Photographic illustration generated by IA, designed for this folder. Origin of visuals.
Step 1
Prepare an image with context
Note the exact location and what you want to show: architecture, landscape or detail. An honest legend distinguishes shooting and publication. Avoid assigning a scene to a monument on the basis of a resemblance.
Step 2
Respecting people and practices
In a market, workshop or religious place, ask before photographing a person or activity. Accept the refusal. For children and sensitive situations, do not publish details that explain identity or location.
Step 3
Separate photography and access
A popular image does not justify crossing a fence, leaving a trail or obstructing a ceremony. Check the rules for flash, tripod and particular equipment. The location instructions may be more precise than the absence of a sign at the entrance.
Step 4
Publish with the right information
For a third-party image, go from the source page and pick up author, license, link and changes. A licence may request the same terms and conditions. For your images, keep copy and caption; avoid sensitive location data in public files.
Step 5
Putting into practice: An object or scene to report
A photograph and a material memory require different checks. For the image, ask for the agreement and respect the accesses; for the object, check origin, restrictions and possible documents.
Putting comparison into practice
Distinguish access, shooting and publication
A travel photograph involves several decisions. The right to enter a place does not automatically confirm the conditions for taking a shot or the conditions for disseminating the image.
Educational example of preparation, without commercial offer or testimony. Adapt the situations to your journey and to the answers of the competent interlocutors.
On a small screen, scroll the table horizontally to read the three columns. On the keyboard, use the arrows after selecting the array.
| Situation to be considered | What it involves | Information to be obtained |
|---|---|---|
| Visit | You access a space open to visitors. | Read the instructions and ask which sectors or equipment are allowed. |
| Shooting | Religious persons, works or uses may be present. | Seek the necessary agreements and respect a refusal without interrupting the practices. |
| Publication | Legend and credits must describe the image correctly. | Identify the author, place and conditions of reuse before release. |
How to use answers
Prepare the photo project according to these three steps. For a particular purpose, ask the rules at the place or persons concerned; a ticket and a lack of sign are not enough to conclude.
Take the time of a last check
Before you validate, read the names, dates, locations, schedules and details of the services included. Do this check calmly on the final summary. An error identified before payment is usually much simpler to correct than after confirmation.
Always review the final conditions displayed by the claimant before paying and keep a copy of the summary. They only describe the reserved offer, the options for modification and the responsibilities of each party.
To be checked before departure
Official sources
These pages allow to update information that can evolve. Consult with the authorities of your destination and the bodies competent for your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers before deciding
Is a picture found on a motor free?
No. Check the source page and the license conditions before reusing it.
Can an ancient photo illustrate a guide?
Yes, if it is relevant and presented honestly. It should not be used as evidence of the current conditions.