Graphic Design Education Resources
Graphic design education encompasses the learning and teaching of design principles, techniques, software, and creative processes used in the creation of visual graphics and design elements. It involves developing skills in areas such as typography, layout, color theory, branding, digital media, and advertising.
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IMG Candy- Recommend Middle/High School
Image Candy was developed by Icecream Apps team, which means proven reliability and high quality for processing image files. In 2016, we launched PDF Candy to provide users all over the world with online PDF tools
Burst by Shopify- Recommend Middle/High School
Burst by Shopify is a resource for high-quality, royalty-free images for marketing materials. The site features many pictures, including lifestyle shots, business-related photos, and more. The images are free and can be downloaded in various sizes and formats.
*Draw Plus Starter Edition (Affinity)- Recommend Middle/High School
Affinity is a suite of creative software programs developed by Serif for designers, photographers, and other creative professionals. The suite includes three programs: Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, and Affinity Publisher.
Canva- Recommend Middle/High School
Canva is a graphic design platform that allows users to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, documents, and other visual content. The platform provides access to various templates, graphics, and fonts to make the design process more accessible and intuitive for users with varying levels of design experience. Canva is free, with additional features and resources available through a paid subscription.
Create HER Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Create Her Stock is where you can find free stock photos focusing on diversity and inclusion. The images are created by a community of photographers and designers to represent underrepresented demographics in stock photography.
Creative Commons (Open Verse)- Recommend Middle/High School
Creative Commons allows you to search for innovative commons-licensed material, including images, videos, music, and more. This means the material can be used and shared with permission without needing individual licensing agreements.
Vista Print (Crello)- Recommend Middle/High School
Vista Print is an online platform that allows users to create personalized products such as photo books, calendars, cards, and other printed goods. It offers a user-friendly interface allowing users to upload photos and customize their products with various design options, layouts, and backgrounds. Users can also choose from different printing options and receive their products promptly.
Death to Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Death to the Stock Photo prides itself on providing images not typically found on traditional stock photo websites. They work with a community of photographers to create authentic, real-life images that capture emotions and tell stories. Their library includes various images from nature, travel, lifestyle, and other categories.
*Deposit Photos- Recommend Middle/High School
Deposit Photos provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the photos for free by creating a free account or signing in with their social media accounts. However, it's important to note that the free images on this website are subject to a license agreement, which limits how they can be used.
*Easel.ly- Recommend Middle/High School
Easel.ly offers a library of customizable templates that users can use as a design starting point. The website provides various tools and features that allow users to customize their designs, including different shapes, icons, and fonts. Users can also upload images, graphics, and data to create unique visual content.
Flickr- Recommend Middle/High School
Flickr allows users to upload and organize their photos and videos into albums and collections. Users can also share their content with others by creating galleries or sharing individual images or videos. The website allows users to control who can see and download their content.
*Foca Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Foca Stock typically provide a range of photos, illustrations, and videos that are contributed by photographers and designers from around the world. They offer a user-friendly interface that allows users to search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. The content on these websites is typically subject to a license agreement that outlines how it can be used for personal or commercial purposes and how many times it can be used.
Foodies Feed- Recommend Middle/High School
Foodies Feed created by Jakub Kapusnak, a photographer and entrepreneur who wanted to offer a free resource of food photos to help other food bloggers and culinary enthusiasts. The images on Foodiesfeed are contributed by a community of photographers and food bloggers worldwide. The website offers a range of search and filter options to help users find the right image for their needs.
*Free Images- Recommend Middle/High School
FreeImages.com provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the pictures for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
*Getty Images- Recommend Middle/High School
Getty Images offers a wide range of high-quality visual content, including photos, videos, and illustrations, that can be licensed in various digital and print media. The resource page provides users with code snippets that they can use to embed Getty Images content on their websites or social media accounts.
*Gratisography- Recommend Middle/High School
Gratisography was made by Ryan McGuire, a graphic designer, and photographer, who wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on Gratisography are contributed by McGuire himself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from animals and nature to people and technology. The website provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to search for images by keywords or categories.
Jay Mantri- Recommend Middle/High School
Jay Mantri is a website that offers free, high-quality stock photos for personal and commercial use. The site features many images, from landscapes and architecture to technology and animals. Photographer Jay Mantri takes all the images and is free to use without attribution.
Jopwell Collection- Recommend Middle/High School
Jopwell Collection is a photo-sharing platform that hosts galleries of photos related to various topics, such as events, companies, and communities.
