Photography For Designers
Accessing & Purchasing Media
BU Photo Database
Whether remote or at our building[985 Commonwealth Ave.], connect with the Cisco VPN, and then visit photos.bu.edu in browser.
Purchasing Hi-Resolution Media
Before purchasing from photos.bu.edu for a project: verify with AE’s to find out what office to charge.
If purchasing from elsewhere, an AE will need to approve before payment.
Stock Photography
User account info for royalty-free photo databases such as iStock or GettyImages are available through 1Password. Contact Creative Director Jon Brousseau for access to 1Password.
Free Alternatives
Sometimes you’ll want imagery to demo in a mockup. There are free stock photo databases. Be mindful that some assets come with a mandatory need to attribute the photographer.