Archival & Personal Collection Photography

clean, editorial, archival

Preserving personal history through photography

A simple, streamlined approach for preserving meaningful personal collections,

heirlooms, artwork, memorabilia, and family history pieces

through consistent, high-quality photography designed for archival and print purposes.

Some things are too meaningful to leave in a box

Ideal For

  • Family heirlooms

  • Artwork collections

  • Letters / journals

  • Scrapbooks

  • Children’s artwork

  • Vintage objects

  • Personal memorabilia

  • Archival book projects

Document Your Collection

Approach

These projects are photographed with a clean, consistent archival style focused on preserving the integrity of the objects while creating a cohesive series suitable for:

  • Personal books

  • Family archives

  • Printing

  • Digital preservation

  • Legacy documentation

Unless otherwise requested, projects are captured with a simple studio-style setup on white or neutral backgrounds with minimal styling and minimal retouching.

Pricing Structure

Creative Fee

Covers:

  • Setup

  • Photography time

  • Handling and organization

  • Basic processing and file management

Typical Range

  • Half Day: $750

  • Full Day: $1,400

  • Multi-Day Projects: Custom Estimate

Image Fees

Image pricing is based on final volume and intended use.

Standard Personal / Archival Projects

  • Small collections: $35/image

  • Medium collections: $20–$30/image

  • Large-volume collections: custom bulk pricing

Bulk pricing is commonly applied for larger archival projects where consistency and volume are prioritized over extensive retouching or commercial production.

Typical Deliverables

  • High-resolution JPEG files

  • Consistent color and framing

  • Print-ready files

  • Minimal retouching included

  • Personal-use rights included

Thoughtfully documenting the objects that tell your story

Optional Add-Ons

  • Creative styling

  • Custom backgrounds / props

  • Book sequencing consultation

  • Print preparation assistance

  • Additional retouching

  • Rush turnaround

Estimated Timeline

Depends on:

  • Volume of items

  • Condition / handling needs

  • Styling complexity

  • Final image count

Most archival projects are completed within 1–3 weeks from photography date.

Notes

These projects are priced primarily around:

  • Volume

  • Handling time

  • Consistency across the full collection

  • Post-processing workflow

The goal is to create a clean, organized, professionally photographed archive that preserves the collection in a thoughtful and lasting way.