You know what they say: a picture is worth a thousand words. Whether you’re shopping for a holiday gift, birthday gift, Mother’s Day gift, or anniversary gift, there’s nothing quite as special as sharing a memory with someone you love. But did you know that photo gifts can be more than just framed pictures?
We’re sharing our most creative photo gift ideas to help you show your loved one just how much you care, no matter what the occasion.
Take your social media profile to print
Are you and your friends practically budding Instagram influencers? Show off your best photos and lifestyle photos by printing your social media photos. You can frame them, turn them into adorable magnets, or even turn them into cards to give to friends all year long! All you need is a high-quality camera phone and vision.
Pro tip: Create a hashtag for you and your friends to use so you can keep track of group photos and vacation highlights. When you’re ready to print, simply click on your hashtag and choose the images you’d like to print.
Photo album
If you’re looking for a gift that will show your loved one how much you enjoy spending time with them, why not show them all your favorite moments together? Whether you are shopping for a wedding present, a birthday present, or even a present for yourself, no one can deny the magic of opening a beautifully made photo album. It’s like you can relive your memories over and over again and recount the fun parts, emotional moments and incredible sights of your travels, and what’s better than that?
Creating a photo album is easy. Find an online photo book printing workshop and have it ready for you! Whether you go for something handmade or store-bought, the sentiment is the same. Your loved one will surely enjoy your special gift.
handmade cards
Looking for a way to display your scenic photography from that trip to the Philippines last summer? Print your best photos on 5×7 cardstock and you’ll have greeting cards and thank you notes to last a lifetime, or at least until your next vacation!
Sign up for a photography course
If your recipient has an eye for design and a knack for capturing beauty in everything, consider enrolling them in a photography class. This could inspire them to put their talents to good use and even give them a lifelong hobby that they will thank you for for years to come!
Throw a party in the gallery
Do you have a friend who doesn’t recognize how truly gifted they are? Show them how fantastic your work is by hosting a private gallery showing! Invite your closest friends and family and it is sure to be a party to remember. Besides being a fun excuse to drink wine, dress up and eat delicious appetizers, it will make your friend feel really special.
Here’s what you need to make this gallery party an amazing event:
- Food and drinks
- An artistic playlist
- Elegant or classic black frames to hold photos
- A guestbook for friends to register
- Invitations showing the artist’s work and biography.
- Black tie suit or cocktail
a new camera
Whether it’s a new hobby or a lifelong passion, your photographer friend would love a new camera to help him capture his next masterpiece. After all, a great photographer can never have too many cameras. But if he’s not ready to commit to this type of investment yet, there are plenty of other great photography-related gifts to fit his budget.
- camera case
- Tripod
- photo editing software
- Movie
- Photography Coffee Table Book
- A printed photo of your favorite photographer.
- photography lighting kit
- selfie stick
- Subscription to National Geographic magazine
- Camera cleaning kit
In conclusion
Finding the perfect gift for someone you love is never an easy task. But the key to finding the right gift for any occasion is to focus on the recipient’s interests! And if you love photography, good news! You have a whole list of great gifts to choose from, just follow this guide.
