Working with Images
Types of Images
All images come with some form of copyright. Below is a discussion of the various types of copyrights.
- Open – Free to use any way you wish by the owner.
- Royalty Free – Can be used any way you wish once you purchase the image.
- Rights Managed – The price of the image depends on how it will be used and must be purchased every time it is used.
Please ensure you know and understand the copyright as it pertains to every image you use. Using images from Google Images is generally not a good idea.
Sources of Open Images
Here is a list of sources for open images:
Notes:
Many photos are free. Some of the free images require an e-mail to the owner. Please follow all directions. Some of the images need to be purchased.
Fonts Dos & Don’ts
- Never use more than two different font categories on a single work.
- Never use a single font family, style, and weight on a single work. Always adjust at least the weight (and style, if possible).
- Always ensure that the fonts you install are licensed and legal for use on your computer. Like images, most fonts are copyrighted. Some free fonts do exist, but be sure to check that the fonts you think are free truly are.