


This is part of a series of over 300 tutorials that I have written for Photoshop Elements. It includes many informative screen captures that speed up the learning process. This is a step by step tutorial and is suitable for Intermediate to Advanced students. (Newer Photoshop Elements versions are slightly different, however, with a little knowledge my tutorials can still be utilised). Selecting a region changes the language and/or content on tutorial demonstrates how to make a watermark and was written for Adobe Photoshop Elements versions 7, 8 & 9. Metadata for an image typically includes image information, such as size and time and date taken, as well as copyright information. You can create copyright metadata instead that will stay with the image, even as people download and re-upload it elsewhere. There are alternatives to watermarking, too. A watermark with the photographer’s brand, name or website can help people who want to use an image find the photographer and ask for permission.

Sign up for intellectual property mediation to resolve any disputes.You can also stipulate that they add a link to your website or portfolio to grant you exposure. Contact the person using your image and ask for credit.If you discover someone using your photos without your permission, you have several options.

What if someone uses my photography without permission? If the creator has died, copyright ownership will have passed to a specified person - as with other types of property in this situation. Anyone who wants to use a photo that’s under copyright needs permission from the creator. UK image copyright lasts for the lifetime of the creator and for a further 70 years following their death.
