Protect Your Designs — Know Your Photography Rights Before You Hire
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A free guide for interior designers who want to confidently share their work online, in print, and in portfolios — without running into legal or licensing issues.
Get clarity on photo usage, licensing, and copyright — and avoid costly mistakes.
Perfect for designers who collaborate with photographers and want to maintain control over how their work is shared.
What You’ll Discover Inside This Free Guide
The difference between ownership vs. usage rightsWhat to ask your photographer before signing a contractHow to legally share photos in magazines, online, or social mediaThe designer’s role in crediting, tagging, and co-usageReal-world examples of common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Trusted by Leading Interior Designers and Featured in Top Publications
As an editorial interior photographer, I collaborate with interior designers, architects, and builders to create refined, story-driven imagery that captures more than just the space — it captures the intention, detail, and design philosophy behind it.My approach combines technical precision with creative direction, capturing your work in visual narratives that resonate in portfolios, publications, and beyond.But beautiful photography alone isn’t enough.Clarity around image rights and usage matters just as much.Over the years, I’ve seen far too many talented designers run into roadblocks after a shoot — uncertain about how or where they can share their images, unclear on licensing terms, or left out of publication opportunities because of avoidable misunderstandings.That’s why I created "Photography Rights for Interior Designers"—a straightforward guide to help you understand image ownership, ask the right questions before hiring a photographer, avoid legal and publishing issues, and confidently share your work with clarity and creative alignment.This is about more than just photography.It’s about protecting your vision, elevating your brand, and telling the full story of your design work — with intention, clarity, and care.If you're ready to bring your work to life — visually and professionally — I’d love to collaborate.Let’s make something meaningful together.Some Kind Words
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"Before working with Jeff, I’d had a few shoots that looked nice technically but didn’t quite capture the essence of my work. I was hesitant to do another shoot that might miss the mark creatively. What drew me to Jeff was his editorial eye and his use of light in his images. There was a thoughtfulness in how he composed each image, and I could tell he understood how to tell a visual story. From the first conversation, Jeff was collaborative and invested. He helped me feel prepared and excited for the shoot. On the day itself, his calm confidence put everyone at ease, and his direction was clear but never intrusive. It truly felt like a creative partnership. Jeff is great at understanding balance and does not settle until the image is just right. If you’re looking for a photographer who can elevate your brand with images that feel both beautiful and true, Jeff is the person you want behind the lens. Working with him didn’t just give me great photos, it gave my work a stronger voice."
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“We loved working with Jeff on the photography of residential projects. He approaches his work and photography with a very artistic and creative eye, but is also not only delightful, but also very quick and efficient.”
- Mark Sikes
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"Jeff has been a trusted collaborator for many years and continues to deliver beautiful work, no matter the brief. His energy is calm and confident and he makes the process of planning for a shoot smooth and easy. On set, he’s always open to trying new things and makes a consistent effort to level up the quality of his work."
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“I’ve been working with Jeff for six years, and after working with other photographers, I now understand what a difference the right person behind the lens makes. Before Jeff, the photos were fine—but they didn’t capture the soul of my work. Jeff takes the time to understand the intention behind every project and translate that into storytelling imagery. He’s a true pro: collaborative, calm, and easy to work with. From planning to final edits, he makes the process seamless. It always feels like I’m working with a creative partner—not just a photographer.”
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"Jeff is excellent at immediately knowing what a shot is lacking, and has a multitude of options in combatting a lack luster image. His decision making is quick and efficient, which helps to stretch the most out of any shoot day. Jeff’s love of his work is infectious, and is always excited about bringing your spaces to life through his talents. His genuine support of his client’s work is very comforting and unique to his personality, which in turn makes the overall experience of working with him so much more enjoyable and successful."
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“Working with Jeff has been one of the best investments I’ve made for my business. His eye for styling, calm energy on shoot day, and editorial approach helped my work get featured in my target publications. He makes the process seamless and enjoyable—and the visibility from our shoots has directly led to client growth over the last six years. He genuinely wants the best for his clients and I value his genuine, kind disposition."
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"Before working with Jeff, we would try to piecemeal multiple photographers together with various specialties—architectural, real estate, interiors, lifestyle, etc. We decided to work with Jeff given his track record in hospitality photography. We found that Jeff could handle range of architectural to interiors and that we could get all of our hotel photography needs met with one shoot from him. I was impressed with how well Jeff collaboratively worked with our interior designer who helped him stage on the day of the shoot as well. We are thrilled with Jeff's final images of Onera Fredericksburg and Onera Wimberley. They really showcase our product and the experience at Onera. Jeff is always our top pick amongst hospitality photographers and I'd highly recommend him to any other hotel owner/operator!"
- Ben Wolff
