Now that you’ve accessed your gallery and downloaded your photos, here’s how to make the most of your beautiful family images!
Advanced Gallery Features
Creating Favorites
- Click the heart icon on any photo to mark it as a favorite
- Use favorites to easily find your top picks later
- Great for selecting photos for holiday cards or wall art
Sharing Options
- Share the gallery: Send the URL and password to family members
- Individual photo sharing: Most photos have individual share buttons
- Social media: Some galleries allow direct posting to social platforms
- Email sharing: Send specific photos directly via email
Printing Your Photos
You have two great options for printing your photos:
Option 1: Print Through the Gallery (Recommended for Professional Quality)
- Click the “Print” or “Shop” button in your gallery
- Order directly through our professional print lab partner
- High-quality printing on premium papers
- Professional color correction and quality control
- Various print sizes and products available (prints, canvases, photo books, etc.)
Option 2: Download and Print Yourself
- Download the Print Size/High Resolution files
- Print at any lab of your choice
My recommended consumer print labs:
- Nations Photo Lab (nationsphotolab.com) – Professional quality, great prices
- Mpix (mpix.com) – Excellent color accuracy and paper options
- CVS, Costco, Walgreens – Convenient and budget-friendly for everyday prints
Important: Always download the Print Size files for any physical printing. Web-size files will look pixelated when printed larger than 4×6.
Getting the Most Out of Your Photos
Creative Ideas for Your Images
- Create a photo book or album
- Print favorites for wall art or frames
- Use for holiday cards and announcements
- Share with extended family members
- Create social media profile pictures
- Build a family photo timeline
Recommended Print Sizes
- 8×10 or 11×14 – Perfect for wall art and framing
- 5×7 – Great for sharing with grandparents
- 4×6 – Traditional print size for albums
- 16×20 or larger – Statement wall pieces
Technical Tips
File Information
- High-resolution files are large and may take time to download
- Be patient, especially when downloading multiple photos
- Ensure you have enough storage space on your device
Best Practices
- Copyright: These photos are for your personal use. Please don’t share or distribute them commercially without permission
- Backup your photos: Save them to multiple locations (computer, cloud storage, external drive)
- Organize your favorites: Create folders or albums to keep your top picks easily accessible
What’s Next?
I hope you love your photos as much as I enjoyed capturing them! If you’d like to:
- Book your next family session
- Join my VIP list for early booking opportunities
- Leave a review of your experience
- Refer friends and family
Please let me know – I’d be honored to photograph your family again!
Need Help?
Reach out if you have any questions about printing, sharing, or using your photos!
Thank you for trusting me to capture these precious memories of your family. Enjoy your beautiful photos!