If I do not like you have old photos in boxes, pictures scattered in various scrapbook or album, a hard disk with the images stored in places that do not even remember, maybe even an undeveloped film (who knows what you can do anything!). If you are looking for something to do with them, why not a presentation on a DVD full of music and special effects? This is a good way to make a permanent record of all your images as DVD can take up to 100 to keepyears. There are many companies that must perform this service for you (including copyright) or you can do it yourself. If you want to do it yourself, here are some ideas to help you.
Know your audience
The most important aspect in creating a photomontage is knowing your audience. Ultimately, what you do with your installation tells a story. It 'actually said, you know what you have said. The public will have an important role in howphoto you want to include the type of music you want and the length of the presentation. Here are some concrete ideas:
* If you plan to install a larger audience (such as a birthday, wedding reception / dinner or year birthday party), make sure you ask how you intend to offer. Your presentation is a backdrop for the party to be or there is a time to sit where everyone comes together to show? As background, probablyFor more pictures to use. So people can see what you want to share, mix, and then come back shares as the party to look around. If your installation will be displayed with the expectation that people will not make it to see, keep the presentation is limited to about 4 songs (about 125-175 photos). This is a good length some nice excitement short enough not to stay the proceedings.
* If you intend to make the presentation to appearThe public is small and intimate, the best is quick and powerful. One to two personal songs, with about 75 pictures a big surprise.
Importance of the decree
There are several methods you can do for your photos (thematic, chronological, etc.). As usual, the best flow is a chronological order. Chronological order to see all facets of human life in a way that everyone will understand that is enclosed. HeCreating a great nostalgia effect early on what your audience's attention immediately to withdrawal.
Music
generic speeches, songs with lyrics are the best. Since most of the DVD will be pictures with texts of great help to link the images to music. If a particular text matches with what has happened in a particular photo that is even better.
As a genre, is a matter of personal taste. Experience, but a mixture is usually the mostpowerful. If you have an upbeat, animated presentation to match the music is appropriate. If you are looking for something interesting and emotional, think about your list, because it is a great film. You want a lighter side, some dramatic, and a fantastic conclusion. Depending on the number of images you have, probably one or two up-tempo songs, one or two slower songs, and then hand homerun to end.
Then choose some songs, it's a good idea to think likefolk songs in general. What is the personal favorite song? How is a song from their childhood? Perhaps a version of a song works better than others (such as acoustic against electric)? There is an enormous amount of music online is a good idea to explore. You'll know when you see it in the show, if it goes really well.
Photo Quality
A major problem with the creation of a photomontage and photo editing. There are a lot of software can clean los crackslighting, adjust color, remove blemishes, etc., some better than other structures (see http://www.cnet.com for details). The only problem is a software solution, but it is a usual photo. Unfortunately, the image is an image out of focus out of focus even in the presentation. If you have images you choose to include, is clearly what you have. Remember that your presentation very transitions, backgrounds may have pan and zoom, etc., soI want photos with a focus that is as clean as possible. beautiful photographs facilitating the flow of the presentation.
Video
A good way to add a touch to your video editing to add. If you can find and isolate a few good video clips that will be a great touch. If you decide to add video clips, not too long. Remember that you have a story to tell and we will proceed. Keep the clip of about thirty seconds, and consider the use of video as a breaking point between'Chapters' or talk.
Tell It
Another great touch voice recording for personal use in your presentation. If your offer is a gift, your voice that makes it much more personal (and remember). The voice recording can be done at home on most computers. Connect the microphone and go for it!
Quotes and Poems
If you're really looking for a mounting emotional creation, use captions. Can be customized quotes, famous quotes, short poems,Whatever your preference, etc., a good quote can help you get the true meaning behind a certain image to carry or pull out the deep emotions.
Customize
What makes a special gift? The idea is, of course – especially the idea that comes to you. As it happens, a lot of customization, however small, is crucial. Think of it as your signature on a painting. Whether it's a song title or even a few pictures sure to make your own.
TheEnd
Sometimes one of the best parts of a film stands out in recent times (think of "Build Me Up Buttercup" at the end of There's Something About Mary). If you can get your "bloopers reel," would be an excellent finish for presentation.
Back-up plan
Once the images are scanned, cataloged, and ready to begin installation, be sure the original file only if you have to gothem for one reason or another. It 's a good idea to have a separate folder with your edited photos. So for two copies of a "doomsday scenario". It also provides a way to print all photos can be shared over time (crack, turn to keep the yellow, etc.).
We hope that these ideas are useful to you. Creating a slideshow is a lot of work but it was always worth it to end.