UH-Victoria

Using Visual Aids:
Illustrations and Photographs

Photographs

 

Photographs are useful in showing as realistically as possible how something looks as in its natural setting. They may also show the reader how to do something by guiding him/her through a process. However, the best part about using a photograph is its authenticity. A photograph can prove the truth to the reader by showing things as they really are. Always remember to give credit where credit is due – list the photographer’s name below the photograph. You may also wish to include a descriptive caption below your photo.

 

Photograph by Summer Leibensperger

 

 

 

Copyright 2003 by the Academic Center and the University of Houston-Victoria.
Created 2003 by Candice Chovanec Melzow.