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Ask Us Anything: Erica Vassalotti’s guide to photo rights

Trade Tales··21 August 2026·49 min

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In this episode, interior designer Erica Vassalotti of Philadelphia-based design firm Bergman Vass answers a question from a designer who wants to make sure she’s maximizing her investment if she’s spending big on photography. Vass jumps in with advice on the value in teaming up with your photographer to strategize about media coverage, how usage rights are akin to art commissions, and why it's important to also represent clients in a photo shoot.  This episode was sponsored by Four Hands. LINKS Erica Vassalotti Kaitlin Petersen Business of Home