Freely available 3D graphics resources [closed]

Question

I'm primarily a programmer and always have the same issue when starting new projects: I have no artistic bone in my body. But you can't always afford an artist.

What resources can I use for graphics? I'm primarily looking for free 3D models in various file types. They don't have to be elaborate, but should work for rapid prototyping.

Answer 1

Some years ago, for the GameDev.Net "Four Elements" contest, I compiled an extremely large list (link leads to WayBackMachine now). I haven't revisited it in some time, so probably a fair few dead links, but I'm sure there's quite a lot of live and kicking links too. It starts off with a bunch of technology links, but just scroll down. There's plenty of models and textures links.