Print Your Story
Living in this current digital world, can you imagine that there was ever a time when wedding photos only existed in print?? AND instead of hundreds of images in a gallery, there were less than 50 images in an album!? Every once in a while, I make my parents pull out their bulky, leather-bound wedding album so we can spend quality time going through the images, hearing stories about all the people that were there, laughing at the massive 80’s style shoulder pads on my mom’s dress, and tearing up as I see the photos of them saying “I do”. Without that physical album, the experience of reliving their wedding day with them just wouldn’t be the same.
I know it can be hard to see the value in spending money to print your photos when they live for free on your digital devices, but your photos were MEANT to be printed! You’re already investing in making sure your story is captured and remembered, it’s only right to give those memories a physical home. No amount of digital images stored on a USB drive or in the cloud will ever compare to viewing and touching your printed images in an album.
The process of designing an album may seem intimidating; I put off designing my own wedding album for two years because I just didn’t know where to begin. Now that I know the process, I want to help YOU! Forget spending days stumbling through designing your own album from Costco or Shutterfly... only to be delivered a mediocre album that is susceptible to bends, rips, discoloration and poor print quality. Instead, allow me to create an heirloom quality album that will stand the test of time. In 50 years your grandkids will be able to gather around your wedding album and experience the day just like you did the first time.
All you have to do is follow the guide below and pick your images - I'LL HANDLE THE REST!
1: Choose Your Size
8" x 8"
10" x 10"
12" x 12"
Starting Prices include 10 spreads
starting at $510
starting at $405
starting at $600
2: Pick Your Cover Material
Leather
Suede
Linen
Linen
Chai
Ballerina
Caribbean
Tusk
Hammock
Washed Denim
Oatmeal
Valentine
Spade
Sailboat
Pebble
navy
Fine Linen (+$90)
Japanese Silk
Moccasin
Lilac
Frisbee
Charcoal
Slate
Plum
Shoreline
Golden
Natural
Admiral
Onyx
Sage
Sandstone
Indigo Blue
French Lavender
The layered weaves of the linen highlight the craftsmanship and beauty of your albums. Fine Linen has a large weave with a pronounced texture. Select Linen has a delicate weave with a parallel texture. Japanese Silk has a soft, sleek texture that is natural to the smooth fibrils of silk.
Leather
blossom
black tie
Brazil Nut
Chocolate
Canvas
Latte
Amalfi Coast
Lipstick
Midnight
Midtown
Mulberry
Picket Fence
Distressed Leather
Something Blue
Aquamarine
Tiffany
Baby Elephant
pelle
crema
terra
ombra
We use 100% natural, Italian leathers that are selected for their exceptional
texture, strength, and durability. The Distressed Leathers enamor with their
aged beauty. Colored Leathers are both smooth and luxurious.
Pricing
8" + $240
10" + $300
12" + $360
Suede
Jaipur
Savannah
Seattle
Morocco
Portland
Rich suede texture that feels every bit as luxurious as it looks. Our 100%
authentic Suede Leather has a lavish nap, lasting durability, and colors
inspired by some of the most beautiful places in the world.
Pricing
8" + $240
10" + $300
12" + $360
3: Specify Page Type + Spreads
Page Thickness
Whether you prefer the minimal styling of a thin page or the bold impact of a thick page, you can be certain your album will withstand the test of time and be seen by generations.
Thin pages are adhered back to back, but still have a rather stiff quality.
Thick pages have a 1mm substrate in between each spread so they won’t bend at all.
+ $25 per additional spread
+ $40 per additional spread
4: Select Cover Extras
Cameo
Add your favorite photo to the cover of your album to start the story off right.
Album engraving is determined by your cover color.
+ $90
Debossing
Bring a hand-crafted finishing touch to your covers with debossing you will want to run your hands over
Engraving
Personalize any album with two lines of engraving. Etch names, date, or a memorable quote.
+ $90
+ $90
Select blind (no color) or rose gold, gold, silver, black, and white foil options.
5: Add a Box
Walnut
Smooth matte finish, dark grain, genine hardwood. The Walnut Box is both durable and elegant. Pairs well with thick-paged albums.
Deboss the front or inside of the box to customize with your album. Select blind (no color) or rose gold, gold, silver, black, and white foil options.
Personalize Wood and Presentation Boxes by engraving names, date, or custom graphic on the top or underside of the lid.
Deliver, store, and protect your heirloom albums with hand-crafted boxes. Select from walnutwood, elegant linen, and silk fabric. These boxes are every bit as alluring as the albums they’re paired with.
Linen
The perfect match to your Linen Album. The Linen Box is crafted with the same natural fabric that we use to cover your albums. Pairs well with thin-paged albums.
8" + $270
10" + $330
12" + $390
8" + $260
10" + $300
12" + $320
Example Spreads
FAQ
Who designs the album??
I do! ... but really it is a team effort. After you choose your images I will being arranging them into spreads and designing the album. I will send you proofs of the design to receive feedback. We will repeat this process until the book is perfect and you approve the final design.
Are albums only available for weddings??
You can make an album with any of your galleries; wedding, engagement, newlywed, maternity, senior, family, or a combination of them. An album is the perfect way to preserve the memories from any important occasion.
What is the deposit amount??
The deposit is $500 and covers the cost of the most basic album you could make: an 8 x 8 with 10 spreads, a linen cover, and debossing on the front. If you included an album in your wedding package (when you originally booked me) you have already paid the deposit.
Can we buy copies of our albums for family members??
Yes! Copies of albums are available in 3 different sizes: 4 x 4, 8 x 8, and 10 x 10. These albums are available at a 15% discount. You can order as many copies as you'd like but they must be exact copies - no changing of the cover material, images, etc.
How long can I expect it to take for the album to be delivered to me??
The time between you submitting the order and the moment you receive the album should be about 6 weeks.
Designing the album takes about 1-2 weeks depending on how many edits you make to the design before final approval. Once I order the book from the printers, you can expect processing to take about 20 business days. Rush processing is available for an additional $100 and changes the processing time to 7 business days.
how many photos should i select for my album, and how many spreads will that create??
When choosing your photos, I would account for an average of 3-4 images per spread. 1 spread = 2 pages. The total amount of spreads and amount of images will be dependent on the type of album you are creating.
For weddings I recommend about 100 photos to fully tell the story which would translate to about 25-30 spreads.
For sessions I would recommend up to 50 images which would translate to about 10-15 spreads.
All albums can have up to 40 spreads.
Check out my blog "Tips for Selecting Photos for Your Wedding Album" for even more info.
Can we buy an album from you if another photographer took our photos??
At this time I am only taking orders from my own clients. If you worked with another photographer I would recommend contacting them to see what their album options are.
Is there anything we should do before we send in our order form??
I strongly encourage every couple meet with me in person before submitting your order. During this meeting you will have the chance to view the album samples while we go over all the customization options together. This meeting can also take place over video call, but is less convenient as you will not be able to see the samples in person.
