So, a lot of clients ask me why I bother to sell prints, albums and other tangible products while most photogs just sell digital files. I mean, we living a the digital age, right? Why is it SO important to “display” photos?
Well, for years now, psychologists have been studying the impact of print photographs on children’s development.
As
a mom and a photographer, this topic really hit home for me, and it
turns out, family’s photos are way more impactful than anyone realized.
Printed photographs have actually been shown to raise a child's self-esteem and create a stronger self worth in their own abilities.
Experts
have shown that displaying family photos allows the child to see and
learn where they fit in to their family. and how important they are to
that family unit. Seeing these photos creates a sense of safety and
security allowing the child to grow up with less stress, anxiety and
insecurities.
So, you may then think…why don't we just look at our family photos on our phones?
Amazing, right?!
Scientists say displaying your photos
prominently in the home sends a message to our children that family
members are important and we honor the memories we have experienced
together.
Some experts even recommend having photographs of
the child with their family placed in the child's bedroom, so it can be
among the last things they see before going to sleep and one of the
first things they see before beginning their day.
This shows them "we love you, we care about you and you are important". Awwwww!
So what is the best way to display photos at home?
That is
completely up to you. Everyone’s home decor choices are different. Many
people display family photos in high-traffic areas like an entryway or
main living space, while others prefer to keep family photos a bit more
private in upstairs hallways or bedrooms. Some even have years worth of
memories lining their staircase.
But no matter how you
decide to display your images, the important part is that you get them
printed and display them proudly around your home. Who
knows...displaying your photos may also help you!
I hope you
found this information helpful, and can now understand why I offer so
many choices on how to display your images in your home. Just know I am
here to help you every step of the way.
For more information about why photos are so important, check out these amazing sites:
https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2016/06/pi...
https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/bs-xpm-1994-06-1...
https://blog.fractureme.com/health-benefits-of-dis...
