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70 Best Southwestern-Themed Templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides

CrystalGraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. Below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 70 best southwestern templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. The text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. The southwestern-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your southwestern-related topics and it is included with that template. In addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. And every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, CrystalGraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. So, take your time and look around. You’ll like what you see! Whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. Thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, CrystalGraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. Just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. They love our products. We think you will, too!

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Presentation with southwestern - Theme consisting of beauty landscape of vjosa river in southwestern albania background and a gray colored foreground

Beauty Landscape Vjosa River Southwestern

The world is full of breathtaking landscapes that evoke feelings of serenity and awe. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the majestic mountains of Scotland, each location has its unique charm. But one place stands out among the rest, showcasing the beauty of nature in all its glory. This stunning landscape features a serene river that winds its way through a lush forest, surrounded by towering trees that seem to stretch up to the sky. The warm sunlight filtering through the leaves creates an atmosphere of tranquility, as if time itself has stood still. It's this sense of peace and beauty that we aim to capture in our template. The Wide Title is designed to set the tone for a visually stunning presentation, featuring a high resolution image of the Vjosa river at sunrise. The Cornflower Blue color palette provides a calming and natural background that perfectly complements the serene atmosphere of the landscape. This template is specifically designed for widescreen presentations, allowing you to show off your visuals in all their glory. The Forest scene could be enhanced with features such as featuring high resolution images of trees, having a theme of showcasing natural beauty, or including a background with a subtle texture that mimics the forest floor. Having a theme of beautiful landscapes, this template is packed with content that's sure to impress your audience.

Presentation with southwestern - PPT layouts with point pelee conservation area background and a teal colored foreground

Close Up Painted Turtles Point

PPT layouts with close up of painted turtles on point pelee conservation area a national park on southwestern ontario

Presentation with southwestern - Audience pleasing PPT theme consisting of range from the southwestern backdrop and a yellow colored foreground

American Collared Peccary Javelina Species

The American Collared Peccary or Javelina is a majestic creature that roams the southern regions of the United States and Central America, its distinctive appearance making it a fascinating subject for wildlife enthusiasts. This species, also known as the peccary, is characterized by its robust build, curved tusks, and reddish brown coat with white markings. The Wide Title template from CrystalGraphics features a stunning image of an American Collared Peccary in its natural habitat, showcasing its impressive size and agility. The Widescreen format ensures that the viewer can fully immerse themselves in the scene, while the Tan color palette provides a warm and earthy tone that evokes the rich soil and vegetation of the peccary's native range. The template includes four How To slides to help users get started quickly, but for now, let's focus on the Puzzle Pieces Layout slide. This slide is designed to feature a collage of images showcasing various aspects of the American Collared Peccary, including its habitat, diet, and social behavior. The Puzzle Pieces Layout allows users to arrange the images in a creative way, creating a visually appealing and informative presentation. The template also includes a Background With image that can be used as a starting point for presentations, allowing users to enhance their content with a beautiful and high resolution background. Having a Theme of Wildlife or Animals is perfect for this type of project, and it's easy to include images from various sources to create a comprehensive and engaging presentation. The Enhanced With feature allows users to add interactive elements, such as animations and transitions, to make their presentations more engaging and dynamic. This template is ideal for anyone looking to create a stunning and informative presentation about the American Collared Peccary or any

Presentation with southwestern - Presentation with bordeaux-france-august-18-2019 background and a sky blue colored foreground

Bordeaux France August 18,

Presentation with bordeaux france - august 18 2019 people on the streets of bordeaux bordeaux is a port city on the garonne river in the gironde department in southwestern france

Presentation with southwestern - PPT theme having beauty landscape of vjosa river in southwestern albania background and a dark gray colored foreground

Beauty Landscape Vjosa River Southwestern

The Corner Title template is designed to transport you to the breathtaking beauty of southwestern Albania, where the Vjosa River flows gently through the rolling hills and lush forests. This stunning landscape is a perfect inspiration for your presentation, and with its light sky blue color palette, it's sure to evoke feelings of serenity and tranquility. The Corner Title template features high resolution images that will transport you to this picturesque region, making it an ideal choice for presentations about beauty, nature, or any other topic. The 4 How To slides at the start of the deck are designed to help you get up and running quickly, providing a solid foundation for your presentation. The template is compatible with Google Slides and can be downloaded easily, featuring a background image that will enhance your presentation. With its light sky blue color palette, it's sure to complement any design style or theme. The Corner Title template also includes the 5 P's of Marketing Diagram Layout slide, which provides a clear structure for organizing your content. The template is perfect for presentations about southern regions, forests, beauty, and color, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to showcase these themes in their presentation. With its high resolution images and light sky blue color palette, the Corner Title template will transport you to this breathtaking landscape, making it a great addition to any presentation.

