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Find out how to obtain an image from the collections for private use, or how to clear permission to reproduce images commercially.

We can supply colour and black and white images of many works in our collections for private use or reproduction.  But do remember that any reproduction or copying of our works needs to be properly authorised.

If you are looking for inspiration, feel free to search the collection. Then contact us with your specific request to see if the image is available for your use.  

Photographs for Private Use

If you would like a one-off photograph for private study or non-commercial research, we can supply works from the collection as colour or black and white photographs (you can contact us before placing an order to see whether we can supply the particular photograph you want).

For details of current prices, available paper sizes and ordering information, see our photograph prices and order form via the link at the bottom of this page. Please print out and complete the photograph order form and return it to us by fax or post.  

Reproduction

If you wish to reproduce works from our collection you have come to the right place. Before proceeding further and for information on using our works, please read our terms and conditions via the link at the bottom of this page .

For further details of  how much it may cost, please see our current fees and charges for reproduction and our reproduction application form via the link at the bottom of this page.

To obtain images and request permission please print and complete the reproduction application form and return it to us by fax or post.

Need help finding the right image? Contact us.

Permission to reproduce works from our collections can only be granted if you have obtained the image from us. For legal reasons and quality concerns, permission cannot be given for images to be taken from books, magazines, postcards or other printed material or from the website.

For use of images on websites, DVDs, CD-Roms or other digital use please see our terms and conditions. For further details see our current fees and charges for electronic use. You'll find these via the links at the bottom of this page.

To obtain images and request permission for electronic use, print out and complete the electronic publishing application form, use the link at the bottom of this page, and return it to us by fax or post.  

Licensing

We actively look to promote our collections and we welcome proposals for commercial licensing.

We are always interested in your ideas and are happy to discuss them. We can negotiate contracts for an upfront fee or on a royalty basis.

If you or your company have any ideas for products based on our collections and are interested in a commercial licensing deal, please contact us.

Income from Manchester Art Gallery Picture Library is used to help support the core work of Manchester City Galleries, enabling us to continue with our educational aims, exhibitions programme and conservation work.