The credit “D.R.”, for “droits réservés” (rights reserved), regularly appears under photographs published in the press, on websites or in communication materials. For many photographers, this practice raises an essential question: what does this credit really mean, and what becomes of the author’s rights when their name disappears behind these two letters?
In Les dossiers du droit de la photo – volume 5 : Droits réservés ? Droits piétinés !, Joëlle Verbrugge offers a clear and accessible guide to understanding the use of the D.R. credit and its consequences for photographers. The book speaks directly to image professionals faced with the publication of their photographs without credit, without authorization or without clear payment.
This book answers practical questions: what does the “droits réservés” credit correspond to? Is it legal? In which cases can it be used? What harm can it cause the photographer? How should you react when an image is published under the D.R. credit? What steps should you take to have your rights recognized and obtain compensation?
Through a practical approach, the book helps photographers better understand their copyright, the importance of the photo credit, the protection of their images and the remedies available in case of misuse. It highlights a practice that is often trivialized but likely to have significant consequences for authors: erasure of the photographer’s name, loss of visibility, lack of payment, infringement of moral rights or unauthorized use of a work.
Intended for professional photographers, photojournalists, authors, agencies, picture editors, photography students and visual creators, this volume is a useful tool for identifying problematic situations, documenting harm and adopting the right reflexes.
By addressing a specific but frequent subject, Joëlle Verbrugge offers an indispensable guide for all those who want to defend their byline, protect their images and better understand photography law in the context of media publication.
Why read this book?
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To understand what the “D.R.” credit means in photography.
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To know what the practice of “droits réservés” corresponds to in the media.
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To identify cases where the use of the D.R. credit can be a problem.
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To know the possible harm to the photographer.
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To defend your copyright and moral rights.
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To better protect your images against misuse.
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To know how to react when a photograph is published without credit.
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To understand the steps for obtaining compensation.
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To have a clear, concrete and accessible tool on photography law.
Who is this book for?
This book is for professional photographers, photojournalists, photographic authors, agencies, picture editors, photography students, journalists, publishers, communication managers and visual creators who want to better understand the use of the “droits réservés” credit and its legal implications.
It is particularly useful for photographers whose images are intended for the press, online media, magazines, books, exhibitions, institutional materials or commercial publications.
