Today, I got an email newsletter that had a photo in it that I have seen, and I thought less of the designer....my fears are confirmed.....

hmm - could be true but istock is pretty common for use by designers. Personally don't have a problem with it but I understand your concern

believes that as long as you can create a finished product with the resources that are given...

and that it looks beautiful

i would not think any less of you or your work

why do you think Stock photos are made??

I wouldn't worry about it

agreed.....it's just funny that I saw it today and thought "dang"

Gotta love that