How do you present 4x6 pictures?

[kingpat]

Hi there,

I'm a freelance photog and I do weddings on occasions. My basic package includes digital pictures on DVD and 100 4x6 prints. So far I've been presenting the discs in a DVD case with a printed cover and the pack of 4x6 prints in a little wooden box (bought from the dollar store). I'm a little particular when it comes to pleasing my clients and I always aim for that "wow" reaction. I haven't got a lot of good feedback about my presentation so far. I was just wondering if the way I do it is a big "no-no" and if it would better to present the prints in a photo album?

I'm just curious how other photographers out there present their pictures to their clients?

http://www.patrickphoto.ca/box/20091024.jpg

http://www.patrickphoto.ca/box/20091024-2.jpg

[tim]

I don't do loose prints much, but if I did i'd get a nice leather proof box from my album vendor. Places like TAP USA do them as well.

[kingpat]

I don't do loose prints much, but if I did i'd get a nice leather proof box from my album vendor. Places like TAP USA do them as well.You mean something like this? http://www.wildcatwholesale.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=23&idproduct=48

[kingpat]

anyone?

[JazzyMac]

Well, I'm definitely no expert *at all*, but if I'm getting married, I probably would hesitate to receive my keepsake photos in a container purchased from the dollar store.

If you are intent on just using boxes such as those, it's pretty simple to ask an interior decorator...or just a female her opinion on where you can find nicer ones from stores.

Also, put a trademark stamp on your box if you haven't already...also something about their wedding. The boxes don't even have to look the same.

I don't have any examples, but I've got ideas floating in my head. Going into a shop like Michael's or Pottery Barn, and you can probably find a higher quality than what you've been using.

Even garage sales and fairs.

[kingpat]

That makes sense Jazzy. Thanks for your input!

[wndrlst]

http://www.finaoonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=122&Itemid=70
Someone posted a link to these on another forum. I really love that they're custom and just plain groovy. :)

I've since signed up to look around at their other products, and am impressed by them in theory - I have yet to order any samples, though. The thread on the other forum elicited only positive feedback.

[Dennis_Hammer]

I put them in a 4x6 photo album actually two of them, they hold 250 shots each and are easy to look through, but a pain to fill.

[sf1]

Put the 4x6 in a box / CD in a case from Lokah.....the box comes with and insert specific for 4x6 or 5x7 or 8x10. Personally I like the Rustic boxes and cases best.
http://www.loktah.com/

[stagi]

I used to buy boxes from cypress, www.cypressalbums.com/ really beautiful handmade silk boxes. They are pricey but worth it in my opinion, definately gives your clients the WOW factor. (don't give loose 4x6's anymore so don't use them)

[ChadAndreo]

updates?

[bnlearle]

I doubt many people do this anymore...

[dche5390]

I just don't see the value in providing 4x6" prints. I wow my clients through albums or select enlargements.

[Peacefield]

I don't provide them, but they can purchase them along with a custom designed box that I source through Mpix Pro (though I'm sure a similar box is available from bunches of places).

http://www.mpixpro.com/Catalog.aspx/customwalletbox

I offer it in 5x7's so the lid can hold the DVD. I've sold a few, but not bunches.

[helloagain36]

All of my presentation and packaging comes from one of these two companies. As for loose prints, Loktah has nice proof boxes in various sizes and K&J has photo sleeves.

http://www.loktah.com/

http://www.kraftandjute.com/

[Red Tie Photography]

I don't provide them, but they can purchase them along with a custom designed box that I source through Mpix Pro (though I'm sure a similar box is available from bunches of places).

http://www.mpixpro.com/Catalog.aspx/customwalletbox

I offer it in 5x7's so the lid can hold the DVD. I've sold a few, but not bunches.

These are what I use, and I really like them.

[[Hyuni]]

I've been a photo box that looked a lot like what mpixpro offers, but on the back side of the lid, there's a CD holder. Doesn't anybody know where I can find something like that?

[PeaceFire]

If my clients buy them I drop ship them from the printer. I think they are backed in cardboard and wrapped in plastic wrap. Snazzy, I know.

[Red Tie Photography]

;12872252']I've been a photo box that looked a lot like what mpixpro offers, but on the back side of the lid, there's a CD holder. Doesn't anybody know where I can find something like that?

Millers has that option, and I am sure Mpix does too.

[tommayor]

I present my prints by holding them above my head and playing a fanfare from an old casette player...

[Peacefield]

;12872252']I've been a photo box that looked a lot like what mpixpro offers, but on the back side of the lid, there's a CD holder. Doesn't anybody know where I can find something like that?

That's an option on the MpixPro box. I think it costs all of $3 to add on, but you have to go with a 5x7 box; discs are larger than 4".

[[Hyuni]]

Hey thanks guys! How much does it cost total at Mpix?

[Peacefield]

I'm not inclined to post cost. If it's availalbe at regular Mpix, it's posted on their site. At MpixPro, you only need to register with them to sell all prices.