GENERAL
What do you charge for your services?
Prices are flat rate based on the number of pages your book or album will be. You submit the quantity you want designed and indicate the number of pages. Please inquire using our Contact Us page. Once we verify your status (photography business or consumer/customer)we will provide the details you need timely.
How many images should I submit?
It is important to submit a reasonable number of images based on the page count ordering. It is suggested you submit about 2-4 images per page side as a guide.
What is your design turn around time?
Designing turnaround starts once all images are fully uploaded to your dropbox.com folder. Expect on average 3 business days. It may take longer if there are orders ahead of you. Just ask.
Do I pay before or after design service is delivered?
Full payment is due upon placing an order. Additional fees such as adding more pages during the edit phase is charged at the completion of the job.
Do you edit individual image files?
During the design process images may be converted to BW or sometimes Sepia toning. Levels or other minor processing may occur, but is not included by default. If you want post-processing it can be ordered separately.
Do you offer unlimited changes?
Flat rate includes two rounds of changes. Additional rounds are subject to fees determined on a case by case basis.
How will I be billed?
Place your order through paypal to get your album started. Any incurred fees during the editing process is billed upon design completion via paypal.
What makes you different from other competitive album designers?
I have designed for professional photographers as well as end consumers for over 9 years studying the trends and creating my place and style in the industry.
I love what I do and use each design job as an opportunity to explore creatively while getting to know your style and ultimately provide a professional level of service that enhances your studio capabilities. My growth and success is directly related to yours.
I inspired and co-founded the a photoshop album design program understanding the demands and needs of professional photographers who were excited by their growing knowledge of photoshop yet still needed the assistance of ready made designs to get them started. The time and devotion that period of my life encompassed pushed my own level of creativity and inspired many new ideas I have created over the years.
I partnered with another album design software when they were in need of internationally friendly designs to offer their clients.
My love for custom designing specifically in the elegant field of wedding albums is evident as I have created many professional frienships through my album design services. I strive to present the best timeless, balanced, and eye catching designs that will stand the test of time.
My communication response time is often times immediate when communicating through email. There are office hours or time zones to work against. I simply love what I do and want to be YOUR Designer.
THE DESIGN PROCESS
How do I submit my image files?
Submit your images using DropBox. Your own dropbox folder will be created by contacting us to begin our partnership.
Files should be numbered in the order in chronological order. For example: client_name001.jpg, client_name002.jpg, client_name003.jpg, and so on.
You may group them within folders if you require images to appear on same spreads. Sample folder names: Getting_Ready, Ceremony, romantic, formals, reception.
You should indicate which images are must have images if submitting extras for consideration. For example: client_name012mh.jpg, client_name023alt.jpg
How do I choose a design style?
Often albums have a combination of styles. The styles page is a guide to help you determine what interests you.
How much detailed direction do you need when filling out the order form?
Honestly, the least requirements the better as I can freely explore the ideas as I get acquainted with the story you are telling. I very much feel I have taken part in your clients' special day as the designed pages unfold. But, if you are very particular about what is in the design and what isn't then certainly knowing up front makes the design process easier.
How do you present the final designs for review?
Your drop box folder will contain your proofs. If you have a proofing program and want proofs uploaded there you can send details and request they be delivered there.
How will my final designs be delivered?
Upon design approval and final payment your designs will be uploaded to your Drop Box folder or on to your album company. You will receive the final print ready high resolution JPG files as well as the layered PSD Photoshop files IF ORDERED.