The Boise State PhotoShelter portal provides invited campus users with easy access to university photography and tools for finding, downloading, organizing and sharing images. This page includes information about accessing the portal, using its features and following guidelines for downloading and using photography.
More ways to find, use and share photography
Our new PhotoShelter portal gives campus users more powerful tools to find the right image, download it in the format they need and organize photography for their projects.
Search smarter
Find images based on what’s actually in the photo, not just keywords or captions.
Download what you need
Download web-ready and other appropriately sized versions of images without having to resize them yourself.
Organize your projects
Collect, organize and share images for a specific project, campaign or team.
Before you download
A few guidelines to keep in mind when accessing and using Boise State photography.
- Choose the appropriate resolution. Medium-resolution images are ideal for web and small print projects. For poster-size or larger print projects, request a higher-resolution version.
- Use images for official Boise State purposes only. All images are property of Boise State University and should only be used for official university purposes.
- Download images directly from PhotoShelter. Do not screenshot images. Screenshotting may result in your PhotoShelter access being revoked.
Question or support
If you have questions or need assistance, contact visualservices@boisestate.edu
PhotoShelter Access Form
Have a photo idea?
Have an idea for a photo we should capture? Share your ideas for people, places or activities that showcase the Boise State experience.
Frequently asked questions
What if I can’t find the photo I need?
If you can’t locate a specific image, contact the Office of Communications and Marketing. We may be able to recommend an alternative, locate additional assets or discuss photography options.
Can I save images for later?
Yes. You can create and manage Workspaces to organize images for future projects or share them with collaborators.
Can I share a collection with others?
Yes. You can share Workspaces with other authorized users or generate shareable links, depending on your permissions.
Will new photos be added over time?
Yes. The library will continue to grow as new university photography is added throughout the year.
Can I have access to high-resolution images?
Yes. Images are available in sizes optimized for standard uses, including web, social media and small print projects. If you need a higher-resolution image for a large-format print, display or other high-quality application, contact us and we can help.
How do I download images optimized for the website?
To download an image sized for WordPress, select the image and click Download. Choose Crop, then select Custom Presets under Original File to access the available optimized sizes.
What kinds of photos are available?
The portal includes a growing library of approved university photography, including campus scenes, student life, academics, events, research and more.
Do I access this library through the old PhotoShelter website?
No, you’ll want to make sure you’re visiting the new site, boisestateuniversity.photoshelter.site
Who has access to the PhotoShelter portal?
Access is available to faculty and staff who regularly need university-approved photos and visual assets. If you would like access, please use the request form on this page.
How do I access the portal?
Complete the access request form using your Boise State email address. Once your request is approved, you’ll receive an invitation to access the PhotoShelter portal. If you have an existing PhotoShelter account, use those login credentials. Or, you can reset your password and login.
Do I need to create a new account?
If you already have a PhotoShelter account, you can use that account once you’ve received access to our portal. If you don’t remember your login credentials, reset your password. For those without existing accounts, once your request form has been processed, you’ll receive an email with instructions to create your PhotoShelter account.