Stories

With so many to-do's in the hectic pace of the holidays, is sending cards just another? Anna's story reminds us what cards really say when we put them in the mail.

If stopping to take a photo makes time stand still, does it break us free from "going through the motions?" Photographer Laura Schmalstieg says yes.

In indulging her four-year-old's unending curiosity about "life before Hank," April revisited her stories with a renewed sense of intention — and in doing so, found reason to look forward.

Liz Bell Young reflects on what the gift of photo truly means, as she tells the story of a unique gift she created for her college-bound niece.

Writer and photographer Heather Hall sorted through nine years of photos to tell the story of her family. Here, she reflects on the importance of looking back on those photos — and the power of putting them in print.

With words of heartbreak and hope, photographer Martha Swann-Quinn shares the story of her years-long endeavor to honor women's narratives of child loss — including her own.

These are heartfelt stories of motherhood — words from moms and for moms, shared by our community — glimpses into some of the many meanings of "mom."

When a pandemic turned Michelle's world upside down, she found her way through pottery — and now, she's honoring the journey through print.

These are the stories of gratitude you shared and printed in a year unlike any — tales of resilience from our community when we needed them most.

Right now, the path may not be clear — but four of our favorite photographers document today's uncertainty with the hope that it will bring tomorrow's perspective.

Five Black photographers speak to the stories & symbolism behind their images — each of which are included in a new curation from the See In Black collective.

Eight years from our origin, we pause to celebrate a community born in photo and bound by experience — looking back at the simple call to share your moments and the collective narrative of over 400,000 it has become.

In the words of See In Black members Joshua Kissi, Micaiah Carter, Florian Koenigsberger, and Danielle Kwateng is a true reminder of the power and purpose of story.

Recalling moments with his own father and lessons learned from being a dad, our CEO Brad shares meaningful stories of how parenthood helps us grow.

We're sharing 15 photos that capture our community’s courage to pick up the camera — may they inspire you to do the same.

New to our photo book family, the Signature Layflat Album is our most premium and personalized option, complete with a story all its own.

When Barrett's Grandmother passed away, he created a photo book for his entire family that celebrated her life. Here's an inside look at how he approached this act of healing.

Here we highlight eight of the products we've carefully crafted to preserve both our environment and our experiences.

366 days this year, as if by some miracle of sun and moon. We'll be spending our extra Saturday stepping away from the ordinary... will you join us?

A nonprofit founder shares her stories of philanthropy — giving meaningful lessons in hope, humanity, and the true power of photo.

We're honoring the many ways we each put our own spin on the season by highlighting 10 unique holiday traditions all our own.

Globetrotter Liz Young reflects on her most recent journey, offering tips for heartfelt travel photos that mark the meaning in those little moments.

Knowing the best ideas are sparked outside the four corners of our desk, we believe in getting out there to see, explore, move, create and become. Tag along here with the travels of four people from our team – four different lenses that illustrate what can be gained when we have the courage to step away.

Mother, photographer, and writer Nicki Sebastian lifts a veil on the reality of motherhood and how she navigated tougher times by focusing on others' beauty and truth.

We sat down with three photographers for a look at what they've learned witnessing, documenting and celebrating love over the years spent in their craft.

To put our best foot forward in this new year, we’re holding onto a few guiding words that mean a little something to us. Follow the links below to download, print, and share our favorite photos from the year, paired with a few inspiring words.

Gina Hamadey's spent her past year writing thank you notes, one per day. We think her journey of finding gratitude in everything will inspire you to put a little pen to paper yourself.

A blurry photo communicates feeling in a language that perfection never will. Read more about why you should think twice before pressing your delete button.

Tyson Wheatley, father of four, spends the majority of his days 8,000 miles away from his kids. And while the distance can be daunting, it doesn’t stop him from making the most of the time they get together — as witnessed in their cross-country road trip last summer.

An essay by Liz Bell Young on the intersection of motherhood and possibility.

Amidst the professional photos he captures each day, photographer and dad Tim Coulson wouldn't trade anything for the joyous family selfies he takes on his iPhone. Follow along with his journey of finding out what matters most.

Still looking for a few holiday gifts this year? Take a peek into our lists — below, find a handful of gifts our team is giving this year, straight from the brands we love.

She paints what she photographs. She photographs what she wants to paint. Meet Laura Pritchett, constant creator of art that goes beyond the familiar.

There's no denying it: Moms make our world go 'round. Join us in showing gratitude to eight inspiring moms that have played a part in our journey.

Their photography gave tangible permanence to stories past. And in the pursuit of permanence, Artifact Uprising was born. Read on...

When Katherine Heise started her 365 photo project, the goal was to take one photo daily — documenting the transition from one child to two. Hear about it in her own words.

Between the holiday tunes and bright lights, we ask just one question this season — what if we gave fewer gifts that mattered more?

We sat down with nine women to listen to the ways in which they're using photography to capture what matters most.

We set out to ensure our future selves would write a different answer when asked ‘what are we leaving behind?’ And so Artifact Uprising was born.

And it hit me: If the photos you take move you, you are a photographer. I raised my camera up again to snap the photograph.

We are all storytellers with an eye & experiences uniquely our own. We explore how we take photos to recall those experiences that have shaped us.

Meet Joe. His conviction, charm and love leave a lasting impression and inspire in each of us just one question – What legacy will you live?

You can't do a good job if your job is all you do. Knowing the best ideas are sparked outside of a desk, our team believes in getting out there.

Imagine the world without photography. In 1996, that became all too easy in Afghanistan – where taking a photograph became a crime.

Think about all the photographs in your possession. Where are they stored? And more importantly, how? Your answer likely depends...

Filmmaker & photographer Forest Woodward rediscovers a poem his father had written for him. This motivates him to reunite his Father with the river.

Eager to learn more about the places and people that have shaped her, native New-Yorker Mimi McCormick ventures to China to reunite with her relatives.

Meet Cosette. Stroke by stroke, this four-year-old abstract painter is doing her part to alleviate poverty for people around the globe.