Here are some examples of slideshows produced using “Pictures to EXE” software.  I learnt the techniques from the excellent tutorial CDs produced by Barry Beckham (Beckham Digital)

The slideshows are self-running EXE files (downloadable as ZIP files).  Use ESC to exit while the slideshow is running

BUXTON       15 Mb ZIP file

WINDERMERE    8 Mb ZIP file   Uses a frame effect from one of the Beckham CDs

THE LONDON EYE    11 Mb ZIP file Uses animation effects (pan and zoom)