*ISO Republic- Recommend Middle/High School
ISO Republic provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the pictures for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
*iStock Photo- Recommend Middle/High School
iStock provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can purchase credits or subscribe to a plan to download the content, and they can use it in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
*Kaboom Pics- Recommend Middle/High School
Karolina Grabowska, a Polish photographer and designer, wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on Kaboompics are contributed by Grabowska herself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from food and travel to fashion and lifestyle. The website provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, colors, or categories.
Kids Think Learning- Recommend Middle/High School
Kids Think Design is a website that introduces children to the design world and encourages them to think creatively. The website provides various resources and activities to help children develop design thinking and problem-solving skills.
It offers information and resources on different areas of design, including graphic design, product design, and architecture. The website also provides a range of design challenges for children to complete, designed to encourage them to think creatively and apply their design skills.
*Life of Pix- Recommend Middle/High School
The images on Life of Pix are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to architecture and people. The website provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to search for images by keywords or categories.
Little Visuals- Recommend Middle/High School
Little Visuals began life as a passion project of Nic Jackson. Tragically, Nic died suddenly in November 2013. While Nic didn’t get to maintain and grow Little Visuals himself, this website remains accessible to all. As his family, we have ensured that all images remain available and accessible commercially.
Lucid Press-Recommend Middle/High School
Lucidpress is a web-based design and publishing tool that allows users to create professional-quality print and digital publications, including brochures, flyers, magazines, newsletters, and more. The platform features a drag-and-drop interface that is easy to use, even for those without design experience.
Morguefile- Recommend Middle/High School
Morguefile is a website where users can find and download high-resolution stock photos for free. It is a community-driven platform where photographers can upload their images, and users can search and download them for use in their personal or commercial projects. The website offers photos in different categories, from landscapes and architecture to people and technology. The images on Morguefile are free to use, but users are encouraged to credit the photographer whenever possible.
My Cute Graphics- Recommend Middle/High School
My Cute Graphics offers a range of images and graphics covering various topics, including animals, holidays, school, and sports. The website provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, or themes.
*New Old Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
New Old Stock offers a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free to use for personal or commercial purposes. The website was created by two designers, Thibault and Wladimir, who wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on NOS are contributed by Thibault and Wladimir, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to people and abstract art.
Pexels- Recommend Middle/High School
Pexels offers an extensive collection of high-quality stock photos, videos, and illustrations that are free for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a vast library of visual content from a worldwide community of photographers and designers.
Pic Jumbo- Recommend Middle/High School
The website was created by Viktor Hanacek, a photographer, and entrepreneur, who wanted to offer a free resource of beautiful and unique photos to help other creatives and businesses. The images on Picjumbo are contributed by Hanacek himself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to technology and fashion.
*Pic Spree- Recommend Middle/High School
FreeImages.com provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the photos for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
Pik Wizard- Recommend Middle/High School
Pikwizard provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more. In addition to the free photos and videos, Pikwizard also offers a design tool called Design Wizard, which allows users to create custom designs using the visual content from the website.
*Pixabay- Recommend Middle/High School
Pixabay provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
Pixton- Recommend Middle/High School
Pixton provides a drag-and-drop interface allowing users to create and customize their characters, scenes, and dialogues. The website offers a library of pre-made characters, props, and backgrounds for users to make comics.
*Poster My Wall- Recommend Middle/High School
PosterMyWall provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to customize templates with text, images, and branding. Users can upload their ideas, choose from a library of stock photos and graphics, and customize their designs' layouts, colors, and fonts.
Raw Pixel- Recommend Middle/High School
Rawpixel provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free or purchase a license for commercial use and use it in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
Re Shot- Recommend Middle/High School
Reshot is an online platform that offers a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free to use for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a curated library of photos that are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world.
Skitter Photo- Recommend Middle/High School
Skitterphoto is an online platform offering a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a library of images that are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world.
Stock Snap- Recommend Middle/High School
Stocksnap is a popular choice for designers, marketers, and other professionals who require high-quality visual content for their projects. The website is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive visual content library that represents people from different backgrounds, cultures, and identities.
Stock Vault- Recommend Middle/High School
Stockvault provides various resources and tools to help users find the right visual content for their projects, including a search engine, curated collections, and a custom content service.
Styled Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Styled Stock Co. provides various resources and tools to help users find the right visual content for their projects, including a search engine, curated collections, and a custom content service.
*Tuts Plus- Recommend Middle/High School
Tuts+ is a website that offers a variety of courses on design-related topics. They offer both free and paid courses, as well as tutorials and articles on design. The courses cover graphic design, web design, UX/UI design, illustration, and more.
Unsplash- Recommend Middle/High School
Unsplash is also known for its community-driven approach, where photographers and users can engage and collaborate.
