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Ignite the Arts: Weekend One Recap
As some of you may know, beyond my work here at Wild Slide I am also the communications coordinator for the Penticton Art Gallery. I was hired on in February to help-out with a new festival called “Ignite the Arts” which came from the mind of Curator Paul Crawford. It...
The 10 Commandments of Graphic Design: Explained
We're big believers in the power of design at Wild Slide. We think it's one of the most amazing things on earth, and we want to help make you a pro at it so that you can do things like design your own business cards and brochures, and of course presentations. But even...
3 Tips to Using Humour into Your Presentation
What are some of the ways you can use humour in your presentations? A great presentation is one that captivates, and engages, the audience. An effective ways to do this is to provide a few laughs, however 'Joke-telling' isn't natural for us all. Think of it more like...
5 Tips For Writing a Speech, Presentation or Talk
Knowing how to write a speech when you're asked to is really important, not only for impressing your audience but also for gaining the respect of your peers. There are many books and guides out there saying how to write better presentation speeches but it all boils...
Funeral Service Slide Show: “A Life In Pictures”
I helped a client create a slide show for a funeral service this weekend. It was my second time making anything like this so I thought I'd share some tips I took away from the experience making it and the things I learned. Guide the Family on the Right Photo Choices...
5 Overused Buzzwords in Presentations and What to Use Instead
Buzzwords are great, but sometimes they are so overused that they fall flat when you use them. It’s much better to craft your own phrases to get your point across. So here are five overused buzzwords and what you can use instead. "Think Outside The Box" “Think outside...
5 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Presentation
Presentations are one of the best ways to communicate information to your audience. A presentation conveys more than words, it also provides visual and vocal cues that helps your audience pay attention to the whole message you are trying to deliver. However, there are...
Why Good Design and Consumer Trust Go Hand in Hand
Good design is more than just getting the aesthetics right; it’s about how something looks, feels, and functions. It’s not just about what you see but also the culture and values you build around your business or product. That’s why good design communicates ideas...
3 Tips for Choosing the Right Font in Your Presentation
The Typography of your presentation is a very exciting aspect to the visual art of creating a slide deck. In presentations, we use font styles to bring forward our ideas but also to create a mood and convey an emotional response that puts our audience in a place they...
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