Determine purpose of collage. Review proposed content and consider layout. Take into account anticipated viewers. Do they match? Finally, what is desired result? Moving product, establishing credibility for site, showcasing work are all possible answers. Evaluate. Will collage motivate audience toward outcome?
Once collage content is determined, assemble supporting images. Scan tangible pictures. Title each. Assign "jpg" extensions.
To secure additional images, conduct an Internet search. Use term "free images" plus description of type needed. Download. Title. Assign "jpg" extension. Never lift illustrations or pictures from other sites without permission. Use only images that you pay for, own, or have written consent to use.
Place all images, scanned and downloaded, in one desktop file folder. Title folder. Store pictures in file until project is complete.
Search "collage software." Download desired program. Follow instructions for creating collage. Some programs are as easy as pointing and clicking. Mac and PC versions are available.
Play with layout. Establish a focal point. Build several sub-points. Patterns are established by repetition. Balance should be kept in mind. View fashion magazines for layout ideas and font choices.
When collage is complete, name document. Assign "jpg" extension. Save on desktop.
To go live with your fashion collage, use a file transfer program ("FTP") to send completed collage to photo-hosting site.