How do I add a photographer credit?

Photographer credit matters — legally and as a thank-you to the photographer. LACOP has a dedicated field so the credit stays visible.

How to do it

1. Open Photos (/dashboard/media)
2. Click a photo
3. In the edit panel find the "Photographer" or "Credit" field
4. Enter the name or Instagram handle (e.g. @markusklausner or Markus Klausner)
5. Click "Save"

What can go in?

• Name (e.g. "Maria Müller")
• Instagram handle (e.g. "@marialens")
• Studio name (e.g. "Studio Lumen Berlin")
• Combined (e.g. "Maria Müller / @marialens")

Limit: 200 characters.

Why does credit matter?

• Copyright: The photographer owns rights to their image. Credit is often required
• Networking: Other creators see the photographer and can book them
• Professionalism: Shows you work cleanly
• Fairness: The photographer often shot you for free — credit is the minimum

Is the credit shown publicly?

Yes — on your public portfolio the credit is shown under the photo (depending on design).

What if I don't know the photographer?

Leave the field empty — better no credit than a wrong one. If the photo is from archives (old shoots), at least add credits for newer shoots.

Tip: social media handles

If you enter @nickname, your visitors can jump directly to the photographer's Instagram (if your portfolio theme supports it).

Questions? support@lacop.app