We talked about the importance of graphics in today’s post. Now let’s talk about what you think: …your strategy for using graphics … where you find them … what they mean to you … do you create your own, are they created for you … how they help you craft your message.
I’m taking the liberty of reprinting Andrew Smith’s comment as a conversation starter (Andrew writes Goatfury Writes):
“I like it. If I'm stumped, I often turn to images to help me tell the rest of the story. I think my stuff is inspired by comic books and other visual media I grew up with, and that shows in the way I publish stuff. Images are incredibly important!”
I have a 'semi' rule - semi because It's not really cast in stone, just my personal goal/preference, to only use images I've created or taken. I use my art a lot and include an inspirational quote from something I've written. When I'm travelling, like now, while in Ireland, I include photos. As other's have said, graphics/images are essential!
I use PicMonkey rather than Canva -- not sure why. I think because I stumbled upon it first and am now accustomed to it. On a rare occassion, I'll use one of their stock photos as my part of my graphic.
I also use your semi-rule. However, I've talked with one Substack author who designs what he wants and then has a "pro" actually do the artwork. Anything but "stock photo looking" stock photos is my other semi-rule..
First ... Louise from Canada? If so, wow! and Ireland! Hope you're having a grand time. I don't think I could be here if I couldn't use photos and art.
I still create my own graphics, I love to design and can spend hours on it. Pinterest is a great place for inspiration but you need to be mindful about not going down the rabbit hole. Nowadays it’s so much easier with Canva to help you get started but you still need a plan and a vision.
I often use Dall E (2 until this week, but recently, Dall E has been upgraded to version 3). I've played with other AI image generators and pretty much enjoy all of them, although I have the most experience with the Bing interface. Sometimes I'll snap a pic of art I've made, but that's really rare. Other times, a photo that references something I want to say (even the occasional meme) does the trick.
I love making my own graphics and memes ... primarily from photos I take. Maybe I never actually outgrew my childhood picture books, but interesting photos and infographics really light up my joy in reading and learning.
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It is me Joyce -- I think because I'm logging in from a different URL in another country, it didn't register me. :)
How fun to connect here! When you're back, let's talk!
I have a 'semi' rule - semi because It's not really cast in stone, just my personal goal/preference, to only use images I've created or taken. I use my art a lot and include an inspirational quote from something I've written. When I'm travelling, like now, while in Ireland, I include photos. As other's have said, graphics/images are essential!
I use PicMonkey rather than Canva -- not sure why. I think because I stumbled upon it first and am now accustomed to it. On a rare occassion, I'll use one of their stock photos as my part of my graphic.
I also use your semi-rule. However, I've talked with one Substack author who designs what he wants and then has a "pro" actually do the artwork. Anything but "stock photo looking" stock photos is my other semi-rule..
First ... Louise from Canada? If so, wow! and Ireland! Hope you're having a grand time. I don't think I could be here if I couldn't use photos and art.
I still create my own graphics, I love to design and can spend hours on it. Pinterest is a great place for inspiration but you need to be mindful about not going down the rabbit hole. Nowadays it’s so much easier with Canva to help you get started but you still need a plan and a vision.
Susan ... you're right about the rabbit hole. Love your graphics.
Thank you ☺️
I often use Dall E (2 until this week, but recently, Dall E has been upgraded to version 3). I've played with other AI image generators and pretty much enjoy all of them, although I have the most experience with the Bing interface. Sometimes I'll snap a pic of art I've made, but that's really rare. Other times, a photo that references something I want to say (even the occasional meme) does the trick.
GIFs, too.
thanks for those details!
Would love to hear your thoughts about graphics
https://gratitudemojo.substack.com/p/whats-your-graphic-strategy/comments
I love making my own graphics and memes ... primarily from photos I take. Maybe I never actually outgrew my childhood picture books, but interesting photos and infographics really light up my joy in reading and learning.