IMG Candy- Recommend Middle/High School
Image Candy was developed by Icecream Apps team, which means proven reliability and high quality for processing image files. In 2016, we launched PDF Candy to provide users all over the world with online PDF tools
Burst by Shopify- Recommend Middle/High School
Burst by Shopify is a resource for high-quality, royalty-free images for marketing materials. The site features many pictures, including lifestyle shots, business-related photos, and more. The images are free and can be downloaded in various sizes and formats.
*Draw Plus Starter Edition (Affinity)- Recommend Middle/High School
Affinity is a suite of creative software programs developed by Serif for designers, photographers, and other creative professionals. The suite includes three programs: Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, and Affinity Publisher.
Canva- Recommend Middle/High School
Canva is a graphic design platform that allows users to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, documents, and other visual content. The platform provides access to various templates, graphics, and fonts to make the design process more accessible and intuitive for users with varying levels of design experience. Canva is free, with additional features and resources available through a paid subscription.
Create HER Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Create Her Stock is where you can find free stock photos focusing on diversity and inclusion. The images are created by a community of photographers and designers to represent underrepresented demographics in stock photography.
Creative Commons (Open Verse)- Recommend Middle/High School
Creative Commons allows you to search for innovative commons-licensed material, including images, videos, music, and more. This means the material can be used and shared with permission without needing individual licensing agreements.
Vista Print (Crello)- Recommend Middle/High School
Vista Print is an online platform that allows users to create personalized products such as photo books, calendars, cards, and other printed goods. It offers a user-friendly interface allowing users to upload photos and customize their products with various design options, layouts, and backgrounds. Users can also choose from different printing options and receive their products promptly.
Death to Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Death to the Stock Photo prides itself on providing images not typically found on traditional stock photo websites. They work with a community of photographers to create authentic, real-life images that capture emotions and tell stories. Their library includes various images from nature, travel, lifestyle, and other categories.
*Deposit Photos- Recommend Middle/High School
Deposit Photos provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the photos for free by creating a free account or signing in with their social media accounts. However, it's important to note that the free images on this website are subject to a license agreement, which limits how they can be used.
*Easel.ly- Recommend Middle/High School
Easel.ly offers a library of customizable templates that users can use as a design starting point. The website provides various tools and features that allow users to customize their designs, including different shapes, icons, and fonts. Users can also upload images, graphics, and data to create unique visual content.
Flickr- Recommend Middle/High School
Flickr allows users to upload and organize their photos and videos into albums and collections. Users can also share their content with others by creating galleries or sharing individual images or videos. The website allows users to control who can see and download their content.
*Foca Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Foca Stock typically provide a range of photos, illustrations, and videos that are contributed by photographers and designers from around the world. They offer a user-friendly interface that allows users to search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. The content on these websites is typically subject to a license agreement that outlines how it can be used for personal or commercial purposes and how many times it can be used.
Foodies Feed- Recommend Middle/High School
Foodies Feed created by Jakub Kapusnak, a photographer and entrepreneur who wanted to offer a free resource of food photos to help other food bloggers and culinary enthusiasts. The images on Foodiesfeed are contributed by a community of photographers and food bloggers worldwide. The website offers a range of search and filter options to help users find the right image for their needs.
*Free Images- Recommend Middle/High School
FreeImages.com provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the pictures for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
*Getty Images- Recommend Middle/High School
Getty Images offers a wide range of high-quality visual content, including photos, videos, and illustrations, that can be licensed in various digital and print media. The resource page provides users with code snippets that they can use to embed Getty Images content on their websites or social media accounts.
*Gratisography- Recommend Middle/High School
Gratisography was made by Ryan McGuire, a graphic designer, and photographer, who wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on Gratisography are contributed by McGuire himself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from animals and nature to people and technology. The website provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to search for images by keywords or categories.
Jay Mantri- Recommend Middle/High School
Jay Mantri is a website that offers free, high-quality stock photos for personal and commercial use. The site features many images, from landscapes and architecture to technology and animals. Photographer Jay Mantri takes all the images and is free to use without attribution.
Jopwell Collection- Recommend Middle/High School
Jopwell Collection is a photo-sharing platform that hosts galleries of photos related to various topics, such as events, companies, and communities.
*ISO Republic- Recommend Middle/High School
ISO Republic provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the pictures for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
*iStock Photo- Recommend Middle/High School
iStock provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can purchase credits or subscribe to a plan to download the content, and they can use it in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
*Kaboom Pics- Recommend Middle/High School
Karolina Grabowska, a Polish photographer and designer, wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on Kaboompics are contributed by Grabowska herself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from food and travel to fashion and lifestyle. The website provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, colors, or categories.
Kids Think Learning- Recommend Middle/High School
Kids Think Design is a website that introduces children to the design world and encourages them to think creatively. The website provides various resources and activities to help children develop design thinking and problem-solving skills.
