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Design How-To: Cropping Photos for Impact
Even dull mug shots can become interesting portraits when bold cropping is applied. See how cropping can transform ordinary pictures into images with impact.
Written by John McWade on January 22, 2003
Categories: Graphics, Graphics Image Editing, Photo Image Editing, Photography, Print, Print Design & Layout, How-Tos
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Every designer at one point in time has to work with a lackluster image -- a headshot of a company CEO, for example. You have to include it in your layout, but how to make it interesting?
Instead of using it full frame, try cropping it in unusual ways. With cropping you can emphasize expressive eyes or a dazzling smile. You can add drama to a layout by focusing attention on what makes a person interesting.
In this feature from "Before & After Magazine," see how to think outside the box when cropping photographs.
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Cropping an image
I enjoyed the online article and extended PDF document on image cropping. Cropping can be used for so many different things and there are tons of applications out there that are for that particular use. As far as free image editing software goes, there are a ton to choose from but few offer the variety and flexibility of Photoshop. When I'm in a pinch and do not have access to Photoshop I prefer to use Snapfish Photo Editing Tools. I recommend checking them out. In addition to a photo cropper they also have a poster creator, horizon alignment, and note capture. Happy editing!!