[header] How to cite a photograph [title] Follow any style requirements associated with your project. [step] If you're citing a photograph for a school paper or a formal publication, you might already be expected to follow a particular citation format. Consult with your teacher, professor, school, publisher, or supervisor to find out if they have a preferred citation style. 
[substeps] If you live in the us, the most common citation styles are apa (american psychological association), mla (modern language association), and cms (chicago manual of style). [title] Determine your citation style based on subject.