It seems like we are becoming a template-driven society where everything is 99% pre-made, leaving some room for customization. This goes for everything from cars on the sales lot to web page designs and graphics. That is because for most of us, pre-made, pre-designed items are perfect for us! For the average person, small business owner, and web site owner, pre-made graphics for a small fee are the best option. Here’s why!

Reason #1 Less Stress
Using pre-made web templates and graphics (in some cases you can find whole sets with a theme) is much easier than trying to create your own from scratch. You need to be a graphic designer, web developer and programmer to create one that can compete in today’s market, so if you don’t have advanced skills, you’ll save a lot of time and stress buy using pre-made graphics.

Yes, you can find free templates, but you will spend hours, if not day and weeks trying to find a set of free graphics that fit your theme and are to the standard you require. Additionally, many free clipart and graphic sites are jungles of links that get you no where but lost in a parallel universe full of pop-up windows. It is much easier to buy an inexpensive subscription to a graphics library.

Reason #2 Less Expensive Than a Custom Graphic Designs
Many people say that pre-made graphics for a small fee are better than graphic designers, but who do they think made those free graphics in the first place? That is the great, and often overlooked fact about pre-made graphics-they were created by a pro. Graphic designers are worth their weight in gold, but their custom graphic design services (and fees) are not practical for everyone. Unless you need a custom logo, or original artwork, you may find pre-made graphics suit your needs.

Reason #3 Pre-Made Graphics are Better than No Graphics
Studies show that the easiest way to increase sales is by adding images to your website and sales material. Images reinforce your sales pitch and potential buyers, with dozens of options at their fingertips, are going to judge your website by its appeal. Honestly, what website doesn’t have graphics on it? Graphics increase sales and add credibility to your site and with inexpensive graphics available online, there is no excuse not to have them.

Reason #4 You’ll be Cool With “The Man”
Was the last free graphic you downloaded really copyright free? Was it really created by the website owner? Are you using it on your website or sales documents with permission? Are you sure? With paid subscriptions you have the confidence of knowing that the images are legal to use.

Often free sites are actually a gathering of graphics from various sites and sources where the images are labeled “freely distributable” or do not have a copyright. If you used the images in a direct mail piece, or a client project, it would be a little embarrassing if that client was contacted by the owner of the image and learned it was NOT freely distributed.

So, now that you know why to use a graphics subscription service, which ones are available? The following is a short list of the sites with a long-standing record of customer satisfaction.

Clipart by GraphicsFactory.com
Graphics factory has over 1 Million ready-to-use clip art images, photos, animations, backgrounds, templates, and more. You can use their graphics to create and resell web templates, Shirts, books, digital kits and much more! They have the best selection, quality and prices on the Web.

TemplateMonster.com
Template Monster website templates, flash templates and other products are ready-made web designs, that can be used as a basis for fast and high-quality website. Our website templates, flash templates and all other products are completely customizable and ready for immediate download.

Steves-Templates.com
Free and pay web page templates which are nice looking, professional and can be used free for personal and business websites. Whether you don’t know how to design a web page or are in a hurry to get a site up, these templates are a perfect solution.