What tools will I need?
I will need to find the following:
- a theme that lends itself to photoblogging (filter a WordPress themes search)
- a good angle/new name
- format for submissions
- possibly a domain name
Tools to explore:
- Buddypress
- Photosmash (plugin)
- Featured Image
Research
Sites like Pictory have done something similar in the past, as well as Appicture. Both are photoblogs of sort. Pictory has a submission system where you sign up and then submit, whereas Appicture has you email your picture as well as fill out a small form.
Format
Hopefully this will take the shape of a photoblog that is community driven. The angle will be UMaine-specific topics and (hopefully) what the student body is passionate about.
Peers
I’d like to talk with Derek O’Brien about his site for Appicture. I have studied the blog, but I have questions for him and his approach. I’ll most likely see him Tuesday March 27th.