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Just a word of caution if anybody is using Free Images for Professional use...
If the place you get the image from does not have a licensing agreement with the copyright owner (usually the photog.) then they have no permission to grant you the right to use that image.
So, even though you think you're getting an image from a site that says they are "Free Images"... you run the risk of getting sued by the Copyright Owner.
To further complicate the issue, if a photographer simply uploads an image to a "Free Photo" site without signing a licensing agreement, the likely retain the rights to the photo... meaning they can seek retroactive fees for the use of the image as well as demand that you stop using the image. (More commonly, they just work out a simple fee for continued use but you get the point)
Just consider this when sourcing photo's for professional projects. You could end up with a lot more hassles and expenses than you bargained for...
Make sure the site offering the images is legit, and has lawful permission to license the images.
Mike.
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