Your Yearbook Headlines

Open any yearbook and there’s a high chance that you won’t just see pages and pages of photographs. That is because a yearbook is more than just a book of photos. It is a place where you find eye-catching headlines, articles and witty captions that convey the real stories behind the photos.

Writing clever yearbook titles can seem like a huge task. But it doesn’t have to be–especially if you follow these basic steps.

Choose Great Photos
Start off with great photos. The best photos for yearbooks are those that show the subjects doing something really fun and interesting. For group shots, especially, try to avoid photos that are acted or posed. It’s best to catch people in action—try to take their photographs without them even knowing it.

Keep It Simple
Titles need to be short, sweet and relay the information. Three sentences max. Take time to interview your subjects and you’ll get some great content.

Alternate Beginnings
Don’t start every caption the same way. Each one should sound unique and creative. o.

Do Not Be Nasty
Being clever and witty is different than being nasty. Don’t say cruel things about the people in the photo that could possibly hurt their feelings.

Practice, Practice and Practice
As with anything in life, the best way to improve on writing is to always practice. Find a bunch of photos and practice the techniques described in this post.