Use several source types
Combine project photography, supplier samples, archives, books, licensed libraries, and relevant observation.
Save context at collection time
Record the direct page, creator or provider when known, date, purpose, and whether the item is reference only.
Separate inspiration from production assets
Replace or clear surviving references before public output and assign unresolved checks to an owner.
A product board
The team uses its own context photos, supplier material sheets, museum object references, and licensed texture candidates, each with a different status.
A limit to keep visible
A source record describes where an image came from; it does not itself establish permission. Confirm the terms and intended use with the responsible owner before an item becomes a final asset.
Practical checklist for this decision
- Keep direct URLs.
- Name why each image matters.
- Mark usage status.
- Replace unclear final assets.
Questions about mood board image sourcing
Is credit enough for reuse?
No. Credit does not automatically provide permission or cover the intended use.
Can screenshots be kept?
Use them temporarily for research, then reconnect them to a traceable source or remove them.
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