You’ve just received your beautifully edited photos from a professional session—so now what? Do you print them and create an album? Frame them for display? Or maybe both? At MnR Photography in Market Drayton, we frequently help clients across Shropshire decide how best to showcase their most meaningful moments. In this blog, we’ll explore whether printing or framing your professional photos is the right choice for you.
Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Photos Live Only Digitally
We live in a digital age, but your most treasured images shouldn’t be buried in a hard drive or forgotten in the cloud. Printing your photos makes them tangible. You can touch them, see them daily, and pass them down through generations. Framing, meanwhile, elevates them from simple memories to artistic statements.
The Case for Printing
Printing your photos allows you to build a tactile legacy. Whether it’s a custom photo book, a stack of prints to share with family, or a portfolio for professional use, prints offer flexibility and simplicity. They’re also a budget-friendly way to preserve multiple images.
Types of Prints to Consider:
- Standard Glossy or Matte Prints
- Fine Art Giclée Prints
- Photo Books or Albums
- Polaroid-Style Instant Prints
For best results, choose a reputable service. Here’s a useful guide from Digital Camera World on the best photo printing services.
The Power of Framing
Framing adds impact, protection, and personality to your images. It’s perfect for milestone moments: weddings, graduations, family portraits, or branding photos displayed in your workplace. A frame turns your photo into a focal point of your home or office.
Why Our Market Drayton Clients Love Framing:
- It elevates home décor
- Frames protect prints from dust and fading
- Custom options add personal flair
At MnR Photography, we help you choose the perfect frame size and style to suit your photo and your space. Whether modern minimalist or classic oak, the right frame enhances the message your image conveys.
Combination Display: Print AND Frame
Why choose one when you can have both? Many of our Shropshire clients print several photos for an album and frame one or two for display. This offers the best of both worlds—daily appreciation and long-term preservation.
Key Considerations When Choosing
- Purpose: Is the photo for a gift, décor, or archival memory?
- Space: Do you have wall space or prefer a coffee table album?
- Budget: Prints are affordable in bulk; custom framing can be more of an investment.
- Longevity: High-quality frames and archival prints will last for decades.
Photo Size Matters
Choosing the right size for printing or framing is crucial. A 5×7 works well for bedside tables, while an 11×14 or 16×20 has more visual impact for living rooms or offices. We’ll guide you through options based on how you want to use the image.
Mounting & Finishing Options
Consider mounting styles like matting, canvas wraps, or floating frames. A matted photo has a traditional and gallery-style look, while canvas prints give a frameless, contemporary finish. We offer consultations at our Market Drayton studio to walk through these styles hands-on.
Client Feedback
“MnR Photography helped us choose just the right frame for our wedding photo. It now hangs above our fireplace and always gets compliments.”
– Emma P., Shropshire
“We ordered an album and also a few large wall prints from our family shoot. Both options were perfect for different reasons!”
– Tom W., Market Drayton
Want More Photo Ideas?
Check out our blog on 10 Reasons to Invest in Professional Photos This Year to see how your pictures can go beyond pixels.
Let MnR Photography Help You Decide
Our team is here to guide you through your post-session options—print, frame, or both. Visit our Market Drayton studio to browse sample frames, touch print materials, and talk about your vision. Whether it’s a cherished family portrait or a branded office piece, we’ll help you make the most of your images.
Book a consultation today and find the best way to display your professional photography with MnR Photography.