Posted in Album Design on 15. Feb, 2011
Most people, as they grow older, give some thought to the legacy they’re leaving behind. Parents, especially, think about what they’ll pass down to their children and grandchildren. By the time you reach Grandparent status, you have a lifetime of memories to share and leave for all future generations to come.
The photographs you’ve collected over [...]
Posted in Wedding Tips on 09. Feb, 2011
Here it is almost Valentine’s Day, and once again you’re searching for that romantic gesture or gift that will leave a lasting impression. How can you delight your loved one, armed with minimal dollars, your boundless creativity and a camera? Here’s an idea that’s guaranteed to be remembered.
1. Take photos of all the lovely things [...]
Posted in Album Design, Wedding Albums on 13. Jan, 2011
Many of us are guilty of a crime against memories. We are hoarding a box (or three) of wedding proofs under our bed, up in the attic, or in a closet. These stashed-away proofs are barring us from truly enjoying the memories from one of the most special days of our lives: our wedding day.
We [...]
Posted in Album Design on 02. Dec, 2010
When people find out I design photo albums for a living, they often ask me, “What makes a good album cover photo?” It’s a great question, because the cover is actually critical to the overall album design. The cover sets the tone for the album. Like a good book jacket cover, it needs to draw [...]
Posted in Album Design, Bar Mitzvah albums on 27. Jul, 2010
The culmination of most Bar and Bat Mitzvahs – probably the only aspect that lasts for generations once the event is over – is the photo album. More than anything else, the photo album is the single touch point the entire family will refer to when recalling this pivotal event. Because it’s so important, designing [...]
Posted in Wedding Albums on 21. Jun, 2010
The key to making a wedding album truly unique and impactful is to design a presentation that reflects the personalities of the bride and groom. Today’s wedding albums are all about character. The focus is on what makes you both, as a couple, different from other couples, and what made your wedding special.
The days of [...]
Posted in Album Design, Wedding Albums on 01. Apr, 2010
My name is Kelly Conlan, and I’m the Album Design Director for Album Boutique. When I work on an album with one of our clients, a certain intimacy is formed from our conversations, and from seeing photos of the client’s loved ones. So I thought it’s only fair to share a bit about myself [...]
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