I take thousands of photos every year — for my clients, but also for myself. And while I adore shooting, the real magic happens when those photos make it out of my hard drive and into our hands. My kids love flipping through albums, pointing out their younger selves, and laughing over the silly holiday moments I thought they’d never remember. Those printed memories have become part of our family story.
The best part? Printing your photos doesn’t have to be expensive or overwhelming. Here are some of my favourite (and affordable!) ways to bring your images to life.
Quick & Budget-Friendly Wins
📸 Instax & Polaroid Printers
I’m obsessed with these little printers — they turn your phone gallery into instant keepsakes. Print your favourite snaps right at home, and stick them in:
- Journals or travel scrapbooks
- A gallery wall or the fridge
- Cards and gifts for grandparents
They’re fun, playful, and a great way to enjoy those “everyday” moments.
📚 Everyday Albums from Dossi
Not every album has to be a high-end heirloom. I love Dossi for their understates simplicity. Their stick in books are absolutely beautiful, affordable and timeless. They’re perfect for printing everyday family moments, holiday memories, or even wedding memories without the big price tag.
🖼️ Wall Grids & Clip Frames
This is one of my favourite low-pressure ways to display prints:
- Print a bunch of 6x4s
- Clip them onto a wall grid or peg string
- Swap them out every few months
It’s easy, affordable, and keeps your home feeling fresh.
Coffee Table Worthy Keepsakes
📖 Blurb: My Favourite for Holidays
Whenever we travel, I take so many photos that they’d never fit in a traditional high-end album. Instead, I use Blurb to make simple, stylish books that hold every photo I love. They’re more affordable than my pro lab albums, which makes them perfect for trips and everyday adventures.
Other favourites for stunning, minimal coffee table books include Milk Books and Artifact Uprising.
📅 Yearly Photo Calendars
One of my favourite grandparent gifts — a custom photo calendar from Artifact Uprising. They’re practical and a fun way to enjoy your family photos every single day.
Creative DIY Displays
🎨 Washi Tape Walls
For a playful, low-commitment gallery, print your favourites and “frame” them with colourful washi tape. Perfect for kids’ rooms!
🌟 Pegged String Lights
Hang fairy lights and clip your photos onto them — it’s whimsical, cozy, and easy to update as your kids grow.
✏️ Family Zines
Why not make your own family magazine? Add your favourite photos, a few stories, and even your kids’ artwork or handwriting. Over time, you’ll build a whole collection of mini time capsules.
Why Printing Matters
I believe photos are meant to be seen, touched, and loved — not buried in a phone gallery. Kids light up when they see themselves in albums, and flipping through pages together is such a simple, joyful way to revisit memories.
And here’s the thing: You don’t need a “perfect” home or the “perfect” photo to print. The silly moments, the messy ones, the ones you think no one will care about — those often become the most treasured.
So pick a favourite photo (or fifty), choose an affordable printing option, and start filling your home with your family’s story.
Ready to Capture Your Own Memories?
I believe every family deserves photos they’ll treasure — not just on a screen, but in albums, books, and prints you can hold. If this post has inspired you to finally get in front of the camera, I’d love to help.
I offer:
- Relaxed, storytelling family sessions — at home or outdoors
- Newborn photography — baby-led, gentle, and completely stress-free
- Maternity sessions — celebrating your growing family in a way that feels natural
Booking is simple:
Click here to get in touch, and we’ll start planning your dream session — from choosing the perfect location to making sure you have images you’ll want to print, frame, and love for years to come.
