I used the mark down on this sites markdown in the post section but used the codes from the following you tube video. This is the link to that video -
You use the code but adjust it to suit.
Example as follows- to place a picture to the right

Hope this is helpful. Going to go back over all the markdown methods again and if you have any questions, I'll be happy to help out. So feel free to ask. I hope the video is helpful.
So you can mix HTML and markdown... Fascinating!
Yes I think you can. I'll keep you informed!