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This is a guide to image collections found in library databases and other online sources.

Using Images

Images can add interest and substance to your work; however, many images have copyright or attribution restrictions. Please check for restrictions before using an image.


For a brief introduction of copyright, fair use, and related issues: "Copyright Overview," by NOLO, with Stanford University Libraries.

 

Image guide

It is recommend that you use works licensed under a Creative Commons license if you want to avoid violating copyright.


Star IconSearch the Creative Commons.


Star IconAnother good source: Finding Public Domain and Creative Commons Media, a guide from Harvard University Law School Library.

 

Logo for The Public Domain Review   One example of a source on Harvard's "Finding Public Domain..." guide is The Public Domain Review.


Star IconYou may also want to check the list of Public Domain Image Resources in Wikipedia.

 


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