Why Print Your Photos: The Magic of Tangible Memories.

We live in a world where our favorite memories often live in digital clouds, on phone screens, or buried in social media timelines. And while there’s nothing wrong with scrolling through your gallery or sharing a photo online, there’s something so deeply special about holding a moment in your hands.

At Diapers and I Do’s Photography, I believe your images deserve more than just a quick "like." They deserve to be printed, displayed, and treasured—for you, for your family, and for generations to come.

Here’s why printing your photos still matters—and always will.

1. Digital Files Are Temporary. Prints Are Forever.

Phones break. Hard drives crash. Passwords get lost. But a printed photo? It’s always there.

Whether it’s a framed family portrait, a coffee table album, or a tiny photo magnet on your fridge, printed memories are safe from technology fails—and they never need to be charged.

2. Printed Photos Become Heirlooms

Imagine your kids flipping through your wedding album one day…Or your grandchild holding a photo of you during pregnancy, marveling at where their story began.

Printed photos don’t just preserve moments—they become part of your family legacy.

3. They Make Your House a Home

There’s something warm and grounding about seeing your love, your people, and your milestones displayed on your walls or tucked into frames around your home. It’s a daily reminder of what matters most.

Want to spark joy? Hang that newborn shot, that maternity glow, or that epic cake smash moment where your little one went all in.

4. You’ll Actually See and Enjoy Them

Let’s be honest—how often do you really scroll back to look at your photo folder from 3 years ago?

Printed photos keep your memories front and center. Whether it’s a canvas in your hallway or a flip-through album on the coffee table, they’re always ready to be admired and relived.

5. They Make the Best Gifts

Printed photos are personal, meaningful, and timeless. From framed prints for grandparents to custom albums for your partner or photo books of your child’s first year, these are the gifts that make people cry—in the best way.

When you book a session with me, you’ll have access to high-quality print products that are professionally calibrated for color and detail—no grainy drugstore prints or mystery crops. From fine art prints to luxe lay-flat albums, I’ll help you create keepsakes you’ll be proud to display and pass down.

You’ve invested in capturing this chapter of your life—don’t let those moments get lost in the scroll. Print them. Frame them. Flip through them with your kids. Let them live out loud in your home and in your heart.

Where to Print Your Photos

After you've spent time capturing those everyday moments, it’s worth giving them a home outside your camera roll. Here are a few of my favorite places to print high-quality photos:

Mpix
- Known for: Exceptional color accuracy, deep matte, and metallic prints.
- Website: mpix.com
- Notes: Great for professional-looking prints without needing a pro account.
Nations Photo Lab
- Known for: Archival quality prints and tons of custom options (paper types, finishes, framing).
- Website: nationsphotolab.com
- Notes: Good balance of price and museum-quality results.
Printique (formerly AdoramaPix)
- Known for: Fine art prints, metal and acrylic options, albums.
- Website: printique.com
- Notes: Their paper and craftsmanship are top-tier.
Bay Photo Lab
- Known for: Professional photo lab quality — offers canvas, metal, and wood prints too.
- Website: bayphoto.com
- Notes: They cater to professional photographers but are very beginner-friendly too.
Artifact Uprising
- Known for: Beautiful minimalist style prints, great for framing.
- Website: artifactuprising.com
- Notes: Slightly higher-end pricing, but stunning paper and eco-friendly materials.