Our mission
We can change the face
of stock photography.
1 in 5 people in the world has a disability, yet it's hard to find images to represent them. However, disability is not always visible. Disability Is Beautiful provides an alternative library that celebrates the beauty and diversity in disability, and fights the stigma and negative perceptions that often come with it.
"Every part of you is to be beautiful. There is no flaw in you."
Our core values
We believe
We are more alike than different
Disability is part of the human experience, shared across every culture and community.
Everyone deserves representation
Authentic imagery creates belonging. When people see themselves reflected, it changes everything.
You are wonderfully, beautifully made
Every body and every mind reflects a unique and irreplaceable kind of beauty.
See and celebrate differences
Diversity makes us stronger. Celebrating difference — not hiding it — is the path to true inclusion.
License & usage
How you can use these photos
You CAN use these photos
- Download and use photos for free without attribution (though we appreciate credit)
- Use them on your website in personal or commercial projects
- Use photos downloaded with or without attribution credit to Disability Is Beautiful
- Sell merchandise, prints, or digital products using our photos
- Include them in editorial articles, blog posts, and websites
You CANNOT use these photos
- Don't use photos in a way that portrays people poorly or offensively
- Don't sell or distribute photos on stock photography platforms as standalone assets
- Don't imply endorsement of your product or service by the photographer or subjects
- Don't use images without prior consent to advertise or endorse a political platform
- Don't claim ownership or copyright of the downloaded photos on a stock website
Suggestion to provide credit
While not required, we love when photographers are credited. Something like:
Photo by [Photographer Name] on Disability Is Beautiful
We can't wait to see how you'll use
incredible, inclusive art.
For blogs, websites, or social media.
Use the photos online whether it's a website, a company blog, newsletter, a Facebook post, YouTube or Instagram.
For print, publishers, or educational material.
Use the photos for flyers, postcards, magazines, books, other print publications, or as part of an educational or commercial project.
Share your work with us.
We want to see the amazing things you are doing with these photos. Share and tag us at @disabilityisbeautiful.