How to License My Images

Last updated: 13.05.2026

My photographs are available for licensing for editorial, commercial, digital, and print use. This page explains how licensing works, what types of licences are available, and how to request permission to use an image.

Licensing allows you to use an image for a specific purpose — it does not transfer ownership or copyright. All images remain copyright © Adele Warner‑Tate.

1. What Is Image Licensing?

Licensing grants you permission to use one of my photographs under agreed terms, for a defined purpose, duration, and region. It is the professional and legal way to use my work in:

  • magazines, newspapers, and editorial features

  • books and publications

  • brand campaigns and advertising

  • websites, blogs, and digital media

  • marketing materials

  • exhibitions or displays

If you want to use an image beyond personal enjoyment, you need a licence.

2. Types of Licences Available

Editorial Use

For newspapers, magazines, blogs, documentaries, and non‑commercial publications. Images must not be altered beyond standard cropping or colour correction.

Commercial Use

For advertising, brand campaigns, product packaging, promotional materials, or any use that generates revenue or brand visibility.

Digital & Web Use

For websites, social media, online articles, or digital publications. Resolution and usage limits are defined in the licence.

Print Use

For books, calendars, posters, brochures, or physical products. Print runs and distribution areas are agreed in advance.

Exhibition or Display Use

For galleries, public spaces, or corporate environments.

If you’re unsure which category your project falls into, I’m happy to guide you.

 

Purchasing Full Rights (Outright Image Ownership)

In rare cases, it may be possible to purchase full rights to an image.

3. How to Request a Licence

To license an image, email:

adele@warner‑tatephotography.com

Please include:

  • the image(s) you’re interested in

  • how and where the image will be used

  • whether the use is editorial, commercial, or digital

  • the duration of use

  • the region (UK, Europe, worldwide)

  • the size of the audience or print run

I’ll reply with a quote and the licence terms.

4. What Licensing Fees Cover

Licensing fees reflect:

  • the artistic and commercial value of the image

  • the scale and reach of the project

  • exclusivity requirements

  • duration of use

  • the permanent value lost if rights are transferred

Every project is quoted individually.

5. What You Cannot Do Without a Licence

You may not:

  • download or screenshot images from this website

  • use images on social media or websites

  • use images in commercial or editorial projects

  • scan or reproduce images from my photography book

  • use images for AI training or datasets

  • alter, edit, or manipulate images without permission

Unauthorised use is a breach of copyright.

6. Copyright & Ownership

All images on this website and in the Warner‑Tate Photography book are copyright © Adele Warner‑Tate. Licensing grants usage rights only — not ownership.

7. Reporting Misuse

If you see my images being used without permission, I appreciate being notified.

8. Purchasing Full Rights (Outright Image Ownership)

In rare cases, it may be possible to purchase full rights to an image. This grants you:

  • exclusive, unlimited usage

  • the ability to reproduce, publish, or distribute the image

  • the right to use the image commercially, editorially, or privately

  • access to the original high‑resolution file

However:

  • full‑rights usage does not automatically include copyright transfer

  • full‑rights licences are significantly more expensive than standard licences

  • full‑rights purchase is considered only for specific, high‑value projects

To enquire about full‑rights usage, email: warner‑tatephotography@outlook.com

9. Copyright Transfer (Assignment of Ownership)

Copyright transfer is a legal assignment of ownership from the photographer to the buyer. This is the most extensive form of rights transfer and includes:

  • all economic rights

  • reproduction and distribution rights

  • adaptation and derivative rights

  • the right to license the image to others

  • the right to prevent others from using the image

Because this permanently removes the image from my portfolio and commercial catalogue, copyright transfer:

  • is only offered in exceptional circumstances

  • requires a formal contract

  • carries a premium fee reflecting the permanent loss of rights

If you wish to discuss copyright transfer, please contact me directly.