Copyright

As with film and music, just because you have access to an image does not necessarily mean you have the right to reproduce it.  

Reed Library subscribes to image databases that provide access to images for education purposes. This includes student assignments and educational presentations. Notably, if you would like to publish using images found in the below databases or elsewhere, you must clear the rights with the copyright holder, who may request monetary compensation.

Seeking Permission: As a first step, you will need to track down the rightsholder. This can be easier said than done, but sometimes this information can be found as the credit line for the image. Once you've found the copyright holder and their contact information, you can reach out to them to request permission. Be sure to explain how exactly the image will be used and to document all communication. Permission granted verbally is not permission.

Some artists also work with licensing organizations to help manage their image rights and collect payment:

• Artists Rights Society (ARS)
• Design & Artists Copyright Society (DACS)