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How to Cite a Image or Photograph in APA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite photographs, artwork, charts, and online images in APA format (7th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

APA Reference List Format

Here is the standard APA format for citing a image or photograph in your reference list:

Artist/Creator, A. A. (Year). Title of image [Format]. Museum/Site. https://url

APA Example for a Image or Photograph

A complete APA reference for a image or photograph, formatted by the official APA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Moreau, C. (1974). Study at the window [Photograph]. City Museum of Art. https://www.example.org/collection/study-at-the-window

Matching in-text citation: (Moreau, 1974)

APA In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Parenthetical

(Artist, Year)

Narrative

Artist (Year) depicts...

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your image or photograph.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the APA (7th edition) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match APA requirements.

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