KEEPING PHOTO ANNOTATIONS SEPARATE FROM SOURCE EVIDENCE

An arrow or outline should clarify a reference without obscuring the original image. Keep the unmarked source, annotated version and explanatory caption connected to the same tree and visit.

Project/site:
Prepared by/date:
Version:

Source image
Retain the original file and reference.
Notes:

Annotated copy
Identify the marked version separately.
Notes:

Mark meaning
Explain the arrow, line or outlined area.
Notes:

Observation link
Connect the mark to the relevant text.
Notes:

Reviewer
Record who checked the issued annotation.
Notes:

CHECKS
[ ] Ensure the mark points to the intended feature.
[ ] Check that important image detail remains visible.
[ ] Open the exported report to confirm marks and captions are readable.

Outstanding questions:
Source references:
Review and next action:

Scope: An annotation communicates a reference and is not evidence that a particular treatment or work outcome is appropriate.

This is a general worksheet, not an automated application feature.
https://canopyapp.app/resources/tree-photograph-annotations