How to Cite an Image in Turabian

How to cite an image in Turabian step by step

1. Name the creator. Give the artist, photographer, or illustrator as the author of the image.
2. Add the year. State the year the image was created right after the creator.
3. Give a title or description. Italicize the work title, or supply a short description for an untitled image.
4. Note the medium. Give the medium, such as photograph or oil on canvas, where it matters.
5. Name the repository. Identify the museum, archive, or collection that holds the image.
6. Add the URL and a figure. For an online image add the URL, and when you reproduce the image present it as a numbered figure credited in the caption.

Common image citation variations

How do I cite an image with no creator in Turabian?

Begin with the title or a description, add the year, then the medium, repository, and URL. The holding collection can act as the source.

How do I credit a reproduced figure in Turabian?

Present it as a numbered figure with a caption that names the creator, title, year, and source, and add a matching reference. Reuse may need permission.

How do I cite a painting versus a photograph in Turabian?

Both lead with the creator and year; give the medium, such as oil on canvas or photograph, and name the holding institution.

Do I need a URL for an online image in Turabian?

Yes. Add the URL for an image you viewed online so readers can reach the same version.