DON'T put more than a couple of images on any one page. 1-2k is better yet. DO get images that will help deliver your message. DO make a folder on your hard drive where you can collect image files to draw from later. DON'T use animations, blinking words, scrolling text, sound, video, or multimedia.
Motion distracts visitors from the content.
Unless you're a professional multimedia producer, the result will not enhance the professional image of the site. The Navigation page covers using icons as links. A list of all links to additional articles and resources. Windows can't process.