It offers information and resources on different areas of design, including graphic design, product design, and architecture. The website also provides a range of design challenges for children to complete, designed to encourage them to think creatively and apply their design skills.
*Life of Pix- Recommend Middle/High School
The images on Life of Pix are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to architecture and people. The website provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to search for images by keywords or categories.
Little Visuals- Recommend Middle/High School
Little Visuals began life as a passion project of Nic Jackson. Tragically, Nic died suddenly in November 2013. While Nic didn’t get to maintain and grow Little Visuals himself, this website remains accessible to all. As his family, we have ensured that all images remain available and accessible commercially.
Lucid Press-Recommend Middle/High School
Lucidpress is a web-based design and publishing tool that allows users to create professional-quality print and digital publications, including brochures, flyers, magazines, newsletters, and more. The platform features a drag-and-drop interface that is easy to use, even for those without design experience.
Morguefile- Recommend Middle/High School
Morguefile is a website where users can find and download high-resolution stock photos for free. It is a community-driven platform where photographers can upload their images, and users can search and download them for use in their personal or commercial projects. The website offers photos in different categories, from landscapes and architecture to people and technology. The images on Morguefile are free to use, but users are encouraged to credit the photographer whenever possible.
My Cute Graphics- Recommend Middle/High School
My Cute Graphics offers a range of images and graphics covering various topics, including animals, holidays, school, and sports. The website provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, or themes.
*New Old Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
New Old Stock offers a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free to use for personal or commercial purposes. The website was created by two designers, Thibault and Wladimir, who wanted to provide a resource of unique and creative photos to help others with their creative projects. The images on NOS are contributed by Thibault and Wladimir, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to people and abstract art.
Pexels- Recommend Middle/High School
Pexels offers an extensive collection of high-quality stock photos, videos, and illustrations that are free for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a vast library of visual content from a worldwide community of photographers and designers.
Pic Jumbo- Recommend Middle/High School
The website was created by Viktor Hanacek, a photographer, and entrepreneur, who wanted to offer a free resource of beautiful and unique photos to help other creatives and businesses. The images on Picjumbo are contributed by Hanacek himself, and they feature a range of subjects and themes, from nature and landscapes to technology and fashion.
*Pic Spree- Recommend Middle/High School
FreeImages.com provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for images by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the photos for free after creating an account or signing in with their social media accounts.
Pik Wizard- Recommend Middle/High School
Pikwizard provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more. In addition to the free photos and videos, Pikwizard also offers a design tool called Design Wizard, which allows users to create custom designs using the visual content from the website.
*Pixabay- Recommend Middle/High School
Pixabay provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
Pixton- Recommend Middle/High School
Pixton provides a drag-and-drop interface allowing users to create and customize their characters, scenes, and dialogues. The website offers a library of pre-made characters, props, and backgrounds for users to make comics.
*Poster My Wall- Recommend Middle/High School
PosterMyWall provides a user-friendly interface allowing users to customize templates with text, images, and branding. Users can upload their ideas, choose from a library of stock photos and graphics, and customize their designs' layouts, colors, and fonts.
Raw Pixel- Recommend Middle/High School
Rawpixel provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to browse and search for visual content by keywords, categories, and other filters. Users can download the content for free or purchase a license for commercial use and use it in various digital and print media, including websites, social media, presentations, and more.
Re Shot- Recommend Middle/High School
Reshot is an online platform that offers a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free to use for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a curated library of photos that are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world.
Skitter Photo- Recommend Middle/High School
Skitterphoto is an online platform offering a collection of high-quality stock photos that are free for personal or commercial purposes. The website features a library of images that are contributed by a community of photographers from around the world.
Stock Snap- Recommend Middle/High School
Stocksnap is a popular choice for designers, marketers, and other professionals who require high-quality visual content for their projects. The website is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive visual content library that represents people from different backgrounds, cultures, and identities.
Stock Vault- Recommend Middle/High School
Stockvault provides various resources and tools to help users find the right visual content for their projects, including a search engine, curated collections, and a custom content service.
Styled Stock- Recommend Middle/High School
Styled Stock Co. provides various resources and tools to help users find the right visual content for their projects, including a search engine, curated collections, and a custom content service.
*Tuts Plus- Recommend Middle/High School
Tuts+ is a website that offers a variety of courses on design-related topics. They offer both free and paid courses, as well as tutorials and articles on design. The courses cover graphic design, web design, UX/UI design, illustration, and more.
Unsplash- Recommend Middle/High School
Unsplash is also known for its community-driven approach, where photographers and users can engage and collaborate.