LibGuides UFV: AH 101, Art and Culture in the West to 1400 (Jill Bain): Images

Finding and Using Images

Looking for guidance on using images in your assignments? Take a look at our Finding Images: Public Domain Versus Creative Commons Libguide.

Using Artstor Libguide
This is a detailed libguide provided by Artstor. It includes detailed instructions on how to find images within the database.

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Over 2.5 million downloadable art images, including the following subject areas: Architecture, painting, sculpture, photography, decorative arts, fashion, design. International focus. Please note: This database with be retired in August 2024 and content will be transitioned to JSTOR. For full access you may need to login to JSTOR and search for images there.
To download images, you must create personal JSTOR login. Please be advised that the personal information you disclose to JSTOR is stored on servers located in the United States of America. When you use this service, no personal information about you is collected by or for the University. Canadian privacy laws do not apply to personal information you provide directly to JSTOR. Downloading by institution is not available.
Permitted Uses for this Database

Google Arts and Culture
Artworks of over 2000 cultural institutions are available in high resolution, with ability to zoom into fine details. Artworks also organized by collections, themes, artists, medium, art movement and more. Google Street View provides virtual tours of major world galleries.

If you are know which gallery or museum houses your art work, check their website for online images.