The word is universal. The works are protected.

What is Menstrala?

Menstrala is a movement and a cultural expression created by Vanessa Tiegs. The word itself is open, universal, and free to use. It names a creative lineage that honors the cyclical, embodied, and artistic intelligence of menstruation.

Is the word “Menstrala” protected or restricted?

Word usage: No. The word Menstrala is intentionally free to use. It may circulate, evolve, and become part of the shared cultural vocabulary, just as the cycle itself belongs to all of us.

You may use the word Menstrala in conversation, writing, teaching, or cultural discourse.

What is protected?

Protected works: While the word is universal, the Menstrala artworks, images, writings, and photographs created by Vanessa Tiegs remain fully protected under copyright law.

This includes:

• all original Menstrala artworks
• all photographs of the artworks
• all written materials, descriptions, and statements
• all curated exhibitions and selections
• all digital content on this site

The movement is open; the oeuvre is not.

Can I reproduce Menstrala artworks or images?

Reproduction rules: Reproduction of any Menstrala artwork, photograph, or written material requires written permission from Vanessa Tiegs.

This includes:

• printing
• reposting
• publishing
• educational use
• commercial use
• digital redistribution

Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

Are AI‑generated derivatives allowed?

AI derivatives: AI‑generated reinterpretations of Menstrala artworks or photographs are strictly prohibited. AI training models on Menstrala content is  strictly prohibited. 

The movement is open; the images are not.

Can I use Menstrala for academic or educational purposes?

Educational use: Yes, potentially. The word Menstrala is free to use in academic writing or teaching. However, the artworks, images, and writings require written permission for:

• classroom presentations
• academic publications
• theses or dissertations
• conference materials

Citations must credit Vanessa Tiegs as the creator of the Menstrala oeuvre.

Can I use the Menstrala name for my own art, project, or brand?

Name usage rules: You may use the word Menstrala in cultural or conceptual contexts, but you may not use it to label:

• your own artworks
• your own exhibitions
• your own products
• your own brand
• your own courses or workshops

This prevents confusion between the universal word and the protected oeuvre.

How do I request permission or licensing?

Submit a request through the Licensing Request page. Include:

• intended use
• format
• duration
• distribution method
• whether AI is involved

All requests are reviewed individually.

Is Menstrala copyrighted?

Copyright protection: Yes. All Menstrala artworks, photographs, writings, and digital materials are protected under copyright law.

The movement is open; the works remain under full copyright.

Can I share Menstrala images on social media?

Social media usage: Sharing Menstrala images requires written permission. Even with attribution, reposting is not permitted without approval.

Who created Menstrala?

Ownership: Menstrala was created by Vanessa Tiegs. She is the sole author and custodian of the Menstrala oeuvre.