Photography in the galleries

You may take photographs or use a video camera in the galleries, but not with a tripod, monopod or supplementary video lighting.

Flash photography is permitted.

Photography and video is not allowed in the Raphael Galley, The William and Judith Bollinger Jewellery Gallery, special exhibitions or where an object’s label indicates a private loan. Photography is not permitted in the shop for commercial reasons.

Photographs or videos taken in the Galleries may only be for personal use.  Commercial use of any kind is not permitted.

Visitors wishing to use a tripod must contact V&A Images for authorisation, in advance of their visit, +44 (0)20 7942 2479 or by email to vanda.images@vam.ac.uk

Press enquiries should be made to the Press Office, +44 (0)20 7942 2502 or by email to press.office@vam.ac.uk

Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton

8 February – 22 April 2012

Featuring portraits of Queen Elizabeth II by royal photographer Cecil Beaton, this exhibition celebrates Her Majesty in her roles as princess, monarch and mother and coincides with the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne.

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Medieval and Renaissance Galleries Guide App

Medieval and Renaissance Galleries Guide App

Download the Medieval and Renaissance Galleries Guide app and discover the treasures of these award-winning galleries.

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Event - Create! Portrait Photography

Sat 14 January 2012–Sat 10 March 2012

YOUNG PEOPLE’S EVENT: Develop your digital photography skills, with a professional portrait photographer. Find out how to set up lighting for shoots. Discover how to take photos to capture the character of a person.

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