Picture This! Creative Commons And Image Licensing

sing an unlicensed image for a personal blog post without any commercial intent might not seem like the end of the world. Doing the same for product packaging, a company website or even marketing material is quite another matter. Once discovered, you could expect little time to pass before you receive a cease-and-desist letter from the image's copyright holder.

The use of copyrighted imagery without a proper license is among the most widespread of Intellectual Property (IP) rights violations, and its consequences can add up quickly. But a little knowledge goes a long way: You can avoid this problem with an appreciation of copyright standards and by following some simple steps for image sourcing and licensing.