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Talking Shop Episode - Using Stock Graphics
7 July 2009, 11:11 am

I find the people have mixed feelings about the use of stock graphics in design.  Im not just talking about backgrounds or icons, but vectors, photos, and other more detailed items.  Some people tend to look down their nose at designers who use a lot of stock graphics.

Personally,  I don’t think there is anything wrong with it.  I tend to use a lot of stock graphics in my work, but thats just me.

I want to know what you guys think about the use of stock graphics in web and print design.









Source: Outlaw Design Blog

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I think moderate use of stock images is helpful, but too much and you run the risk of being a "biter" or "copycat".

It's nice to compile a stack of your own photography and graphics that you make in your off-time. I think most professional designers are ALWAYS adding to the their arsenal of photographs and other media materials for their work.