Vector graphics allow the designer to create artwork with no limitation on the quality within an image. Once created in design software, such as Adobe Illustrator, these vector graphics can be scaled up for billboards and beyond without distortion.
These graphics usually provide better quality over the traditional lossy image formats, such as Bitmap and JPEG. This means that if you were to view a vector and bitmap image next to each other, as you zoomed in you’ll be able to see that the bitmap image will suffer from pixelation while the vector graphic’s quality will remain intact.
Here are 7 of our favourite websites. Without registration you’ll be able to download free vector grpahics of various categories which will help you with your designs. the common formats you will find will be .eps, .ai, .ps and .pdf. We have chosen the following websites as they have a diverse range of different goodies to snatch up!
7 of the best Free Vectors Websites
Vecteezy is an index of Free Vector Graphics available for download by some of the best artists around the world
Contains a select collection of vectors through categories such as Icon, Nature, Abstract and more. It also allows you to leave comments, tips, and hints on their vectors.
Similar to Vecteezy, on this site you’re also able to submit your own vector graphics allowing you to gain exposure and recognition. Most of the files are in EPS format and licensed under Creative Commons.
This site offers a high quality stock of vectors with categories ranging from animal to vintage. You’ll find 72 pages of creative graphics carrying over 840+ free vectors.
VectorArt.org houses a great selection of free vector graphics downloadable in several file formats including EPS, AI and PDF. You’re easily able to scan for graphics while similar to FreeVectorGraphics.net you can vote for your favourites.
Vector Valley is a vectorial gallery showcasing quality graphics and artworks in various formats such as EPS, AI, CDR, and SVG. Vector Valley also offers additional tools such as Vector Tutorials, Illustrators Profiles, and more.
Their goal is to make the vectors as easy to search as possible. You can also participate on the site by submitting any possible vectors you’ve created or links to vectors you haven’t seen stocked on the site.
#1 by Extreme John at July 1st, 2009
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I am constantly looking for stuff to make my design needs a little easier, I am hardly a graphics person and have just about zero skills. This is a nice collection, thank you.
#2 by Nicholas Morley at July 1st, 2009
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Hi John, Thank you for your feedback, we plan to add more tips along the same lines this month.