Frequently Asked Questions

Scott W. Coleman Photography – Assignments, Licensing, Delivery & More

General Questions

Where are you based?
I’m based in Central Texas (Austin area), with frequent assignments in San Antonio, Waco, College Station, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, and beyond. I’m also available for select assignments in Germany, especially in Essen, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Cologne, and Frankfurt.

Do you travel for assignments?
Yes. Travel is a routine part of my work. Assignments outside the core region may include travel fees depending on distance and timing.

What types of photography do you specialize in?
My work focuses on editorial photojournalism—sports, news, and politics—but I also cover commercial events, real estate listings, and headshots.

Sports & Editorial Work

Can I hire you to cover a sports event?
Yes. However, many pro and collegiate events require media credentials. I’ll help determine feasibility depending on the assignment and access rules.

Do you sell prints from sports events?
Not from credentialed events due to licensing restrictions. For youth and community events, prints may be available on request.

Do you shoot for agencies or publications?
Both. I work with agencies like Imagn Images, ZUMA Press, NurPhoto, Eibner Pressefoto, and IPA Sport, and also take direct assignments from news organizations.

Licensing & Image Use

Can I license one of your images?
Yes. Editorial and commercial licensing is available. Contact me with details about your intended use.

Who owns the copyright to your images?
I retain full copyright unless otherwise stated in writing. Clients receive specific usage rights per our agreement.

Can I use your image I found online?
No. All usage requires permission. Unauthorized use is a copyright violation and may lead to enforcement.

Real Estate, Portraits & Commercial Work

How quickly do you deliver real estate images?
Standard turnaround is 24–48 hours. Rush delivery is available depending on workload and scheduling.

Do you offer headshots or team photos?
Yes, I provide on-location headshots and team portraits for businesses, sports teams, and organizations.

Do you offer retouching services?
Basic edits are included. Advanced retouching is offered as an add-on service.

Booking & Payment

How do I book a shoot?
Start by using the Contact Page. I’ll provide a quote and contract for commercial work or coordinate editorial assignment details as needed.

Do you require a deposit?
Yes. A deposit is usually required for commercial or private assignments to confirm your booking.

What payment methods do you accept?
I accept major credit cards, ACH bank transfers, and PayPal. Invoices are sent via QuickBooks or 17hats.

Legal & Terms

Do you use contracts for all assignments?
Yes. All work is governed by written contracts that clarify expectations, usage rights, and deliverables.

Where can I read your standard terms?
Visit the Legal Page and Imprint / Impressum for full legal details, including copyright, licensing, and regional disclosures.