Capsule Legacy Photo Collection
Overwhelmed? Use these tips to help build a legacy capsule photo collection.
Start with a Goal – Is it to secure your photos, to pass them on, to downsize, etc.?
Sort for Clarity by dates and or categories (decades, years, holidays, vacations, etc,)
Remove the apparent duplicates, blurry or unnecessary images.
Combine the Two-Second Rule with the ABCS for a streamlined sorting approach for clarity.
Two-Second Rule – Hold an image for no more than two seconds. If there is no emotion or story, set the image aside or place it in the “C” pile.
ABCS of Sorting Photos
A - Image tells a story or feel an emotion, so archive and digitize
B - Image is important but maybe not as strong as an A photo, so place it in another pile
C - Image has no emotion, story, or may be obvious removal, so place in ‘trashcan’ category
S - Image has definite story or emotion, so archive and maybe display and share
Document the 5-Ws with a photo-safe pencil (Stabilo) – Document the Who, What, When, Where and Why in a few words so the story continues with the image for generations.
Scan and Preserve – This will create a digital copy of your photo library.
Need help or looking for support? Join Save Your Photos Month for FREE to learn how to tackle your photo collection: SaveYourPhotos.org
And if you feel that you’d like some help and assistance with this, visit the TPM Directory to locate certified professional photo managers who’d love the opportunity to work with you!
Sonya is more then happy to help you and your family on your photo organizing journey in capturing your special memories to pass down to the next generation.
