High quality images are important visual elements that can help make print and digital communications stand out. However, poor quality images can be distracting and compromise the credibility of a message or organization.
- Photos should always be taken with the highest possible resolution (300 dpi for photo).
TIP: iPhone users can use the HDR setting for high-resolution photos. - Blury, stretched, pixelated or poorly framed images should never be used.
![](http://www.scsk12.org/communications/img/2017/blur-pixel-image.jpg) blured/pixelated image | ![](http://www.scsk12.org/communications/img/2017/stretched-image.jpg) stretched image | ![](http://www.scsk12.org/communications/img/2017/good-image.jpg) good image |
- Never use images from external websites that are not copyright approved.
- Always use images that accurately reflect the District or school (racial diversity, age, gender, etc.).
- Always ensure students have proper parental consent to be included in photos that may be used for external purposes.
Need an image?
The Communications Department has a database of high quality images for use in communication materials. If you are interested in using one of our approved photos, please contact Graphic Services at 416-5678.