Editing Copyright-Free and Public Domain Images


=== Recommended Sources for Copyright-Free and Public Domain Images ===

==== Public Domain Resources ====

# '''Library of Congress:'''
#* A treasure trove of historical photographs, many of which are in the public domain.
#* Perfect for historical images like daguerreotypes or early Kodak ads for the introduction chapter.
# '''The Met Collection:'''
#* Offers over 400,000 high-resolution public domain images from its collection.
#* Search for “camera obscura,” “early photography,” or “George Eastman” for historical visuals.
# '''Europeana:'''
#* A digital library of European cultural heritage, with many public domain photographs and artworks.
# '''Wikimedia Commons:'''
#* A large repository of public domain and freely licensed media.
#* Ideal for finding educational diagrams, historical photography, and modern examples.

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==== Copyright-Free Image Platforms ====

# '''Unsplash:'''
#* High-quality, royalty-free images contributed by photographers.
#* Great for modern photography topics like “visual language” or smartphone photography.
# '''Pexels:'''
#* Free images and videos for any use, including commercial purposes.
#* Ideal for creative examples of light, composition, and depth of field.
# '''Pixabay:'''
#* Free images, illustrations, and videos.
#* Good for abstract visuals or conceptual themes like “visual storytelling.”
# '''Rawpixel:'''
#* Public domain and free resources, including vintage and modern photography.

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==== Specialized Photography Collections ====

# '''NASA’s Image Library:'''
#* High-quality public domain images of Earth, space, and scientific phenomena.
#* Perfect for exploring light and advanced topics like astrophotography.
# '''New York Public Library Digital Collections:'''
#* Includes public domain historical photographs and artworks.
# '''The Getty Open Content Program:'''
#* A collection of free-to-use art and photographs for educational purposes.