request for use of photos (animals)

[ligerwolve]

Hi Its been a long time since I have posted but I could not remember my password

Im looking for reference photos of:

Grey wolf, preferably close up (I like to be able to really see the fur), nice variation in colour.
Horses, close up preferably with fringe on the face.
Foxes.
Owls, Id LOVE an image with an owl landing but wings spread.
and Elephants.

I will be having a gallery exhibition later this year and these are the sorts of animals they would like to see. Because of this I would be much more comfortable if people offer a picture they are happy for me to paint. I know I can just go through the gallery but my pictures are quite "real" looking and Id hate to upset someone.

So if you have a photo you wouldnt mind me using I would be very grateful!

Some of you may be getting a message from me begging to use an image any way

[Charlie's Mum]

All of the images in the RIL are free to use as you wish - as long as you don't reproduce the photo itself for your work!

Photorealism is fine ....... so if there are photos found in your search here, then use them - copyright is not an issue except if used as a photo.

It's also advisable to credit the photographer when showing the work.

[ligerwolve]

Thank you. I have sent a few PMs to the photographers so hopefully I can get their names