I think at least having a thumbnail image is great! You can use the "Insert image from Unsplash" feature to find stock photos if you don't have any yourself. Like other writers said, they do a good job of breaking up long chunks of text.
I used to do more pictures to break up content, but now I do just one or two. I believe that too many pictures distract from the flow of the reading experience. But of course, some talented artists use pictures and graphics as a primary form of expression and do it well.
I didn't when I started, but I always do now, because it looks better on your homepage to have an image associated with each article. Where I can I use photos from my own extensive archive, otherwise I mostly use Unsplash. In my case (because I'm writing about science topics and sometimes want something specific) it is also worth checking Wikipedia. Some, but not all, of the images used in Wikipedia articles are available to use under a creative commons license. But you need to check the details because some are not.
it depends on how long your post is and your aesthetics. i tend to do 4 images for 1000-ish words. But that's me. I try to break it up. Most people read on their phone so preview your newsletter on your phone and see what feels right to you. sources - unsplash is free. i use deposit photos - free if you use paid canva or you can subscribe directly through deposit. just google free image sites and you should find a bunch.
I'm just starting. How many use photos with each post? Does it help attract readers? What sources do you use for photos? Thanks.
I think at least having a thumbnail image is great! You can use the "Insert image from Unsplash" feature to find stock photos if you don't have any yourself. Like other writers said, they do a good job of breaking up long chunks of text.
I used to do more pictures to break up content, but now I do just one or two. I believe that too many pictures distract from the flow of the reading experience. But of course, some talented artists use pictures and graphics as a primary form of expression and do it well.
I didn't when I started, but I always do now, because it looks better on your homepage to have an image associated with each article. Where I can I use photos from my own extensive archive, otherwise I mostly use Unsplash. In my case (because I'm writing about science topics and sometimes want something specific) it is also worth checking Wikipedia. Some, but not all, of the images used in Wikipedia articles are available to use under a creative commons license. But you need to check the details because some are not.
it depends on how long your post is and your aesthetics. i tend to do 4 images for 1000-ish words. But that's me. I try to break it up. Most people read on their phone so preview your newsletter on your phone and see what feels right to you. sources - unsplash is free. i use deposit photos - free if you use paid canva or you can subscribe directly through deposit. just google free image sites and you should find a bunch.
1-2 per post. I have my pictures custom drawn as it has to do with my topics but you can easily find royalty free pictures via Substack or online.