Professional photo albums come in various sizes, paper finishes, and cover styles. Of course, there are a variety of beautiful McKenna Integrity Albums to choose from, but sometimes your clients may need to see something a little more special. Something sparkly and shiny with more options to knock them off their feet. That’s where Zookbinders, a McKenna company, stunning acrylic photo album cover may be just the thing to make clients say, “WOW!”
Album Covers for Every Occasion at Zookbinders
Photo album sales are on the rise as professional photographers pair photo albums with many types of events and sessions. Professional wedding albums are a tradition, as are albums for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and senior portraits. Many photographers also offer albums with annual family portraits, baby’s first year, family reunions, corporate events, and galas. Albums are a great way to share a larger number of printed photographs, and they make perfect gifts.
A professional photo album acts as a physical portfolio of all the favorite images from any photography service, which is why they are so in demand. Because of their popularity, the cover options for professional photo albums have increased.
- Full leather or fabric covers are the standard because of their durability and traditional presentation, especially for weddings. Spine stamping and custom dies can be added for more personalization at Zookbinders.
- Photo wrap covers, or canvas wrap covers, are nice for family albums because the cover image can be nice and big to show off those smiling faces!
- Cameos are popular ways to focus on an image or two, and surround them with one or two types of leather on an album for a Mitzvah or a senior portrait session.
However, some clients want something that stands apart from the crowd, something a little more show-stopping. Stunning acrylic photo album covers are at the top of the list when it comes to an impressive and elegant presentation.
Why Offer Acrylic Photo Album Covers
Offering clients the option to upgrade to acrylic photo album covers gives them a chance to finish off their unique professional wedding album with something unexpected. Whether it’s a wedding, a senior session, or even boudoir, stunning acrylic photo album covers are a luxurious detail that makes an album feel more like a statement piece rather than a photo book.
Stunning acrylic photo album covers stand out. The crystal-clear acrylic enhances image vibrancy and sharpness, ensuring that colors remain rich and detailed. Beyond its impressive first impression, acrylic covers hold emotional value by making the album feel like a true work of art.
Acrylic photo album covers bring a sleek, contemporary feel to any professional photo album. They feature a high-gloss, crystal-clear acrylic panel on the front, placed over a printed image to enhance color depth and vibrancy. Not only do they look stunning, but they’re also durable, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean—ensuring that your client’s memories get attention and stay pristine for years.
Photo albums are a great way to share images, relive an event, and take a trip down memory lane, but they are also stand alone pieces of art. Stunning acrylic covers are a way to really elevate a traditional book of photos into a luxurious modern photo album. Zookbinders offers acrylic cover upgrades on two album styles.
Order Acrylic Photo Album Covers from Zookbinders
Zookbinders offers high-quality acrylic photo album covers for the Zook Book and the Lustre Book. A cover image printed on metallic paper is positioned underneath the acrylic making the cover look like a finished art piece.
Paired with glove leather, acrylic photo album covers offer a polished and sophisticated finish. It also adds to the album’s structure creating a solid feel and making it a standout keepsake.
The Zook Book
- The Zook Book is a premium flush mount professional wedding album with thick, gilded page edges, rounded corners, and a lay-flat design. It features an elegant leather spine paired with an acrylic photo cover, creating a striking and durable presentation.
- Acrylic covers are one of the most popular upgrades for the Zook Book, since it’s the premium professional wedding album for photographers. An acrylic cover is icing on the cake when it comes to a luxury look.
The Lustre Book
- The Lustre Book is a modern lay flat album with square-cut pages and white book blocks. Printed on Fuji professional paper, it is available in two page thicknesses, and a wide variety of cover options.
Adding an acrylic photo album cover to the Luster Books elevates an everyday album to a very sleek and modern professional photo album with a little bit of sparkle!
Stunning Acrylic Photo Album Covers
Looking to incorporate these dazzling covers into your collections? Zookbinders acrylic photo album covers offer a premium, high-end presentation. They look impressive and are worth the investment. Here are some popular selling points.
- Modern Aesthetic – This is not your mom’s album. Acrylic covers provide a sleek, glossy finish that enhances the visual appeal. It’s not an album – it’s a work of art.
- The Durability – Not to downplay other options that included an image on the cover, but the acrylic style really does a great job protecting that cover image from wear and tear.
- A Vibrant Image Display – Having an acrylic cover on an album means it’s begging to be left out on display. It’s almost like a framed image. It’s two visual treats in one!
- High-End Appeal – This cover isn’t for everyone. It’s luxe, it’s premium, and it’s sought after. It’s an investment and it appeals to those who want the best.
- Additional Customization – Cover images can be personalized with text added to the printed images. From a wedding image with a fancy script to multiple images on a single print for a senior album, you can really get creative!
Acrylic Photo Album Covers are Good for Your Business
Acrylic photo album covers can boost business for photographers, offering acrylic covers is an excellent way to elevate their brand and increase revenue. Including acrylic covers in top-tier packages positions a photography studio as a luxury option, attracting clients who are looking to invest in quality imagery and products.
When offering exclusive or limited-edition upgrades like acrylic covers from Zookbinders, photographers can create a sense of exclusivity and encourage clients to shop the collection that delivers everything they need, like, and want. Acrylic album covers aren’t just stylish, they are money makers. Here’s how you can make the most of them in different services and collections.
Senior Portraits
Include a 10×10 Lustre Book with an acrylic cover with your Deluxe Senior Experience Collection. Make the session and album exceptional.
Family Sessions
For multiple generation sessions upgrade grandma and grandpa’s 10×10 album to an acrylic cover with the purchase of 2 – 8×8 replica albums.
Themed Sessions
When doing Santa Session, or other children’s sessions with special themes, offer a Limited Edition Keepsake -like an album with an acrylic cover with your “most popular” collection.
Boudoir
Offer a complimentary acrylic cover upgrade when booking a session during one of your slower months.
Weddings
Offer cover upgrades when the design is ready for review.
“Here is your album design. I think it turned out beautifully. I especially love the spreads with the pictures done at sunset, and the cover image is one of my favorites. What would you think about upgrading to the Luxe Crystal Cover, (the acrylic cover)? It would make the album a great display piece.”
When offering upgrades or incentives, be sure that you are calculating the cost back into your collections or that the additional spend on the clients part covers your costs plus a profit margin.
Show Off Those Acrylic Covers
As a full-service studio, you curate and offer the best products for clients who deserve something special. Digital images are great for social sharing and making lovely slideshows, but how do you showcase the best images? Professional photo albums with stunning acrylic covers from Zookbinders are definitely something to add to your product offering for this very reason. They look impressive and will certainly contribute to the album conversation in a positive way.
Be sure to get a sample album on hand to show clients. Zookbinders, a McKenna company, is currently offering 30% off studio samples of their Zook Books and Lustre Books. To get started, register here to set up your free Zookbinders account.
This blog was written by Maureen Miller, CPP, contributor for McKenna and contributor to marketing and client experience at Zookbinders. With 25+ years as a professional photographer, Maureen owns and operates her successful studio, Maureen T Miller Photography. She is an advocate for making money and doing what you love. Her motto is, “Photography is a BIG DEAL!”