Can one import a photo without using iphoto?

I want to import photos into a keynote presentation. The only options from clicking on 'media' are to import from iphoto or photobooth. Can I import directly from the folder in which the photo exists, without having to import into iphoto first (which just adds an unnecessary stage in the workflow)?

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hi,
can i import photos without using iphoto?
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