Post-Production: Presentation Methods
There are multiple ways to present a series of images both digitally and physically, from picture books and flipbooks to websites, PDFs and canvases. The consideration of how an image or group of images will be presented is key as this will impact how an audience might receive and interpret the contents, symbolism or story the photographer is aiming to convey. It is important to think about the layout and text used throughout the presentation and the overall visual impact it may have, with the goal of enhancing the set of images as a collective piece as opposed to viewing individual images.
The following headings summarize three presentation methods that could be used to display a set of images as part of a project, ranging from simplistic canvases, minimal digital flip books and webpages.
Sometimes accompanied by text or titles, a canvas is a simple way to display a series of images all together. In Photoshop, a blank canvas can be creates in any dimensions or a preset can be chosen and images can be imported, resized and rearranged in any desired placement. These canvases can be exported in a range of file formats which makes them compatible to be shared across multiple platforms.
Easy online design tool for digital catalogs - Flipsnack
Flipsnacks work as a digital leaflet or small photo book that can include templates, choice of page sizing and the ability to add text. These can then be exported for web use or as a PDF file. To export as a PDF however, there are fees and the website does not always runs smoothly.
https://spark.adobe.com/page/3EBAxEVJoPnam/
Adobe Spark Video is another platform created by adobe that can be used to create webpages, slideshows, banners, leaflets and portfolios for that can be exported for web use or to be printed. This website comes with a series of categories to do with digital presentation and branded graphics that can be used as a basic source for creating digital content.