Some of the Library’s databases allow you to search exclusively for images, figures, or tables. Instructions for each database are included below. All databases may be accessed from the A-Z Databases page available on the top ribbon of the Library page. 

Gale

After running your search, click images.  Notice copyright information ill appear at the bottom of the image.

EBSCOhost

If searching in EBSCOhost hover over “More” in the top banner, then “Images”. Images will reveal two options—Image Quick View Collection and ISCTRC Image Collection. We recommend selecting Image Quick View Collection.  The Image Collection search screen appears. Enter your search terms in the search box. Under Search Options you may select a specific Image Type if applicable.

ProQuest

ProQuest allows you to search individually indexed visual data representations, such as charts, tables, illustrations, and other data-rich figures using the Figures & Tables search. The Figures & Tables search is the first link located under the Advanced Search heading.

Enter your search terms in the search box. Under Search Options you may select a specific Figure/table type if applicable.

Public Domain Images

Public domain images may be reproduced, altered and distributed without permission. This is because either because their copyright expired (and was not renewed), or because the author specifically released his/her images to the public domain. However, when using websites, it is important to check each image to make sure it is within the public domain and has no restrictions on its use. Some images may be used for educational purposes, but not commercially.

Additionally, materials that you use or download must cite the author/creator and the original source.