Are you responsible for creating and posting graphics or photos online? If your images are stretched, pixelated, or not optimized for specific social media channels, they could be costing you valuable attention—and potentially your patrons’ mobile bandwidth. This webinar will guide you through best practices for preparing web images, ensuring they look their best and are efficient to load. Learn how to optimize photos and graphics for different platforms, avoid common pitfalls, and make your images stand out. Gain the insights you need to make your images ready for prime time and enhance your library’s online presence.
Recording date: August 7, 2025
Bio
Laura Solomon, MCIW, MLS, is the Library Services Manager at the Ohio Public Library Information Network and a W3C-certified front-end web developer. With over two decades of experience in web development and design, Laura has honed her expertise in both public libraries and as an independent consultant, specializing in Drupal development and in website accessibility.
Recognized as a 2010 Library Journal Mover & Shaker, she has authored books on social media and content marketing tailored for libraries, as well as about library website design. She has dedicated many course hours to learning how to make websites accessible, ensuring that digital spaces are inclusive for all users.
Laura is a frequently-requested speaker for public library organizations, sharing her passion for bringing the fun of technology to audiences and equipping libraries with the tools to better serve their virtual customers.