Output Options; Show ’Em And Share ’Em; 10 Tips For Digital Slide Shows
Jon Canfield, November, 2007
Setting your images to music and adding transitions has always been a popular
way to share digital photos, and with the latest crop of software, the options
are better and easier than ever. You have the options included with your operating
system—iPhoto for Mac users and Photo Story for Windows users. Both can
create basic slide shows from your images, along with music, which you can then
burn to a CD or DVD, or share online.
When you’re ready to go beyond the basics it’s time to look into
some of the commercial products that are available. In the class I teach at
BetterPhoto.com, I’ve selected ProShow Gold (www.photodex.com)
for Windows users (#1) and FotoMagico (www.boinx.com)
for the Macintosh platform (#2). Both of these programs offer a number of advanced
features to let you take your shows to the next level. And, if you’re
a pro, or you’re just aspiring to be a pro, they give you more protection
for your images and output options that you’ll find useful when working
with clients.
A common topic with many of my students is how to best present their images.
Whether you’re planning on sharing your shows online, burning a DVD for
display on your computer or television, there are some easy guidelines to help
you put your best image forward.
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