Image & Media Reproduction Services
Digitize or reproduce items from UIC Library Special Collections
Introduction Heading link
Within some limitations (below), patrons may take photographs of items in most UIC Library collections using a digital camera, for no charge.
For items in Special Collections & University Archives, staff can make scans or copies for you. When you are ready to proceed, complete our Request Digitization, Permission to Publish form. Fees may apply (below).
Services we provide Heading link
- High-resolution photographic imaging
- Photocopy and reference scanning
- Publishing requests
Delivery can be either digital (e.g. PDF, JPG) or in standard print formats.
These services are primarily for documents and images. For other media, e.g. audio and video items, please contact us.
Other UIC Library scanning services Heading link
Finding and identifying items Heading link
Special Collections staff will help you locate items you wish scanned or copied, whether you are in person or online.
For every item (or set of items) requested via our website, we will need any/all identifiable information you can provide:
- For online items: a web address (URL), a title, any identification numbers
- For items found in print: a source volume (perhaps) with ISBN (if it has one), any page numbers, a description
- For items from an archival collection: the collection name, box and folder numbers, an item description
It will be important to have this information handy as you complete our digitization form.
If you think the UIC Library has an item or image, but you can’t quite find it, please Ask A Librarian, or talk to an attendant in the Special Collections and University Archives reading room.
Limitations Heading link
The UIC Library reserves the right to deny any reproduction request.
Copyright
Please see our online guide to Copyright. Don’t forget about Fair Use!
Physical Condition
Some materials may be too fragile to digitize.
Privacy
Individuals depicted in a reproduction have privacy rights as outlined in “Protection of Human Subjects” (Title 45, Code of Federal Regulations, Pt. 46). The UIC Library reserves the right to require a release from individuals whose privacy may be violated by the publication of an image.
Ownership
We can only provide reproductions of images owned by the UIC Library. We cannot create reproductions of images from other institutions. If the item is from another library, we advise you to contact the institution where the item was found.
Fees Heading link
Charges for photocopying, scanning and reproducing images can be found in the schedule below. For formats not listed here, or for film, video and audio reformatting, please contact the Special Collections and University Archives department.
Photocopy and Reference Scanning description Heading link
Photocopy and Reference Scanning
- Limit 50 pages per project.
- Pay by major credit card only.
Photocopy and Reference Scanning table Heading link
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Up to 25 pages | Free |
| 26-50 pages | $.50 per page |
High Resolution Photographic Reproductions: Digital Images description Heading link
High Resolution Photographic Reproductions: Digital Images
- TIF or JPG formats available.
- Digital images are 6000 pixel (600 DPI @ 8″x10″ equivalent)
High Resolution Digital Images: table Heading link
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Digital master copies of previously digitized material | $30 |
| Digital Images of non-fragile, reflective originals and bound volumes up to 30x40" | $30 |
| Digital Images of transmissive film (negative and positive) from original formats 35mm, 120mm, 4x5", 8x10". | $30 |
| Composited digital Images of reflective originals over 30x40". 2 shot minimum. | $30 |
| Digital Images of fragile, delicate manuscript items and bound volumes requiring special handling. 1/2 hour minimum. | $100/hour |
| Digital Images of realia, paintings, framed art, and other objects. 1/2 hour minimum. | $100/hour |
High Resolution Prints: description Heading link
High Resolution Photographic Reproductions: Prints
- Archival ink jet, luster finish.
High Resolution Prints: table Heading link
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| 5x7" | $15 |
| 8x10" | $30 |
| 11x16" | $40 |
High Resolution Prints: text after table. Heading link
Other print sizes and finishes may be available. Please contact us for a quote.
Shipping title Heading link
Shipping
Shipping Heading link
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| UPS/USPS Flat Rate shipping for prints, photocopies, or scans to CD per order | $10 per order |
| Electronic Download | No charge |
| Customer pick-up at the Special Collections Department (either Chicago location) | No charge |
| International order | Ask a Librarian for quote |