Printing Family Memories: Why Your Family Photos Deserve More Than a Digital Archive

Obviously, photography is a passion of mine, and one of the reasons I was drawn to it, was to capture the memories of my family. 

While the convenience of having digital images on our phones and devices is undeniable, I've always felt strongly about the importance of printing family photos. Printing and displaying our cherished moments is essential in preserving our family history. Sure, having a plethora of images at our fingertips on our phones is convenient, but there's something special about transforming those digital moments into tangible memories. Whether it's the candid snapshots of your day or the professionally captured family portraits. Taking the time to print and display these images adds a personal touch to your living space and celebrates your family memories. Printed photos tell a visual story of a family's history to help bridge generational gaps by preserving and passing down memories

Technology is constantly updating and changing.  Images are available to us now, but might not be compatible with upgraded technology in the future. Properly printed and stored photos can last for generations. Unlike digital files that may degrade over time or be lost in the shuffle of technological upgrades, printed photos have a physical form that can endure."

The holidays are here, so consider a personalized family photo gift, instead of the usual store-bought presents. Gather your favorite family photos and turn them into heartfelt gifts – custom calendars, photo books, or framed prints. Not only are you giving a unique and sentimental present, but you're also fostering a deeper connection to your family's story. Every year I create a calendar that captures my parents with all their children and grandchildren throughout the year. I make several copies so each of my brother’s families also has the gift.  This year, we had an extended family reunion and hired a professional photographer to capture the event. You can bet, I’ll be taking those images to create some unique and personalized gifts for my family members.

So, just don’t take those precious photos but print them, display them, and show the story of your family by displaying them in your home. Let your printed memories be the gift that keeps on giving, a timeless document of love and togetherness that will be cherished for years to come.

Considering a family portrait session?