A simple resource for clients and anyone wanting to understand how photographic usage works. When you hire a photographer, you’re paying for the creation of the images — the time, skill, equipment, preparation, shoot day(s), crew, lighting, editing and everything involved in producing strong visuals. What you’re not automatically paying for is the right to use the images however you like. That long-term, commercial “right to use” is called licensing and sits under the wider term usage.

Corporate hospitality events are about far more than entertaining clients or rewarding employees. They are an opportunity to strengthen relationships, showcase your brand, celebrate achievements, and create memorable experiences that reflect your company's culture.

Your brand just invested £500,000 in a flagship store redesign. The lighting is perfect, the fixtures are custom-made, every detail has been considered. Then someone pulls out an iPhone to shoot the launch photography.