You have done your spring cleaning and discovered long forgotten precious items like memorabilia, home movies, and old photos. Now, you are wondering:
What is the most accessible way to store photos, slides, and memorabilia?
How to preserve them, so they won’t be damaged or destroyed over time.
Where to begin.
The answer to your questions is scanning.
Why digitize your collection?
- Extends the lifetime of your media.
- Creates a safe and secure backup.
- Increases your ability to share and enjoy your memories.
If you do decide to scan your photo collection, think about:
Who should do the scanning? Are you comfortable with doing it yourself or should you hire a professional? Here are some things to consider:
If you do decide to hire a photo management professional, here are some tips to help you find the right professional for your specific job:
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Visit Website
Research photo managers in your area by visiting their websites. They should include samples of previous projects, testimonials, and short biographies.
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Investigate Services
Look for digital editing services like manual adjustment for color, density, contrast, and saturation as well as photo repairs, red-eye reduction, and restoration.
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Look for Professional Certifications and Memberships
The Photo Managers (TPM) – the leading educational community in photo management – offers certifications in Professional Photo Management and Privacy Advocacy.
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Ask Questions
Professional photo managers should always be available for questions. Most offer free consultations, personal coaching, and maintenance plans once your project is complete.
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Start Small
Start with a small project – scanning 50 photos. Work through the process and then decide if you would like to continue with a larger project.
When is the best time to begin a scanning project? There is no time like the present.
For more information about all our services including quality scanning, please contact us at info@goldstarphotosolutions.com or call us at 530-264-5995.