Wedding Album Guide: Why Prints Still Matter in the Digital Age

Hard drives fail. Cloud services shut down. Wedding albums last 100 years. Here is why a physical album is the most important investment you can make after your wedding photos.

Types of Wedding Albums

• Flush mount / layflat: Pages open completely flat, full-bleed photos edge to edge. The premium standard for wedding albums.
• Magazine style: Printed on lighter paper, more affordable, still beautiful.
• Traditional matted: Photos printed on individual mats within an album — classic, timeless look.

How Many Photos Fit in a Wedding Album?

A standard 10×10 inch, 20-spread album holds 40-60 images. A larger 12×12 inch, 30-spread can hold 80-120. Work with your photographer to curate the best 60-80 images from your day.

What Size Wedding Album Should You Order?

The most popular sizes are 10×10 and 12×12 inches. Larger sizes (14×14) make stunning display pieces. Smaller 6×6 parent albums are great gifts for immediate family.

When Should You Order Your Album?

Order within 90 days of receiving your gallery while memories are fresh. Most photographers offer album design as an add-on — book it at the same time as your photography to lock in the best rate.

What Does a Wedding Album Cost?

Quality flush-mount albums range from $600-$1,800 depending on size, spread count, and cover material. Alphares Studio includes album design consultation with all photography packages. Ask about our album options today.