Make your own picture

Presenting using PowerPoint is today, slowly moving away from the wrong concepts that caused ‘death-by-PowerPoint’. One of the many tips, fast being put into action is of adding relevant photos to convey a message. For example, if I am to convey looking at a computer, working on the PC, creating ppts etc I would add a picture like this:

Now this image is very clear and captures one’s imagination!

But as we are creating a story, we find that getting relevant images becomes difficult and really tiresome. Also it sometimes lacks the personal touch when dealing with your personal story. So is there a way to make each image personal in addition to being relevant?

Well, there is!

Go, make your own photo. (I said make, not take and that is the big difference)

I find great satisfaction in snapping photos – but only after I have created a storyboard and have a clear idea of what I want to capture. Well, sometimes we really can’t get a great picture as professionals, but it still makes it very personal! You can also use Adobe Photoshop to do some modifications, or even Picasa for the simple effect – like B&W, crop etc.

Now, this is a photo that I made which coveys the message mentioned above:

And I personally know and feel, that this is a much better image and it aids in my visual storytelling

So why don’t you get your camera and make your own picture.

(Remember: Make a picture – Preparing a storyboard is vital before clicking photos)