wedding albums
by Leah Goetzel Photography
Album 101
A top priority in my business is that all my couples have an album. I think it is the absolute best way to view ones wedding photos. For that reason I offer two different album options: In Gallery and Completely Custom. Let's chat about what each of those are.
In Gallery DIY is an affordable, do it yourself album option. You are able to select your images and design right from your wedding gallery. Those begin at $500 for an 8x8 album with 10 spreads.
Completely custom is where I will take care of the designing, ordering and delivering. These albums are the finest quality money can buy . They begin at $950 for an 8x8 album with 10 spreads.
A draft design will be ready in 2 weeks. From there you will be able to easily make notes and comments for any changes. You have 3 rounds of adjustments
proofing
I'll get started on the design process after your selections have been made.
design
In your online gallery label your favorite photos. Alternatively, I can select all images that I think best tell the story of your day.
pick your images
Pick the number of spreads, cover design, and finish. Submit your choices using the form at the bottom of this page.
choose album
I hand inspect each and every album, once I've confirmed the product is flawless you will receive your album at your door in 2-3 weeks!
album delivery
the custom process
example of a more spread out design (fewer images per spread)
example of a more compressed out design (more images per spread)
select your size
All albums include 10 spreads (20 pages). You are welcome to add additional spreads for an additional $10/spread. There is a maximum of 40 spreads (80 pages) per album.
Here's a rough breakdown on how many images you can feature based on the number of spreads:
10-18 spreads: 30-40 images
19-25 spreads: 40-60 images
26-32 spreads: 60-80 images
33-40 spreads: 80-100 images
$950
$1100
$1250
Standard size for parent albums
Standard size for couples
For maximum impact. Feature your wedding spectacularly!
select a finish
Choose between a Linen or Leather cover.
The layered weaves of the linen highlight the craftsmanship and beauty of your album. Fine Linen has a large weave with a pronounced texture. Select Linen has a delicate weave with a parallel texture. Japanese Silk has a soft, sleek texture that is natural to the smooth fibrils of silk.
We use 100% natural, Italian leathers that are selected for their exceptional texture, strength, and durability. The Distressed Leathers enamor with their aged beauty. Colored Leathers are both smooth and luxurious.
cover add-ons
Add a personal touch to your album by choosing a cover add-on.
Cameo - $30 - Add your favorite photo to the cover of your album to start the story off right.
Engraving - $30 - Personalize any album with two lines of engraving. Etch names, date, or a memorable quote.
Embossing - $50 - Select blind (no color) or one of our foil options (Rose gold, gold, silver, black, or white)
the box
Select how you'd like to store your beautifully created album.
Options include walnut wood and elegant linen. These boxes are every bit as alluring as the albums they’re paired with.
The perfect match to your Linen Album. The Linen Box is crafted with the same natural fabric that we use to cover your albums.
+160
Smooth matte finish, dark grain, genuine hardwood. The Walnut Box is both durable and elegant.
+350
All albums come with a linen dust jacket.
+included
submit choices
Woo! You've made all the important choices for selecting your album. Now fill out the contact form below with those choices.
If you haven't already labeled your pictures in your gallery, let me know and I'll send over instructions on how to do that!
Fill out form here
HOW DO I CARE FOR MY ALBUM?
Do not expose your album to extreme changes in temperature or humidity, as high temperatures can cause pages to dry out and become brittle while high humidity can cause pages to warp and mold to grow. Also avoid direct sunlight. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean off dust and dirt and if necessary, remove dirt gently with a damp cloth. When not enjoying your album, store it flat inside a protective case or cover.
WHAT IS THE RETURN POLICY?
Due to the entirely customized nature of this product all sales are final and non refundable. Once the order has placed (ie. final designs approved, not the submission of the above form), no changes can be made.
WHAT IF I DON'T WANT TO USE MY ALBUM CREDIT, CAN IT BE SUBBED?
Album credits are gifted onto all weddings booked after January 2022. This credit is simply a gift and has no real monetary value. I feel super passionately about my couples having an album, which is why I've offered this credit. The credit cannot be used or subbed for any other product or service.
WHAT IS THE PRODUCT GUARANTEE?
If there is anything wrong with one of my products at the time you receive it, or if one of the products shows any manufacturing defects, simply return it for a repair or replacement. I understand life happens, so damage due to wear and tear will be repaired at a reasonable charge.
I WOULD LIKE A PARENT ALBUM, WHAT CAN BE ADJUSTED?
Options you can change and qualify for the duplicate copy discount:
Album Size
Album Color
Album Cover Type
Paper Options
Options you cannot change and qualify for the duplicate copy discount:
Spread Count
The Design or Images in the Design
Cover Options (Engraving, Debossing, Cameo)
Inside Cover Debossing
WHERE ARE YOUR ALBUMS MADE?
Every single album is hand-crafted in Indianapolis, Indiana.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SPREADS?Minimum- 10 spreads. Maximum- 40 spreads.
WHAT BRAND OF PAPER DO YOU PRINT ON?
We print exclusively on Fuji Crystal Archival luster paper.
IS THERE A SPLIT IN THE MIDDLE OF YOUR SPREADS?
No, your images are printed across the center of the spread.
ARE YOUR ALBUMS LAYFLAT?
Yes, the albums are designed to lay completely flat so you can see your work in full-view.
WHAT SIZES ARE THICK AND THIN PAGES?
Thin pages have a low profile and are constructed by adhering two spreads back to back. Thick pages have a 1mm substrate between each set of spreads to give a sturdy quality to each page
DO YOU OFFER A VEGAN OPTION?
I try to be as eco-friendly as possible with my products and all of our linen covers are vegan, but we do not offer any faux leather options. Because vegan products are newer to the market, I cannot ensure that those materials would meet our standards.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ENGRAVING AND EMBOSSING?
Engraving uses a laser to etch the graphic into the material.
Debossing uses a plate to depress (or stamp) the graphic into the material.
DO YOU OFFER A RUSH OPTION?
Yes, we can rush your entire order so it leaves our lab within 7 business days from the time of upgrade. This is available for an additional $500 and subject to availability.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
Payment must be taken in full to submit an album design, however if you know you'd like to purchase an album prior to wedding day you can add that on to your proposal and it will fall into the standard payment plan structure of your wedding package.
CAN I PURCHASE AN ALBUM AFTER MY WEDDING DAY?
Absolutely! All wedding galleries are stored safely on my computer for a full year, you can add on an album at any time during that year. After that time period has elapsed I might not have the full resolution files stored so an album wouldn't be possible on my end.
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