Church Admin Corner

Last in our series of copyright information for parishes is a closer look at photos and images.

In addition to music and text copyright issues, most photos and graphics are under active copyright. Even things found quickly online with an internet search are almost certainly copyrighted and should not be used without appropriate permissions.

Creative Commons is a source for free images. Search Google images > More > Tools > Usage Rights > Creative Commons License.

Some free-use image libraries are available online (such as https://free-images.com/ and others). Shutterstock is also a common resource if you have a budget for licensing photos. Canva, an online graphic design tool, has a large library of pictures and charities can sign up for a pro account for free. Learn more at canva.com. 

RJ Chambers, Office Administrator, churched@edmonton.anglican.ca