PMA_PhotoBooks

A photo book is the next evolution of the photo album using your digital photos. Using very simple software, anyone can create a beautiful coffee table-style book of your personal memories.

If you are looking for a new, attractive and unique way to show off your photos, consider the self-published photo book. These digital books are easy to create, inexpensive, and totally customizable. Best of all, they make a perfect gift, especially around the holidays. A photo book can celebrate a new baby, a wedding or engagement party, or other family events, including vacations. Once you create a photo book, you can print copies on demand, and have them shipped directly to friends and family all over the world.

Styles of photo books

There are many sizes and styles of photo books from which to choose. From hard cover to soft cover to leather bound or miniature, there is a photo book that's just perfect for any event.

Steps to making a great photo book

1. Select the photos you would like to use

2. Select the size and style of photo book that is best for your project.

3. Be as creative as you want. You can have full creative control over exactly where pictures are placed, the design of each page, and when and where to use text. Or you may choose to have the software automatically load your photos into a pre-determined template making the entire process effortless.

4. Order your book and decide to pick it up at the store or have it delivered to your door.

Complicated software is not necessary to make a professional quality book. Visit us here at the store and we'll show you how easy it really is! Choose from many options including hard cover, soft cover, and a variety of sizes. After uploading the pictures (in jpg format) from your memory card, you can add personalized text, and captions. The pages can then be designed to feature one large image, or a collection of several smaller pictures.  You can also adjust the background color of the actual page in addition to choosing from several themes.  Whether you are looking for great holiday gift, a way to showcase your work, or want to create a family keepsake, a photo book is a wonderful option.       

Article courtesy of New York Institute of Photography and PMA - The Worldwide Community of Imaging Associations.. For more tips.