TURNAROUND & DESIGN DETAILS

  • 5-7 business days, usually less!

    We also offer a 48 hour 'rush' turnaround for a 50% surcharge.

    We have yet to miss a design deadline. Even in busy season, you can expect prompt and reliable service.

  • We specialize in Clean album design, but also offer a Boutique option for those looking for a bit more flare. Every design is 100% unique, created without the aid of templates.

    Clean:
    Our most popular option. Images are showcased on all-white backgrounds, without additional graphic elements, for a beautiful and timeless look.

    Boutique:
    A variety of design techniques may be added to your custom design. These can include background images, fades, keyline borders, color bars or graphic elements in a subtle and tasteful layout style.

    Examples of both design styles can be found HERE.

  • We can design for ANY album company or printer.

    Just let us know your preferred printer and album style upon ordering, and we'll be sure to design for the correct specs. (We're also happy to recommend a few of our favorites if you're undecided!)

  • We strive for perfection with the first proof, but up to two rounds of revisions are included in our design fee.

    Additional rounds of revisions are available for $50 each.

  • Proofing is done online or with an emailed pdf… Just let us know your preference!

COST

  • If you’re a Professional Photographer, please inquire for a complete price list HERE

    If you're not a professional photographer, please find info HERE.

  • We strongly believe that you sell what you show... and we're happy to make it easy and cost-effective. We offer a 25% discount for studio sample designs, up to 2 uses per studio per year.

  • We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express. Design fees are charged upon project submission.

IMAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • We recommend an average of 2-3 images per page for the most design flexibility, but we’re happy to accommodate more images if possible.

  • Absolutely! Please do your best to pick out the images you want included, but we’re happy to narrow down a bit more if needed.

  • We do not provide color correction, and ask that you please send images “album ready.” However, we will do a slight adjustment to color match images across a spread if needed.

  • Images should be submitted as high resolution .jpg files (quality 11 in Photoshop, or quality 92 in Lightroom). These settings will not impact the quality of your images, but will cut down on file size for ease of upload/download.

  • Please submit images in sequential order, and we'll adjust the order slightly if needed for design purposes. You do not need to specify which images should be grouped together.

SENDING IMAGES

  • On a Mac: Select folder. On the top menu bar, select ‘file’ then ‘compress.’

    On a PC: Select folder. Right click and select ‘send to’ and then ‘compressed folder.’

  • Upload a zip file HERE

    OR

    Send a download link (via Dropbox, PASS, SmugMug, etc.) to hello@studioelledesign.com

OTHER DESIGN DETAILS

  • Every album company has their own twist on this, making it seem more complicated than it is! For simplicity's sake... A 'page' and a 'side' are synonymous. Two pages or sides together make up one spread.

  • Yes! In fact, we recommend it! Including a logo is subtle marketing for your studio with each person that your client shows the album to!

    Please include your logo in .psd, .png or pdf format with your image upload.

  • We usually recommend the back cover or last page for subtle logo placement. If you have a different preference, simply let us know!

  • Never. We're happy to be your silent design partner, and will never include a logo or reference to Studio Elle in your album!

  • Lindsey Cox, Lead Designer, will personally design your album with attention to detail and unmatched experience that will 'wow' your clients. Even in busy season, you can expect prompt and reliable service.

  • Of course! We're happy to take the reigns on design, or implement any ideas or input that you may have.

  • High resolution jpeg files are included with each design order. Layered Photoshop files are available for $25 per album, and must be requested prior to start of a design order.

  • Absolutely! Albums can seem daunting... We'll make it easy and painless! Contact us, and we'll help you get started.

  • We do occasionally offer design services for other projects (canvas collages, cards, promotional pieces, etc.) as time allows. Please contact us for a quote.

    We do not offer logo design. For website design, we recommend Coyote Moon Creative