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✨ Let the Memories Begin Again is a solo-member, female-owned LLC that's known for creatively curating and designing your cherished memories into a one-of-a-kind keepsake. I mostly partner with Disney vacationers and other adventure travelers- especially those who know that they want to document & preserve their memories but are overwhelmed by all the options and time required to get it done. Whether from yesterday or years ago, I take the time to carefully gather, organize, and curate your photos (and any additional details) into a captivating photo book so you can easily relive, enjoy, and share your memories for many years to come. Your images, items and stories are cared for and handled as if they are my own. And "custom design" mean that the page layouts are based on your images and materials, not a cookie-cutter template, to create a keepsake that is distinctively yours! There will be no other exactly like it... unless you choose to make multiple copies. As a member and Certified Pro of The Photo Managers, I abide by their best practices and code of ethics. Also, I source and use professional, trusted printing labs, vendors, and archival-quality product companies - many who are also partners with The Photo Managers. A quick side note: 🔆 Before deciding to solely focus on my innate love of photos, photography and memory-keeping, I also considered offering a service to help busy families and individuals to create more intentional and meaningful gatherings. However, since I really enjoy being able to share and pass along amazing info and resources, I will occasionally include posts in the newsletter (in addition to photo-related topics) to inspire and help you discover ways to incorporate and celebrate more of life's moments... Because isn't that the subject of most of our photos anyway... documenting those special times and moments in our lives? If you're curious about my original ideas and concept behind starting Let the Memories Begin Again, you can read the "long version" in this post.

So glad you asked! 🔎Discovery Call. We'll begin by getting to know each with a brief consultation via zoom to learn about your project. During this discovery call, I'll help you: ​ Identify your goal & desired outcome for this project & the best next step to get started Determine if I’d be the right creative partner for you at this time If helpful, get all the details to create a proposal - outlining how I could creatively design a custom photo book to perfectly capture your treasured memories If we decide to work together, we'll schedule another call to review the proposal and other details before getting started! 📤✔️Gather & Select. You will receive instructions and details about how to upload digital photos from your phone, tablet or computer. If you have other information and/or materials you want to include - such as captions, stories, printed images that need to be digitized, memorabilia or video clips- we will go over the best options and details for collecting those items. You will have the option to decide if you want to choose all the images, have me make all the selections, or a little of both (you have a few favorites that must be included, but the remainder are based on the story and design layout). 📖✨Design & Deliver. With your story and preferences in mind, I'll begin designing your book Once ten or more pages are formatted, you will receive an initial digital proof to review and ensure that the general design direction is what you envision. Then, when the design is complete, you will receive a full digital proof for review. We'll work together to make any corrections, tweaks, and minor changes to create a totally custom, high-quality book that delights and truly captures your most magical moments! (Two full rounds of revisions are included and the project will not go to print until you give final, written approval.)

✅ A photo book can be completed in as little as 3-4 weeks or as long as a few months depending on how promptly all the content is gathered and shared with me and we decide on the details and particulars of the project. 📆 If you have a specific date or deadline in mind, please let me know as soon as possible. Depending the project, it might be possible to complete it in a shorter timeframe, however additional "rush" charges for both design and printing will be incurred. Schedule a call with me so we can chat about all the details.

✅There are several ways for you to get your photos to me via online web sharing platforms or other methods. I will send you information about the best option(s) and directions (if needed) as to how to share images, videos, and any other materials needed such as event/vacation timelines, captions, stories or other important details to be included. ✅Throughout the entire process we will stay in contact with one another to check on progress, address any issues and answer any questions you may have; Beginning with our first discovery call where we'll learn about each other and you share your ideas and vision for your special book or gift. Once we start working together, we will schedule a second call to review all the details and go over specifics about the project. As I begin curating and designing your book, I will be in touch if I have any questions or need clarification of any kind. You will also access to a private Client Portal in which you can message me, upload files and more.

I can, you can or we can... it's your choice! Organizing and selecting photos is included as part of my services. I'm here to free you of that task. After we meet and I know the details of your project, I'll go through all your photos and select the ones that best tell your story. Of course, you always have the final say in what's included or not. However, if you do know the exact photos you want to include, I will design your book with them...maybe making a suggestion here or there if needed. 😉 OR... we can work together if you know there are some specific photos you want to include, but aren't sure about selecting all the images/items needed for your project. Ultimately my goal is to make this project as easy, stress-free, and enjoyable as possible. 🪄

Absolutely! Photo-related gifts always bring lots of joy, smiles, laughter, and sometimes even a few tears. 📖 I’d be honored to design a custom keepsake that will surprise and delight your special recipient and win you the title of "Gift-Giver Extraordinaire"! Contact me and let’s talk about all your ideas. 🎁 Gift packaging and wrapping options are also available. 📧 Gift certificates are available with a $50 minimum and can be used towards any service and/or product.* * Valid for one year after the date of purchase unless otherwise specified and/or approved.

At this time, my focus is mainly on creating photobooks, albums, and other tangible image-based products. But I do offer a limited number of spaces per year for printed photo organizing projects. Please contact me if you want to learn more about this. And while I currently do not offer digital organizing or digital asset management, I'm delighted to partner with (or refer you to) one or more of my Professional Photo Manager colleagues, both domestically (and internationally!), that are highly-skilled and fabulously talented!

Every service business we consider hiring, whether it's a home repair person, a personal trainer, a life/business coach or a photo manager, has it's pros and cons. It comes down to knowing who you are, what you want/are willing to do, and what you don't/aren't willing to do. By working with Let the Memories Begin Again: ✨ You'll have time to go make more amazing memories. No learning design platforms or programs that can be glitchy and not always so user-friendly. ✨ No pre-designed templates are used to "fit" your memories into. Each page and spread is thoughtfully and carefully designed to tell your story in a way that truly recaptures your cherished memories. ✨ You'll have a knowledgeable, trusted partner to select the best options for your project... saving you time and frustration not having to decipher between all the choices and worrying about how the final, printed project will turn out. ✨ You can feel confident knowing that you've hired a service provider who values your memories, time and investment, and will work diligently to ensure your final book, project and/or products are everything you envisioned and more! A personal note about "do-it yourself" Projects... If you already have the necessary skills, an abundance time and energy, and enjoy creating (in general), then "D-I-Y" projects can be great! I have done a variety of them over the years. And, I've also learned three VERY valuable lessons along the way: 1. It almost always takes longer than anticipated and ends up costing more than expected. 2. Before beginning any project, always do an honest assessment of your current skill/expertise levels and where they max out at. Decide if you're willing to invest the time and/or money to learn any new skills needed. 3. Recognize when it makes more sense to enlist the help of a professional that will, ultimately, save time and frustration, and ensure the final desired results. 😊