Question:
How do I search for free photos?
Searching For Free Photos
Because high-quality camera equipment is now so easy to use and affordable to own, there has been a virtual explosion of free stock photos available right on your home computer. Just search under free stock photography and you'll be amazed at how many options you have.
However, knowing a few simple ideas about searching the web for free photos will help you save lots of time, and likely, lots of frustration.
For example, let's say you like pictures of equipment. If you search under just that one word, you might get 500 photos to look at! Instead, narrow the search to "farm equipment" or "construction equipment" and you won't be as overwhelmed by too many choices.
Or, you could narrow your search even further by using these key words: "farm equipment NOT tractors." This will yield a search of all types of farm equipment, except tractors.
If you want to see photos of a snowfall at sunset, use these words: "sunset AND snowfall." Otherwise you'll have to search through all the sunsets and all the snowfall pictures to get the one you need.
If it doesn't matter when you get a water picture of a river or an ocean, use this search strategy: "river OR ocean."
By following these simple tips, you will lessen the time you spend finding photos and increase the time you spend using them. Additionally, always locate the individual search tips on a given site before you begin.
Stock Photography Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy stock photos online?
How do I choose the right photo for my use?
How much will I pay to buy a stock photo?
What type of photos are the best to buy?
Are there any stock photos I can find by image category versus key words?
What happens to image resolution when a photo is enlarged?
What constitutes a high resolution image?
Are internet images suitable for printed material?
Are photos in lower resolution always usuable in print?
Does compression of a photo change its resolution?
Are JPEG files the same as the original photo?
Are there any other types of photo files besides JPEG?
Are there disadvantages to royalty free stock photography?
What is the main advantage of royalty free stock photography?
How do I access royalty free photos?
Can I buy royalty free video clips just like I buy stock photography?
Do royalty free images come with any licensing parameters?
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How can I make my vector files more compatible?
What is a stock photography portfolio
What type of stock shots sell?
Should I have someone else represent me as a stock photographer?
As a stock photographer, can I deduct the expenses of working from home?
Is the site that wants to sell your stock photos legitimate?
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What makes a photo have impact in a presentation?
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Can amateur photographers earn income selling stock photos?
Is it always best to search for stock photos yourself?
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What kind of photos can I sell online?
How are key words used on stock photo sites?
How do stock photo key word searches work?
What is rights-managed photography
What does a rights-managed stock photo cost?
What are the advantages of a rights managed photo?
What can happen if I use a stock photo illegally?
What types of copyright protection can photographers get?
How do I find a free blog photo?
Is it always legal to use a celebrity stock photo in my blog?
What are some creative ways to use blog photos?
Are professional graphic designers the only ones who can alter or stylize photos?
How can I make my newsletters and other reports more interesting?
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How do I search for free photos?
Are the stock shots offered online for free just a lower quality?
Why does my free stock photo look blurry?
How does public domain apply to free stock photos?
How do I know which free photo to choose?
Do photos of famous people and places violate copyright rules?
how to I choose the right free photo?
Can I sell my web graphic online?
Where do I get a stock photo on a tight deadline?
What is a stock photography subscription?
What are photo licensing agreements?
Should I sell my photos online for as low as $1?
How much do stock photos cost?
Why pay money for a professional stock shot over an amateur one?
How do I take better flash images
How do I take better flash images with my camera?
How is flash technology being used in education?
How do I use flash files to build a slideshow?
How do I find culturally-diverse people pictures
What type of people images have the most impact on an audience?
Do black and white shots make good stock photography?
How should I choose the best nature stock photo?
What kind of photo motivates an audience?
Why does the stock photo I bought not look the same once I use it?
Why is animal stock photography so popular?
What are the copyright issues with stock photos?
Should I use props in stock photography?
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| William Pirraglia |