Presentation with southwestern - Slide set featuring bordeaux-france-august-18-2019 background and a coral colored foreground

Bordeaux France August 18,

Slide set featuring bordeaux france - august 18 2019 people on the streets of bordeaux bordeaux is a port city on the garonne river in the gironde department in southwestern france

Presentation with southwestern - Slide set enhanced with bordeaux-france-august-18-2019 background and a light gray colored foreground

Bordeaux France August 18,

Slide set enhanced with bordeaux france - august 18 2019 people on the streets of bordeaux bordeaux is a port city on the garonne river in the gironde department in southwestern france

Presentation with southwestern - Colorful theme enhanced with migration canada - detail of monarch butterfly danaus backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Detail Monarch Butterfly (danaus Plexippus)

Theme enhanced with detail of monarch butterfly danaus plexippus before migrating in rondeau provincial park southwestern ontario

Presentation with southwestern - Beautiful PPT theme featuring environment points - view of point pelee national backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

View Point Pelee National Park

This presentation is going to take your audience on a serene journey through some of Canada's most breathtaking destinations, showcasing the beauty of Point Pelee National Park in southwestern Ontario. From the majestic beauty of towering trees and sparkling waterfalls to the tranquil atmosphere of scenic hiking trails, this Corner Title template is designed to capture the tranquility and wonder of these natural wonders. The template features high resolution images for the background, providing an immersive experience that draws users in. The Dark Olive Green color palette provides a sophisticated backdrop for showcasing images of Point Pelee's lush forests, rolling hills, and serene lakes. This template is designed to be downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to incorporate into your presentations. With its peaceful theme and stunning high resolution images, this Corner Title template is perfect for creating visually appealing slides that showcase the beauty of tourism destinations. The included @ Pictures With Captions Layout feature allows you to easily add captions to your images, enhancing their impact on your audience. This template features a "Theme of" section where you can include backgrounds with scenic images such as Point Pelee National Park, adding an extra layer of depth and creativity to your presentations. The four How To slides at the start of this presentation are designed to help users get up and running quickly, covering topics like setting up your presentation on Google Slides and customizing your templates. By featuring a seamless integration with Google Slides, you can create stunning presentations that truly showcase your content. With its Dark Olive Green color palette and serene high resolution images, this Corner Title template is sure to enhance any presentation showcasing the beauty of tourism destinations like Point Pelee National Park.

Presentation with southwestern - Amazing theme having surrounded by the same arcade backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Labastide D'armagnac One Beautiful Bastides

Theme having labastide d'armagnac is one of the most beautiful bastides in southwestern france the village was founded in 1291 and the square is still surrounded by the same arcades with covered passages backdrop

Presentation with southwestern - Slide set consisting of ice bath - pamukkale natural site in denizli background and a sky blue colored foreground

Pamukkale Natural Site Denizli Province

As you step into the breathtaking world of travertine formations, the stunning natural site of Pamukkale in Denizli Province, Turkey, the crystal clear waters and turquoise skies will leave you spellbound its very essence is woven into this captivating powerpoint template, designed to transport your audience on an unforgettable journey. This template features a wide aspect ratio, perfect for showcasing images at their best, with high resolution backgrounds that bring the travertine formations to life. The Sky Blue color palette is alive with warm hues, complemented by icy accents of Cyan it's a visually stunning combination that will elevate your presentation to new heights. The template incorporates the theme of scenic vistas, seamlessly featuring images like the majestic travertine formations at Pamukkale, perfectly captured in Widescreen format. The Pamukkale image dominates one side of the slide, while the other half showcases a serene landscape of rolling hills and sky blues it's an ideal composition for showcasing the breathtaking scenery. This template is readily downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, ensuring your presentation runs smoothly on any device. And, as an added bonus, it comes packed with four handy slides to get you up and running quickly 1 Picture on left side of slide featuring stunning image (e.g., Pamukkale), Content Layout for easy editing, Including a Background With enhanced visual appeal, Having a Theme of showcasing the scenery, Enhanced With Cyan accents.

Presentation with southwestern - Theme with surrounded by the same arcade background and a light blue colored foreground

Labastide D'armagnac One Beautiful Bastides

The village of Labastide d'Armagnac is one of the most breathtaking examples of medieval architecture in southwestern France. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the rolling hills and valleys below, this charming town is steeped in history and natural beauty. The 8 Pictures in a Grid Layout slide featuring high resolution images of the village's facade, scenic views, and historic buildings would showcase the area's unique charm. These photographs include a mix of old and new architecture, from the beautifully restored medieval gate to the modern additions that have been built around it. In this Wide Title template, you'll find a stunning Light Sky Blue background that sets the tone for an inspiring presentation. The Widescreen format ensures that every aspect of your slide is presented in a wide format, making it perfect for sharing with your audience. As you create your slides, think about how to include a Background With and Enhance With elements to really bring out the theme and style of your template. The Template Keywords country, rural, facade, scenic, building are all woven throughout this Wide Title design, which means that every slide is carefully crafted to evoke the essence of these words. Whether you're showcasing a dramatic shot of a rustic building or a serene landscape view, there's something here for everyone. By including images of high resolution and in 8 Pictures grid layout format, you'll be able to showcase your slides in a way that really makes them pop. This template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to share with your team or present at conferences. Its compatibility with other Google Slides templates ensures that you can easily import the pictures and design elements into your own presentation.

