Finding Free Images on the Web : Using Search Engines

You can also use some of the familiar search engines to find re-usable images.  Settings in the Advanced search functions can help sort out those images in the public domain, or otherwise labeled for re-use. 

Using Google Images :
1. Go to Google Images Advanced Search
2. Fill in the search box with your search terms
           *  Hint : Consider also searching synonyms (e.g. vegetables, veggies, vittles)

3. Select other parameters as appropriate
4. In the Usage Rights section, click the radio button for "Only images labeled for reuse."
* Please be aware that conditions may apply to using any images you find through Google Image Search.

Using Flickr Advanced Search :
1. Go to Flickr Advanced Search
2. Enter your search terms
                * Hint : Consider also searching synonyms (e.g. vegetables, veggies, vittles)

3. In the Creative Commons section towards the bottom of the screen,
check "Only search within Creative Commons-licensed content"
check "Find content to modify, adapt, or build upon."

Did you find the perfect picture on Flickr?  Another option is to ASK the owner for permission to use the image.  With so many people posting their images, many hobbyists are very willing to share their work for limited purposes.  Often, they are delighted someone takes an interest in their work.