Image Upload Service Tutorial

The image upload service is a process where images can be easily uploaded and added for display in the Galleries. To post an image to the Galleries follow these simple steps.

Step 1 - Sign In and Navigate to a Gallery

When signed into your account, locate the gallery you would like to post to and click the "Add a new image" button located above the image grid's top left corner to create a new post.

Step 2 - Create Your Post

On the "Add a New Image" page fill in your image title and descriptive text. To add an image click on the "Upload an Image" button located on the right-hand side of the screen.

PAID MEMBERS: Images may be uploaded directly to our server or linked from an existing URL and should not exceed 1 megabyte nor should they exceed 1280 pixels wide or 1024 pixels tall.

FREE MEMBERS: Images may be uploaded directly to our server or linked from an existing URL and should not exceed 250 kilobytes nor should they exceed 800 pixels on the longest side. For the capability to post larger images become a paid member.

Images linked from an existing URL will be copied to our server at the time of posting.

Step 3 - Upload an Image

Within the "Upload an Image" popup window, select an image to upload directly from your computer or enter the URL of the image you would like to post.

Step 4 - Create a Thumbnail

Once your image has been located it will appear on the screen. To create your thumbnail image that will be seen throughout the site, click and drag the corners of the bounding box to select the area of your image to serve as a thumbnail. When you are satisfied with your selection, click the "Save Thumbnail" button at the top or bottom of the screen.

Step 5 - Review Your Post

Now that you've uploaded your image and created a thumbnail you may review your post before submitting it to the galleries. If you would like to edit your thumbnail, click the "Edit Thumbnail" button appearing below the thumbnail preview image. When you are ready to post your image to the galleries click the "Submit" button at the bottom. If you'd like to see what your post will look like before submission click the "Preview" button. If you'd prefer to save your post for later without posting click the "Save Draft" button.