Each week, the LMAC Community run by 
The LMAC Community also offers an opportunity for members to create "freestyle" collage themes and post to the Community. In the freestyle option, you have more freedom to design your creations without having to incorporate the weekly contest photo. You still, however, have rules in which you must abide by when posting to the Community.
For my Freestyle Collage No. 83, my theme is providing aid in a time of need.
More often than not, individuals help others in need. This act of generosity comes about due to societal norms that dictate humans act out of a sense of sympathy or empathy. Some heed the call; while others take note, but back away out of precaution.
The world has changed in terms of individuals rushing forth to assist others. Danger to one's self is a primary cause. This danger is due to increased crime.
Another reason perhaps is out of an abundance of caution. The "do no harm" code for strangers who stop to assist others is a real fear. It's called the Good Samaritan Act. You can't leave a person you voluntarily stop to render aid in a worse condition caused by your actions.
When I first heard of this, I thought the law was preposterous. However, rules of law are put into place for reasons I fail to understand.
In preparing my theme, discovered a lovely photo of a female in the shadows of the night with a ball in her hand. I imagined that she sat pondering a choice. I gave her a reason.
In her meditation, a stir in the brush at first frightens her. Peering behind some small rocks she discovers a man suffering from severe wounds. She doesn't hesitate as she's been taught by her elders. She pulls out her magic sphere with the ability to cure. Instantly a dove appears. Its tears drop relief onto a nearby tree.
As the man realizes help is near, he opens up knowing the woman is there to help and nor harm. He opens up to receive the nourishing water as it springs from the tree.
Below are the images I included to complete my theme:
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| Item | Contributor | Source |
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| Woman holding ball | Pixabay | Link |
| Man's face |  | Link |
| Double Butterfly |  | Link |
| Ficus Tree | | Link |
| Fish Sweetlip | | Link |
| Flame Angel Fish | | Link |
| Fish Red |  | Link |
| Water drops | PurePNG | Link |
| Dove | PurePNG | Link |
| Coala Eye | | Link |
| Pure Fractal (Two Thumbs) |  | Link |
| Pure Fractal (Stick Feathers) | | Link |
| Peach Background | CanvaCreativeStudio | Free Image available to members |
When compiling my freestyle collage design, I upload my images to Canva. This program is my design portal I use to blend my images. One important feature I use in my designs are the numerous sophisticated background images available to upgraded members. I love working with the abstract backgrounds.
Below are the procedures I use that incorporate the tools at my disposal in my Annual Pro Membership Subscription.
To a blank canvas, I added the female image sitting on a branch in the sunset.
Added the peach Canva background. Notice the peach fruit's shape.
The slope in the peach fruit served as a perfect slot for the serious face to be placed, so I added it, repositioned and resized the image.
Added the Ficus tree image, my fractal bush images, and the eye in the center of the ball in the woman's hand.
Added the dove to the ball, then the water drops dripping from its beak. Next, added the butterflies and fish. Positioned and resized them. This completed my collage.
Below is my completed collage:
Thanks for your visit. I appreciate it. I hope you like my freestyle collage theme.
CONTEST RULES
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
It is imperative that you read the post LMAC School - Public Domain Picture sources (Free Materials for creating collages) by 
Good luck everyone with whatever your endeavors.
SOURCES:
a) JustClickindiva's Footer created in Canva utilizing its free background and images used with permission from discord admins.
b) Unless otherwise noted, all photos taken by me with my (i) Samsung Galaxy 10" Tablet, (ii) Samsung Phone, & (iii) FUJI FinePix S3380 - 14 Mega Pixels Digital Camera
c) Purple Butterfly part of purchased set of Spiritual Clip Art for my Personal Use
d) All Community logos, banners, page dividers used with permission of Discord Channel admins.
e) Ladies of Hive banner used with permission of and in accordance with the admin's guidelines
f) Thumbnail Image created by me in Canva.
g) "Flames." What is Apophysis 2.09. https://flam3.com/
English is my native language.
If translation included, I use DeepL to assist my readers.
Thanks for your patience an understanding.