Photographic Copying Service

The State Library provides a prepaid photographic copying service for Library items using analogue and digital photography. Photographic copying is used for obtaining images for reproduction, as well as for copies of pictorial or fragile items that are not suitable for photocopying.

Please note
All requests for copying must fall within the provisions of the Copyright Act. Copyright clearance is the responsibility of the Library user, although the Library may advise users on how to obtain it. Any copying is also subject to the Library's Terms and Conditions.

Images for reproduction

The Library can provide copies of images for reproduction in theses, books, exhibitions, lectures, etc.

Please note 
If you wish to publish a copy of an item from the Library's collection or display a copy in an exhibition, you will need to obtain permission from the Library. This is a separate process from ordering a copy of an item.

Read about gaining Permission to Publish Library Items >

Pictorial & fragile items

Photographic copying is mandatory for all pictorial items such as art works or photographs, and is recommended for architectural drawings, bookplates or illustrations, maps and diagrams, and photographs in newspapers.

Photographic copying may also be necessary for valuable or fragile print materials that have photocopying restrictions.

How to order

You can place your orders for photographic copying at information desks throughout the Library. Payment is made at the foyer desk. (See the Library Floor Plan for location of information desks and reading rooms.)

For more information about prices, turnaround times, and postage and handling charges see the Prepaid Copying Services Price List.

Copies of images in the Library's catalogue can also be ordered by fax or by mail. See Ordering Copies for more information.

Inquiries

Imaging Studio
State Library of Victoria
Phone: +61 3 8664 7332 (leave a message)
Email: photography@slv.vic.gov.au