I have a background (sunset) that I want to leave on the screen as different
pictures come and then slowly fade out. I can figure out how to do this with
a title but not with a picture. It is my intention to have the sunset stay on
the screen as all 15 pictures come and go - can anyone tell me how to do
this? Thanks,

Hi there

I think I may have what you want. Take a look at the downloads page of my site:
http://www.wearmc.50gigs.net/

I have title frames which may be the type of thing you want. There is also a tutorial explaining how to use the title. If so, I'd be happy to convert one of my existing files using your picture if you post a link to the image.

Regards
Colin