One of the bigger challenges when you are first getting started is using images correctly. Where can you get them from and are they safe to use? On top of that, sometimes it can be hard to even find an image that is relevant to your content. Today I will share with you a little trick I have learned to create your own simple images.

Programs Involved:

  • Paint Program
  • Microsoft Word

If you have access to these to common programs, then you too can create your own imagery to help with your sites.



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mlccombs Premium
OMG, I am so ignorant...I never even knew I had this program. I need to start learning. Thanks for sharing the KISS options out there. Marisa
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Jaweda2k Premium
I prefer to call is SKIS (Seriously, Keep It Simple) versus KISS as I do not like the stupid connotation. I ever have a post on my WA Site about that actually.

Otherwise, this is exactly one of the reason I did this training as it is simple and something that most of us have access to.
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mlccombs Premium
I like that better, SKIS, from now on
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mlccombs Premium
Hi James, just read your post, excellent thinking. Any chance you could take a quick look at my discussion I posted today? Wallowing in making new theme decision but after reading your post leaning toward the cleaner simpler Mocha from studiopress. Have only had a few responses. Only if you get a chance. Thanks and have a great day, marisa
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runninstermz Premium
if you check out my website www.redmulesrunning.com my header image I did in pain. it was tedious though!
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Jaweda2k Premium
That looks great! I can see how it would have been a bit tedious, but now that it is done you are good to go! Thank you very much for sharing that with us here.
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ladyluck2013 Premium Plus
Thanks for sharing this. I have seen the paint feature before, but never really understood what it is used for. Now I know, and I will keep this idea in mind when I cannot find the exact photo or image I want for my posts.
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Jaweda2k Premium
It is a nice simple program that can be very helpful. I have used it on many occasion already and am learning more and more about different ways to use it.
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TJ7774 Premium
This is great! People always think that people my age should be super computer saavy, but really I am not. Programs like paint and word are familiar to me and I am excited to test out some images. Thanks for sharing this. This is a great place for me to start, and hopefully one day I can graduate to more advanced programs.
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Jaweda2k Premium
Glad to help shine some light into your life there for yah! Feel free to hit me up with any questions you may have along the way. Best thing I can tell you though is to just play around with it and try different things.
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Jackiex4 Premium
Hello James. I've never used paint before but shall give it a go now. Thanks
Jackie
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Jaweda2k Premium
Its a rather simple program, but that is it's greatest asset. It will not work miracles, but this is another nice tool to have handy on your journey here.
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