Copyright

A frequent assumption regarding architectural photography is, "I’ve paid for the photographs, I own them and should be able to do anything I wish with them". In fact, under the Federal Copyright Law , the ownership of the images rests with the creator. Photographers and clients enter into an agreement for the creation and usage of the images. Physical possession of photographic material, such as slides, prints, transparencies or digital files does not include ownership or the right to re-sell the images.

Photo: For Fisher Development, Inc & Sutro Architects