How do I cite a digital image from the Internet? (2024)

In APA 7th edition, the citation of an image will have the following format:

Artist Surname, First Initial. Second Initial. (Yearthe artwork was created/picture was taken). Title of the artwork/picture [Format].URL (address of website)

Below are someexamples from the APA Style:

• Wyeth, A. (1948). Christina’s world [Painting]. http://www.moma.org/explore/collection/index
• Mariomassone. (2015). European grey wolf, Prague Zoo [Photograph]. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gray_wolf

InMLA style, the citation of an image will havethe following format:

Artist's name(Last name, First name). "Title of Image." Medium(e.g. Photograph).Name of Website. Publisher of website, publication date. URL, Date accessed.

This FAQ has a more detailed explanation and many examples on citing images in MLA:
https://chat.library.berkeleycollege.edu/faq/44726

For more information on creating citations, visit theWriting and Citing LibGuidefrom the Center for Academic Success,accessible via the library on Canvas.

Links & Files

• How do I cite an image in the MLA style format?
• Writing and Citing Libguide