Imagine working hard on your passion for graphic design, only to have your older cousin steal your portfolio and land a job with it. That’s exactly what happened to one young artist, who decided to take matters into her own hands. After gathering proof that the designs were hers, she confronted her family and even contacted her cousin’s employer. But the fallout from her actions led to a massive family argument, leaving her questioning if she did the right thing. Let’s dive into this dramatic story:
The Family Confrontation ️
Taking Matters into Her Own Hands
Cousin Gets Fired!
The Angry Visit
Parents Turn on Her
Unsupportive Family
Dad’s Disappointment
Family Defends the Cousin
Seeking Refuge
Support from a Friend’s Mom
Hoping for the Best
Was It Justified or Too Far?
After her cousin stole her graphic design portfolio and landed a job with it, this young artist decided to take matters into her own hands. She provided proof to her cousin’s employer that the designs were hers, ultimately leading to her cousin’s termination. However, her family didn’t see it as a justifiable action, and a massive argument erupted. Now, she’s staying with a friend’s family, hoping that the situation will blow over and that she can find an internship of her own. Let’s see what the internet thinks about this dramatic turn of events…
Art theft is real theft. You did NOTHING wrong. (NTA)
Artist calls out cousin’s theft in viral revenge story
Supportive comment suggests legal action and social media exposure
Encouraging words and advice for OP’s safety and protection
Supportive comment encourages OP to keep creating art despite family drama
Protect your art with watermarks and encryption to secure career
OP’s family defends cousin who stole from a teenager ♀️
Fraudulent cousin gets what she deserves
Graphic design is just as valuable as coding
Encouraging comment from a graphic designer to stop working for family.
Artist plans to expose cousin’s theft on Google to seek justice.
Supportive commenters offer comfort amidst family drama
Enabling and gaslighting: the toxic environment around art theft
Don’t let anyone take credit for your hard work
Revenge or not, cousin’s actions got her fired
Family’s support is great, but enabling plagiarism is unacceptable. #StopPlagiarism
Supportive comment offers advice for dealing with family art theft.
OP’s revenge was necessary to protect her future career prospects.
Encouraging words for dealing with toxic family and finding success
OP shares original post exposing cousin’s art theft
Age-shaming a 16yo victim? Not cool
Disapproval for parents’ reaction to art theft
Protect your art and plan to move out, family not supportive.
Cousin steals art and takes the lazy way out
Advice for young graphic designer on building skills and portfolio
Cousin got herself fired, not OP.
Standing up against art theft and facing the consequences
Stealing art leads to inevitable consequences. NTA wins this round.
Cousin got what she deserved, and the art community agrees
Empathetic commenter supports OP, asks for update on parents talk.
Supportive comment, suggests taking a break from toxic family
Empathetic comment with a touch of humor.
Family supports art thief, OP seeks refuge with friend.
Art theft can lead to lawsuits and reputational damage. Cousin deserved firing.
Standing up for her work, and her cousin got what deserved
Protecting intellectual property is crucial for a graphic designer’s future
Setting boundaries with family when it comes to your skills
Protect your work and stand your ground. NTA
Family defends cousin who stole art portfolio, commenter outraged
When your cousin steals your art and gets the job
Encouraging comment on artistic talent and advice on family issues.
Calling out support for a thief ️♀️
Cousin’s art theft backfires, NTA saves employer from liability.
Family defends art thief, victim faces harassment. Unacceptable behavior
Keep on doing your thing, and valuing yourself.
Defending the revenge: stealing art is a serious offense
Supportive comment suggests seeking help from friend’s mom
Escape toxic family and spread the truth when you leave
Employer recognized cousin’s liability. Threaten lawsuit, research previous cases.
Illegal art theft and sweet revenge, justice served
Sibling pay gap in tech industry. Empathetic support offered
Heartfelt support for victim of art theft and family betrayal
Theft of artistic property is unacceptable and has consequences.
Be true to yourself, stand your ground
Artist takes revenge on cousin for stealing art
Suggests exposing family’s wrongdoing to make them see the truth
Stealing art for a job? Cousin needs a reality check.
Family wants cousin employed to stop supporting her, not art thief.
Standing up for your art and future career goals
Standing up against plagiarism and theft. You go, NTA!
Encouraging comment and support from a stranger
Standing up for your art is always the right move
Supportive comment defending OP’s career and family’s behavior.
Encouraging words for OP, family betrayal is tough
Encouraging words for OP to move on and succeed
Toxic family? Stand up for yourself and be proud
Supportive comment section with virtual hugs and encouragement
Art theft is a serious crime! Cousin got what deserved
Encouraging comment to OP, acknowledging her talent and potential.
OP did the right thing, NTA. Keep your work safe
Victim of art theft receives support from commenters
Family defends talentless thief cousin, commenter calls them out.
User calls out family for defending art thief cousin. Offers support.
Demanding a sincere apology from unsupportive parents before returning home
Encouraging comment for OP to pursue her passion and independence
Art theft is awful and she had it coming
Supportive comment on revenge for stolen art incident.
Taking a stand based on integrity and surviving insults
NTA! Congrats for standing up for yourself and your art!
Family undermines OP’s talent, suggests leaving for college. NTA
Unfair family dynamics? Tell us your story
Heartfelt support for OP’s stolen art, wishing them success ❤
Last Updated on February 12, 2024 by Diply Social Team