LFS:Workshops/Photo Editing for the Web

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Taking good photos

  • the rule of thirds
  • get to know your camera, use alternate settings
  • use a tripod or stabilise yourself
  • take lots, use few
  • be prepared to touch up your photos


Background on digital photograph

Photo formats


Photos and their colour models

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Resolutions

pixel comparison

  • resolutions: the proof is in the pixels
  • screen resolution: 72 dpi*, appropriate for presentations
    • this can be tricky. the display at "actual pixel size" is what matters most
  • print resolution: 300 dpi, ideal for printed materials
  • Should I worry about megapixels? No. (calculator)

Storing photos


Editing photos

  • Important for online:
    • Cropping
    • Re-sizing
      • Image size vs canvas size
      • Maintaining proportions
    • Adjusting levels
    • Filters
  • Software: Adobe Photoshop and Gimp
  • Online: Fotor and Sumo Paint


Sharing photos


Finding photos