American photographer Aaron Siskind said “Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” What better way of recounting those special memories than through a physical copy of your photos, in the form of a book portfolio? In our digital world, portfolios represent a collection of our most significant and memorable pictures, used to share a visual narrative, easily accessible to all generations. They are a tangible form of art and sophistication, easily created by both professional and passionate photographers. Therefore, I loved the idea of collaborating with Saal Digital – one of the leading suppliers of photo products in Europe, for this product review. The company is specialised in high-quality photo products, including photo books, photo prints, posters, calendars, greeting cards, Wall Décor, as well as various photo gifts. The Saal Digital portfolio used for this review came in the size of 30×20, with a white leatherette cover and metallic pages.
There are many great photographers who have used some of their favourite works and creations to compile their own high quality photo books. But this review is about you, the passionate photographer who wants nothing more but to express that unique creative vision in order to bring special memories to life. Because there is still value in a book portfolio. “Depending on your expectations, making a photo book could very well be the most memorable, rewarding, and ultimately challenging mission you ever undertake as a photographer,” photo maker, author and adventurer Adam Welch states.
Your most impressive photographs can be showcased in the Saal Digital portfolio, with both the cover and the inside pages easily able to be replaced with new designs and photo collections, thanks to the new handmade and practical screw system. All covers can be ordered individually and can be customized with text and cliparts. See how versatile the Portfolio Album is by clicking here.
The metallic paper used for the Saal Digital portfolio review has a slightly silver shimmer that gives a special touch to images, apart from brightening those lighter colours. For a more elegant presentation of the album, the handmade premium gift box made of high-quality materials is the ideal addition.
Historian and photography critic Gerry Badger describes the portfolio it as “a particular kind of photography book, in which images prevail over text, and the joint work of the photographer, editor and graphic designer helps build a visual narrative,” conceived to withstand the tests of time through its physicality and tangibility.
Despite digital images playing an important part in our daily lives, the domain of photographic publishing has reached a great exposure through various photo collections, from Stephen McLaren’s Street Photography contemporary urban images collection, to Chris Packham’s wildlife portfolio. From professional to amateur photographers, the book portfolio treasures those special moments and more. It showcases how easy it is to flip through the pages of a book in order to relive the memories you cherish the most.
Photo location: Seven Coffee Shop & Eatery
