I love the idea of sharing photos and other images with family and friends. I can also see a student taking advantage of this ability to use illustrations in conjunction with research or creative papers for class. The flip side to Getty Images and other stock houses is the impact it has made on the business for illustrators. Magazines, newspapers, etc. can now purchase an image for a realtively low price and bypass artists who would, of course, have to charge a great deal more for an original illustrations.

Well, you all thought I couldn't/wouldn't do it, but here I am! (Thanks, Laura, for your encouragement!!) It was not difficult and will be interesting to continue the process. My arm now hurts from patting myself on the back!!

Off we go!