Research Guides: Image Collections: Resources

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Subjects: Art History, Design Formation, Fine Arts, Image Collections, Photography, Publishing, Religious Studies, Web and Mobile App Design and Development

List of Resources

Many images on the sites below have been cleared for educational use. However, remember to check the permitted uses for any image you find to ensure you are not violating copyright. You should always give credit ("attribution") for an image you use, unless it's specifically not required.

ARTstor Digital Library This link opens in a new window
A digital library of over a million images in the areas of art, architecture, the humanities, and social sciences.
openverse This link opens in a new window
An extensive library of free stock photos, images, and audio, available for free use. All images and audio clips are either CC licensed or in the public domain. For more details on permitted uses see About Creative Commons.
EBSCO Image Collections This link opens in a new window
Select More from the Database of images from top menu and click on Images. Database of images from EBSCO Publishers; includes a variety of news archives and photo collections. Strong on world news and events. Permission to use in College assignments and instruction in print or within D2L. No posting on public websites or blogs.
IAN Image and Video Library This link opens in a new window
Particularly good for science topics. Includes custom made vector symbols designed specifically for enhancing complex (or simple) science topics. Cost-free for any use, with attribution, except redistribution or sales.
Library and Archives Canada - Collection Search This link opens in a new window
Includes photographs, maps, architectural and technical drawings
National Gallery of Art Images This link opens in a new window
Over 25,000 open access digital images from the US National Gallery of Art, with many famus works included. NGA's Open Access Policy encourages wide use and provides details on permissions.