When picking up stock pictures for your website don’t be tempted to grab one of the cheaper versions to save a few bucks. The one thing that should determine which size you choose is the size of the area you will be placing the photo into. If you can’t afford a photo that meets your size requirements, find a new photo. Never, under any circumstances, think “oh well, the designer can just make it bigger.” This will lead to a sloppy, pixelated images which alone can dramatically reduce the perceived quality of the design.Well as for me, my reputation and the quality of work I promise to deliver, I have never be afraid to stand up and tell the client that a given image simply won’t work because of size restrictions. Since I have been hired as an expert and have an obligation to the client to point out any big mistakes they are asking me to make on their behalf. I take tome to explain that a low resolution image will just not cut it. Having said this, it is always better to pick up a high resolution image so if you are planning on adding the said image into a brochure your all set.
Few points to remember when picking up stock images
- Try not to use pictures that don’t relate well to your content.
- Overused pictures.
- Imagery that looks outdated or non-professional.
To sum up, when you are in a situation where you must use stock imagery, make sure you do so with extreme care. Take the time to find the right piece of art and to make it even better using advanced, professional Photoshop techniques.
Useful Stock Images & Photos
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