Hi, I am Lynn – a professional photographer in Columbia, SC, and today, we are going to talk all about albums. You remember that old family album? The way your heart swells as you run your fingers over those cherished photographs, each page telling a story of love, laughter, and precious moments frozen in time. As both a mom and your trusted photographer, I understand the irreplaceable value of having your memories preserved in ways that will stand the test of time.

Why Choose a Handmade Album?

An album isn’t just a way to store photos; it’s a keepsake, a piece of your family’s history. albums are handcrafted with care using archival materials, ensuring they’ll stand the test of time. Each page feels luxurious and meaningful, and the thick, layflat spreads make your images look as stunning as the day they were captured.

Think of these albums as heirlooms—a gift to yourself now and a treasure for your children and grandchildren in the years to come.

Album Collection: Handcrafted with Love

I offer different types of album for you to order after your photo session. These albums are ordered a la cart. These albums are great keepsakes to be passed down for generations.

The albums that you order are crafted by hand with archival materials. Thick, lay-flat pages printed on photographic paper allow your photos to shine, with no creases or bends to distract from the beauty within.

Let me take you through various album options you can choose from.

The Flushmount Album

Imagine opening a book where your photos stretch seamlessly across both pages, telling your story in grand, panoramic detail. In other words, its full spread includes the left and right side when laying open.

Picture this: you open your album, and there’s your family, captured in a moment of pure joy, the image flowing seamlessly across both pages without any awkward center break. Our layflat design means:

• No important details lost in the crease
• Panoramic views of group shots
• Stunning impact when displaying scenic family portraits
• Perfect for those precious moments you want to see in full detail

Our flushmount albums feature:

• Thick, layflat pages that open completely flat
• Professional photographic paper that brings your images to life
• Handcrafted construction using archival materials
• Options for 10 to 50 spreads to tell your complete story

The Matted Album

There’s something eternally elegant about a matted album. Each photo is showcased like a piece of art, mounted within a beautifully crafted window. These albums offer:

• Beautifully simple, classic construction of ragmat 4ply matboard.
• Holds 6-24 prints
• My team and I’ll finish the prints and assemble your album, or you can choose to add your personal touch with a DIY approach.
• Make it extra special with our pre-designed Cover Art options from our Design Library – an easy way to add a custom finish!
• Every basic album comes with 6 beautifully crafted mats to protect and showcase your photos.
• To give you a better sense of the finished product, our albums are approximately 2″ larger than the product name – so your finished 4×6 album will be about a 6×8 keepsake!

Mini Albums

Here’s a sweet secret that my clients absolutely love – mini albums! Adorable mini albums are lovingly crafted from recycled cover materials, replicating the charm of our larger albums, minus debossing and cameos, for a sweet, eco-friendly keepsake. This approach allows you to have an additional album at an affordable price.

The exact size of a mini album varies based on the main album’s size and ratio.

All square mini albums are 6 x 6 in size. The sizing for horizontal and vertical albums is as follows:
• 8 x 10 – 5 x 6.25
• 9 x 12 – 5.25 x 7
• 11 x 14 – 5.5 x 7
• 10 x 15 – 5 x 7.5.

These adorable scaled-down versions of your main album are perfect for:

• Grandparents who want to show off their grandbabies
• Your office desk or bedside table
• Thoughtful gifts for family members
• Sustainable production using recycled materials

Designing Your Perfect Album

Together, we’ll create an album that perfectly tells your family’s story. Whether you’re:

• Expecting parents wanting to document your journey
• Families capturing yearly milestones
• Celebrating the arrival of your newborn
• Creating your first family heirloom
• Creating family memories

The Craftsmanship Difference

Our albums aren’t just products—they’re pieces of art. Every detail, from the album materials to the album’s design, is chosen carefully:

• Archival materials: Your album is built to last, resisting fading and deterioration.
• Photographic paper: Every image is printed with vivid colors and sharp details, preserving your memories beautifully.
• Handcrafted design: Each album is lovingly made, ensuring every corner and seam is just right.

When you invest in an album, you’re not just preserving photos—you’re preserving emotions, milestones, and the joy of being together.

Choosing the Right Album for Your Family

After your session, we’ll work together to select the perfect album for your needs. Whether it’s a grand flushmount album to display on your coffee table, a mini album for gifting, or a matted album for timeless elegance, there’s an option to suit every family and every story.

If you’re ready to turn your cherished memories into something you can hold, flip through, and treasure forever, let’s chat about creating your dream album.