All images should be in JPEG format

highest resolution (at least 300dpi) and highest quality (level 12)

files size > 4 MB recommended

color space AdobeRGB 98 (preferred) or sRGB

keep all exif- and metadata in the images

3×2 ratio is preferred

Cropping is allowed, but keep in mind that publishers like to have some room around the subjects to have flexibility for their layouts

No interpolation or resizing is allowed

2500 pixel or longer on the longest side is preferred

Any digital alteration (cloning, stitching of files, etc.) is allowed when done professionally and not visible

Images should be sharp and free of sensor dust spots

Images should be processed (like you would present them on your website)

Please don’t use noise reduction on your images. If at all only apply it to the background.

Only slight sharpening is allowed – NO sharpening is preferred. An unsharp image will not get any better through sharpening.

RAW files have to be available upon request (except for slide scans)

birdimagency not alter the images

The keywording will be done by BIA stuff members