Post by Synch on Sept 2, 2012 18:43:20 GMT -5
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Stock photography is the supply of photographs licensed for specific uses. It is used to fulfill the needs of creative assignments instead of hiring a photographer. Today, stock images can be presented in searchable online databases. They can be purchased and delivered online.
Creative Commons (CC) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Mountain View, California, United States devoted to expanding the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and to share. The organization has released several copyright-licenses known as Creative Commons licenses free of charge to the public. These licenses allow creators to communicate which rights they reserve, and which rights they waive for the benefit of recipients or other creators.
So now that you know what these things are, there are still a few questions to answer.
Why can't I use images from Google and places like it?
Simply because you don't have permission to. Those images are owned by the sites that use them. Don't get me wrong, sometimes you'll stumble across a stock or CC image, but the chances of it are highly unlikely. Using images that are not stock can cause HUGE problems, such as lawsuits, for not only you, but us as well.
Okay...So I won't do that. But where do I find Stock or CC images?
Glad you asked. While there are HUNDREDS of sites out there that host these types of images, there are two that we know are safe, secure and have great stuff.
First off is a great place for stock called DeviantArt. While you can't just go there and type in something, it has a great section JUST for stock and other resources. One you click on the proper category (outlined Here) You can safely put in your search parameters in the bar and be on your way. This is by far the easiest way to look up stock. Some artists do have additional rules on how their stock can be used. Just read and abide by them and you're golden.
The second place I recommend is for Creative Commons. It's a place called Flickr and although it is a bit more complicated to use, provides great resources as well. The first thing you do is insert your search parameters and hit go. When the page comes up, next to the search button on the new page is something called "advanced search". Click that and you will be taken to a new page. Scroll all the way to the bottom and you will find something that looks like this. For all searches you must at least check the top box. If you plan to edit the image any (beyond putting some words on it or applying a simple filter), you must also check the "Find content to modify, adapt, or build upon" button. Once you've done that, hit search and you're on your way!
Help! Neither site you suggested have what I'm looking for. What now?
While no one likes to get in this situation, sometimes we are too picky with what we're looking for. While you are free to go look for other stock and CC sites, for your safety, I personally recommend that you widen your search a little bit first.
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Stock photography is the supply of photographs licensed for specific uses. It is used to fulfill the needs of creative assignments instead of hiring a photographer. Today, stock images can be presented in searchable online databases. They can be purchased and delivered online.
Creative Commons (CC) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Mountain View, California, United States devoted to expanding the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and to share. The organization has released several copyright-licenses known as Creative Commons licenses free of charge to the public. These licenses allow creators to communicate which rights they reserve, and which rights they waive for the benefit of recipients or other creators.
So now that you know what these things are, there are still a few questions to answer.
Why can't I use images from Google and places like it?
Simply because you don't have permission to. Those images are owned by the sites that use them. Don't get me wrong, sometimes you'll stumble across a stock or CC image, but the chances of it are highly unlikely. Using images that are not stock can cause HUGE problems, such as lawsuits, for not only you, but us as well.
Okay...So I won't do that. But where do I find Stock or CC images?
Glad you asked. While there are HUNDREDS of sites out there that host these types of images, there are two that we know are safe, secure and have great stuff.
First off is a great place for stock called DeviantArt. While you can't just go there and type in something, it has a great section JUST for stock and other resources. One you click on the proper category (outlined Here) You can safely put in your search parameters in the bar and be on your way. This is by far the easiest way to look up stock. Some artists do have additional rules on how their stock can be used. Just read and abide by them and you're golden.
The second place I recommend is for Creative Commons. It's a place called Flickr and although it is a bit more complicated to use, provides great resources as well. The first thing you do is insert your search parameters and hit go. When the page comes up, next to the search button on the new page is something called "advanced search". Click that and you will be taken to a new page. Scroll all the way to the bottom and you will find something that looks like this. For all searches you must at least check the top box. If you plan to edit the image any (beyond putting some words on it or applying a simple filter), you must also check the "Find content to modify, adapt, or build upon" button. Once you've done that, hit search and you're on your way!
Help! Neither site you suggested have what I'm looking for. What now?
While no one likes to get in this situation, sometimes we are too picky with what we're looking for. While you are free to go look for other stock and CC sites, for your safety, I personally recommend that you widen your search a little bit first.
[/style][STYLE=background-color: 2f2f2f; width: 430px; color: 2f2f2f;] . [/style][STYLE=font-family: arial; font-size: 9px;]Made by MINNIE of BTN.[/style]