What is photo manipulation used for? Photo manipulation has been used to deceive or persuade viewers or improve storytelling and self-expression. Often even subtle and discreet changes can have a profound impact on how we interpret or judge a photograph, making it all the more important to know when or if manipulation has occurred. Is photo manipulation illegal? Yes. It would constitute copyright infringement. In any case, attributing the author of the original photograph does not excuse you from copyright law. Also, just because you aren’t selling them doesn’t mean you can use them. Download free wallpaper at : Pixabay.com , pexels.com , unsplash.com © All copyrights reserved cinehack™ 2020.