank you!!
 

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 Q #7:  Where shall I send your postcard?

 Please consider contributing to my collection of postcards.  They are from
 people all over the world who have enjoyed my ASCII art. Not only do I like
 to see where my ASCII art has traveled, but my children and their
 classmates and teachers really enjoy them too !

                            Send a postcard to:
                                Joan Stark
                             P.O. Box 450652
                              Westlake, OHIO
                                44145-0652
                                    USA

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 Q #8:  Can I send you a donation for all your hard work?

 Of course?  I've set up an account with PayPal.  You can use
 VISA/MasterCard on their secured web site. Funds will be deposited into
 my bank account.   With the four kids, I appreciate every penny!

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 Q.9:  I'm having problems copying and saving
 these images.  They don't look right.  What am I
 doing wrong?

 There are several possible explanations.  Follow this link to get additional
 information: HOW TO COPY THESE ASCII PICTURES

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 Q #10:  Why do you have this web site?

 I don't consider myself a clown; however, this "CLOWN'S PRAYER" seems
 to fit quite well with my intentions and purposes of posting this ASCII art
 web site and creating the ASCII pictures.  I hope that my ASCII art will
 make you smile.
 

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 Q: #11:  Do you have too much time on your hands?

 No.  Very funny.

 Please enjoy my ASCII art! Share them with a friend!
  -joan
 

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