Presentation with southwestern - Presentation enhanced with regional economics - marrakech one of biggest cities background and a gray colored foreground

Marrakech One Cities Morocco Capital

Presentation enhanced with marrakech one of biggest cities in morocco and a capital of mid-southwestern economic region of marrakech-tensift-al haouz background

Presentation with southwestern - PPT layouts featuring haukadalur valley near famous geysir background and a light blue colored foreground

Smoking Fumarole Haukadalur Valley Near

The frozen landscape of Iceland's Haukadalur valley is a breathtaking sight to behold, with its rugged mountains and geothermal activity creating an otherworldly ambiance. The Smoking fumarole on the valley floor near Geysir geyser is a particular highlight, showcasing the raw power of nature. Featuring high resolution images, this template is designed to evoke the dramatic landscapes of Iceland's north, where vast expanses of dark green and grey rock meet turquoise ice caps. The Light Steel Blue color palette provides a calming yet striking backdrop for the stunning visuals, making it perfect for tourism marketing materials or travel guides. With its unique blend of nature, culture, and landscape photography, this template is ideal for showcasing the best of Iceland's hot springs and geothermal activity to visitors and potential tourists alike. Including a Background With a subtle gradient effect enhancing the 4 How To slides, this template will help you get up and running quickly with your presentation. The Content Layout slide showcases the four key components that make up this stunning template: Featured image, text overlay, shape highlighting, and background with texture. Having a theme of showcasing Iceland's unique landscapes and cultural heritage, this template is sure to impress. Enhancing With a call to action button encouraging viewers to plan their trip to Iceland, this template provides the perfect starting point for any presentation or marketing material.

Presentation with southwestern - PPT theme featuring sallow kitten moth furcula furcula background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Southwestern Speckled Rattlesnake Crotalus Mitchelli

PPT theme featuring southwestern speckled rattlesnake crotalus mitchelli pyrrus background

Presentation with southwestern - Beautiful PPT theme featuring clean modern public park playground backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Clean Modern Public Park Playground

PPT theme featuring clean modern public park playground in the southwestern united states

Presentation with southwestern - Presentation theme featuring african black rhinoceroses diceros bicornis background and a tawny brown colored foreground

African Black Rhinoceroses (diceros Bicornis

Presentation theme featuring african black rhinoceroses diceros bicornis minor on the masai mara national reserve safari in southwestern kenya

Presentation with southwestern - Theme having hydroelectric energy - glen canyon dam background and a lemonade colored foreground

Glen Canyon Dam Colorado River

The world's largest dam by capacity, Glen Canyon Dam on the Colorado river in Arizona and California, is a breathtaking monument to human ingenuity. Its sheer scale and imposing presence are awe inspiring, making it a natural fit for a design that showcases the power and beauty of concrete structures. This Wide Title template features a classic, timeless design that exudes a sense of grandeur and sophistication. The Widescreen format ensures that every aspect of the image is optimized for maximum impact, from the high resolution background images to the clean and modern typography. The Tan color palette provides a warm and inviting backdrop for your slide content, while the concrete keywords help bring the theme to life. Featuring a stunning dam in all its glory, this template is sure to enhance any presentation or design project. For an added touch of drama, including a Background With feature on the 3 Member Bio Layout slide can create a compelling narrative of how individuals contribute to the making of this iconic structure. Having a Theme of showcases the importance and significance of Glen Canyon Dam in American history and engineering. This template is perfect for designers who want to create a cohesive and engaging visual identity that communicates complex ideas in an easy to understand way. With its high resolution images, clean typography, and classic design elements, it's the ideal choice for anyone looking to deliver a polished and professional look on Google Slides or any other presentation platform. You can enhance this template with additional Background Images Featuring images of Glen Canyon Dam at night, during sunset, or in various weather conditions. This will not only make your slides more visually appealing but also help to illustrate the importance and majesty of the dam. Having a Theme of allows you to emphasize the significance of the dam in American history and engineering. The Wide Title template is compatible with Google Slides and can be downloaded for free, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to create a professional looking presentation on the go.

Presentation with southwestern - Slides consisting of eruption - erupting of geysir geyser background and a light blue colored foreground

Erupting Geysir Geyser Southwestern Iceland,

Slides consisting of erupting of geysir geyser in southwestern iceland europe landscape photography

Presentation with southwestern - Colorful PPT layouts enhanced with surrounded by the same arcade backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Labastide D'armagnac One Beautiful Bastides

PPT layouts enhanced with labastide d'armagnac is one of the most beautiful bastides in southwestern france the village was founded in 1291 and the square is still surrounded by the same arcades with covered passages

Presentation with southwestern - Cool new presentation with beautiful sunset on lake erie backdrop and a light gray colored foreground

Beautiful Sunset Lake Erie Beach

Presentation with beautiful sunset on lake erie beach at rondeau provincial park in southwestern ontario canada

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  • All text includes backdrops whose transparency level is mathematically calculated to maximize text readability while still allowing the background to be seen.

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