The Importance of Printing Your Family Photos

Do your family photos live on your computer, hard drive, cloud storage, or phone? If you’re nodding yes, you’re not alone! But let’s be honest—how often do you actually go back and look at them? Probably not as often as you’d like. (If you’re one of the rare ones who already has your photos printed and displayed—well done! That’s exactly where they should be.)

I’m here to tell you one thing: PRINT YOUR PHOTOS! And the best time to do it? As soon as you receive your gallery.

Don’t Wait—Print Now!

I’ll be the first to admit—I waited over a year before printing any of my wedding photos. I kept putting it off, thinking I’d get around to it later. It actually took family members asking for prints to finally push me into action. And that album I swore I’d design? It’s still not done…almost 6 years later!

Life gets busy (especially with kids), and if you don’t print your photos right away, chances are you might never do it. And that would be a shame, because your family’s beautiful memories deserve to be seen, not buried in a forgotten digital folder.

Love when clients send photos of their framed prints!

How to Order Prints from Your Gallery

Professional photos deserve professional prints. I make it super easy for you to print your photos directly from your gallery. Here’s how:

1. Open your online gallery.

2. Click on any image.

3. Select “Buy Photo” in the upper right corner.

4. Choose from:

   • Print Packages (various sizes bundled together).

   • A La Carte Items (individual prints, canvases, or metal prints).

I offer professional, archival-quality prints that are made to last for generations. I strongly recommend ordering prints through your gallery. I believe it's important to invest in quality prints so your photos maintain their integrity long term. If you're used to ordering your prints from big box stores and online bargain printers, you'll be amazed at the difference in quality! I promise, it's worth it.

Displaying Your Photos: Get Them on the Wall!

Once your prints arrive (usually within a week when ordered through your gallery), it’s time to display them!

Here are a few ideas to make the most of your printed memories:

• Create a gallery wall with different-sized frames.

• Hang a row of extra large prints for a clean, modern look.

• Use vertical space by stacking 3–4 prints on a narrow wall.

• Prop framed prints on shelves for an effortless, stylish display.

No matter how you choose to showcase them, the important thing is that your family photos are visible and enjoyed every day.

The Science Behind Printed Photos & Your Child’s Self-Esteem

Did you know that displaying family photos can boost your child’s self-esteem? Research has shown that when kids see themselves in photos displayed at home, it reinforces their sense of belonging, love, and importance within the family. It’s a small but powerful way to help build confidence and a strong self-image.

Prints Are Heirlooms for Future Generations

Years from now, when your kids are grown—or when their kids are grown—your digital files may no longer exist. But your printed photos? They’ll still be there.

I have boxes of old family photos, some dating back to the late 1800s. These pictures of my grandmother, my mom as a child, and even generations before them are some of my most treasured possessions. Imagine your great-grandkids holding onto your family photos, cherishing them just as much as you do now.

That’s the power of a print.

So, what are you waiting for? Print your photos. Frame them. Hang them. Love them. Because the best place for your memories isn’t on a hard drive—it’s in your home, where they can be seen and loved every single day.