Photographer Identity and Licensing — Photographer Identity and Licensing

Who is the photographer, and what are the licensing terms of the image? The copyright in a photograph protects the creator's artistic choices, which can include subject positioning, camera placement, lighting, and timing.

Identifying the photographer can help clarify if the image was a professional agency shoot or a personal upload. Knowing the source of the photo helps determine if the image was taken under professional or private pretenses.