Graphics Programs Reference
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a single highlight color are used for a clean, harmonious look. The slides clearly look like they belong together.
(Images in slides from
iStockphoto.com
.)
Noticing the Similarities
Another way to achieve harmony across a deck of slides is to use similar elements. For
example, you'll give your design a solid sense of agreement if you use black-and-white
photography throughout rather than a mix of cheap clip art, high-quality black-and-white
photography, and common color stock images. Or, you can use similar items
conceptually in your design, such as things found in Japan. For a slide presentation, an
interesting background theme used consistently throughout the entire presentation adds
visual unity. Objects can be similar (or dissimilar) in many respects, such as in shape,
color, and size.
What is it about these four slides that unifies them and makes them feel part of a whole?
When choosing typefaces, think in terms of finding a similar, harmonious feel that
matches the theme of the content. If you have a radical, edgy presentation with, edgy,
dramatic photography, perhaps a typeface with an unusual and radical feel will give
harmony and unify your message (as long as it's legible).
