How to Make a Photo Mosaic

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Install photo mosaic software on your computer.

   Different programs are available to help you make mosaics out of digital photos.
   
   Mazaika and AndreaMosaic are 2 examples of such software programs.
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   Step 2: Decide on a source image for your photo mosaic.

   This will be the overall image formed from putting several smaller images together, similar to how pixels make up a digital image.
   
   Scan or transfer this source image to your computer if needed. , This will be the directory or library that your mosaic software will later get photos from. , Scan or transfer any of these photos to your computer if necessary. , Tell the program to use your mosaic folder as its directory or library. , Follow your program's instructions to turn your source image into a photo mosaic. , Changing color values may improve a photo mosaic's quality, for example. , The settings you save at depend on the size of your mosaic and whether you are printing it or displaying it on a computer screen.
   
   A printed mosaic can be saved at an image resolution of 150 to 200 dpi while a mosaic for the Web should at least be 800 by 600 pixels.
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   Step 3: Make a new folder on your computer for storing digital photos for your mosaic.

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   Step 4: Sort through your digital images and select ones related to your mosaic's source image.

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   Step 5: Open your photo mosaic software program.

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   Step 6: Choose your source image in the program.

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   Step 7: Experiment with the program's settings to change the appearance of your mosaic.

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   Step 8: Save your photo mosaic file.

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