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As you are probably aware, taking pictures of children isn't always easy, especially if they have trouble sitting still, let alone smiling and posing beautifully. While photo editing software can save the day, it is simpler to create the ideal holiday card or photo book if you start with good pictures. Here are four ways to make sure both camera-shy and hyperactive kids have fun, whether you're looking for inspiration for holiday greeting cards or ideas for family holiday photo shoots. Let Them Choose Their Own Outfits Regardless of age, one loves to wear uncomfortable clothing, like tight jeans or scratchy sweaters. Therefore, even though you'll undoubtedly want your children to look their best, they'll be more cooperative if they feel like they have a say in what they wear. So think about providing them with a few comfy clothing options that complement the setting or style of your photo[...]

Wedding albums now come with a variety of covers that are highly diverse and customizable. Your decision will have a significant impact on how your wedding album conveys your story, on top of how it looks and feels. You’ve already decided you want to go with a lay-flat photo book to capture your wedding memories, but now, choosing the best cover is the hard part. Would a photo cover make sense? What about the material that goes with your wedding's color scheme? The question then is which material to go with for your wedding album cover. Here is a quick guide on how to choose the perfect cover for your bespoke wedding album. Photo or Material Cover? The first choice you will likely have to make is this. The photo cover quickly became a market favorite when digital wedding images first became popular. It looks incredibly contemporary and gives the[...]

There are some pictures that must be taken on your wedding day and included in your wedding album, but not every couple wants the same kind of pictures on their special day. You might be wondering how many wedding album pictures to include. This is a question that is never easy to answer because it can be influenced by both your photographer’s input and your personal preferences. Fret not! We're here to assist you in determining the ideal number of images for the best wedding photo album. Consider Image Sizes and Page Numbers The outcome of your wedding photo album will be amazing if you use single images that fill two pages (one sheet). However, if you were to do that for every image, there would only be 20 pictures in a 20-page album. On the other hand, you can include 10 images on a page. However, you generally wouldn't[...]

When it comes to photo printing, this is the most common question: Should I choose a glossy or matte finish? Your final decision may depend on your personal preference as well as your budget. In this article, we'll go over the distinctions between glossy vs matte for photo book pictures, as well as when you should use each one. What is Glossy Photo Finish? Photos printed with a glossy finish have a subtle sheen to them. They are designed to reflect as much light as possible. The gloss is placed as an additional layer on top of a matte photo to add shimmer to it. Gloss appears to have a positive effect on an image's color palette. Glossy photographs have colors that appear deeper and more vibrant. The borders of images also appear brighter and sharper thanks to the gloss. There are two main levels of intensity for glossy photos:[...]

Photographs are incredibly important to preserve the memories they represent, and taking travel photos is important to immortalize the precious moments. Here are 4 tips for you to capture the best travel photos! Position Yourself with the Sun in Mind This is probably the most crucial piece of advice.  In order for your subject to be completely illuminated, you should aim to have the sun behind you. If you're shooting your subject against the sun, it will appear significantly darker and less well-lit. Although you can deliberately do this for effect, for the majority of your photographs, you'll want the sun to properly illuminate your subject. Position yourself between the sun and your subject to achieve this. Make Use of Shade Find a shaded area if you're taking photos of people. More uniform lighting and softer shadows on faces can be expected from this. You'll receive a picture that is[...]

So you've finished gathering the images for a photo book concept or an occasion that you adore. The photographs are amazing, the sequencing is ideal, and you are completely certain you'll achieve your ultimate, grand vision. There's just one problem: what printing option do you go with in order to bring your vision to life? Here comes the final, crucial step of creating your photo book—printing. Here are the three common options to consider if you're looking to print photo book pictures, and some of the pros and cons involved. Print-on-demand The print-on-demand approach, a standard service in the publishing industry, is possibly the simplest and most affordable way to publish and print your photo book. Additionally, it requires the least amount of involvement on your part. Print-on-demand is exactly what it sounds like; you supply the finished content design, and a printer, publisher, or distributor prints a copy of[...]