FIVE THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR

Creating the perfect photo book – some tips to remember when choosing a photobook printer for your precious images

01 Proper prep

There’s no need to convert RGB images to CMYK before uploading. Just stick with high-resolution JPEGS and you can’t go far wrong.

02 Creation location

Most companies offer online browser-based book creators for speed and simplicity, whereas downloadable software can offer more options and more exacting customization.

03 On the edge

Edge-to-edge printing maximizes a photo’s impact, but the borderless look will also slightly crop your shot. It’s more apparent on a hardback cover, as the edges wrap around the board.

04 Flat out

A lay-flat binding avoids the problem of images disappearing where pages meet the spine. It’s ideal when a photo spans across two pages, plus the binding ensures that your book will stay open by itself.

05 Finishing touch

Glossy paper helps boost colour vibrancy and contrast, whereas a matte finish can be better at hiding fingerprints. Soft-sheen lustre pages strike a good compromise.