How can I create an avatar from a .jpg?

[needhame]

I've tried simply resizing the .jpg and it gets ugly fast. How can I create a custom avatar from a .jpg?

Thanks,
Earl

[Guilford350]

First off, which program are using to resize? And second, what size are you making it? Anything around 100x90 or so is good.

[needhame]

Been trying with MS Photo Editor. The pictures are .jpg format.

Thanks...

[Guilford350]

Try making them in gif format. Gif's are usually better for avatars and such.

[needhame]

Well, I tried it. Not as pretty as some I've seen, but it looks like it worked. Opinions?

Thanks,
Earl