Change Your Perspective on Your Photography by Printing Your Own Photobook | Saal Digital

[@gpdoyon]

It’s not pretentious to create a photo book. It’s no different than creating pottery, a painting or a woodworking project. You’re a creator and the book is a product of your creativity. Keep on creating! Beautiful book!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much 🙂

[@CerbiMeyer]

Dear Gary, please make sure to not give away this book. It is really heartworming to see how happy you are with it and it is your work. For friends and followers, it would then again, be great if we could buy it additionally. I would pay for it. It looks very well composed and the quality and 'paper' look promising. I had some books printed myself from helicopter photos I took years ago and was happy that I could order as many copies as I wanted and hand these out. The quality and price were maybe only 30% of the product you have shown here. Very happy for you and that you have the chance to create and receive this book. Enjoy it.

[@magnus67111]

Been photographing for 20 years now! Has been involved in some books in the Association PhotoNatura in southern Sweden. I have long wanted to make a book myself, time is a challenge. Now I was really inspired to make my own book. Thanks.

[@jefffiles9209]

Don't give it away, swap or sell it! Your children and future grandchildren would love being able to look through your images. Books are so tactile, can be timeless but hold so many memories. Probably unbeknown to you, your children will remember the times you've gone off and taken the shots and have their own stories. Nice one, Matey. Did I say, I'd keep it 👍🏻

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks so much mate 🙂 I've decided that I'm definitely keeping it 🙂

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

Looks very impressive Gary. Hope you decided to keep it in the end. Must be fab to look back on months down the line. I really ought to do something similar and create books of photos from special trips to places I don’t get to go to very often. In fact, you’ve inspired me! I’ll definitely do that 😊

[@aparajito1]

I did 3 books already with Saal digital. Only pay for the shipping. They are great and the fine art printing is also top notch.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Good to hear 🙂

[@ianscott947]

There's nothing like seeing your photos in print, beit digital or darkroom chemistry, from the first time 40yrs ago to now, Its just another level of wow. Great photos and a great book Keep the book, its a tactile keepsake of your photography.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks Ian, and I totally agree 🙂

[@Flburr99]

Having all our photos stuck on the hard drive is frustrating. We try to print a book for ourselves at least once a year and I have given them as gifts, they’re perfect for mothers or Father’s Day! We have been using MPIX in the US and it’s very nice to see our photos printed. We also make 4 inch prints with a canon selphy printer and put them in simple paper frames on the mantle and we purchased OG photo albums for the kids to get their photos off the their phones!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

What a brilliant idea! I may start doing that myself 🙂

[@Brock_in_the_North]

I've done this 6 times. Saal often put a post up promoting to photographers looking for people to trial their products. I've got 6 books like this now. Amazing quality. Printing your work just elevates your photos. There is no substitute. If your not printing, what's the point in taking photos just to view them on a screen.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Absolutely agree with you mate! 🙂

[@RichardCookphotography]

Fab video Gary. The book looks lovely too. Great job all-round!👍👍👍

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Richard 🙂

[@hyphenphotography]

Brilliant book, mate. There is absolutely nonway you should give it away. As you said, if a low point or self doubt creeps in to your life, take another look at the book and see what's possible and remind yourself of what lies within you.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Totally agreed mate and that's precide reason that I've decided to keep it 🙂

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Hi Gary, You should be very proud of the book. The image's that are in it are stunning, but that shows how good a photographer you are. I would keep the book for you and your family as it is a special thing. All the best mate. Look forward to seeing your next video.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

That's very kind of you Tim 🙂

[@timrosenburgh8597]

@@GaryNormanPhoto It goes without saying mate

[@marktaylor9579]

What a great showcase for your work Gary, don't sell it or I suspect that you will regret it. Some great images beautifully presented, and a lifetime of memories from it in the future.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Mark, yep I've decided to keep it 🙂

[@terricarpenter1798]

Beautiful book. I think you should keep it for yourself and your family. If you ever do a zine, I would definitely buy it... your work is so beautiful.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thank you so much Terri that's very kind of you to say and if I do ever produce one, I'll make sure that you get copy number one 🙂

[@terricarpenter1798]

@@GaryNormanPhoto thank you 😊

[@barrywheway9218]

Fantastic book Gary I have been toying with a book of my work for ages and through this video and one Steve Stain did I have just today completed my book and submitted it for printing. really well done I enjoy your videos.

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

That's a lovely book Gary and can see why you would be proud of it. Don't give it away, keep it to inspire you and remind you of how good you are, as there's definitely something magical about seeing your work in a quality hardback book compared to on a screen. I think you would regret giving it away/selling it. Stay safe in London and enjoy the photography show. All the best, Phil.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks Phil, I have decvided to keep the book 🙂

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

@@GaryNormanPhotoAh glad you decided to keep it - enjoy. 👍

[@john-paulthompson4932]

Great work in a great book. You can’t give it away, It is too personal.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Yep, I've decided to keep it mate 🙂

[@GingerCaptures]

These are great, I've just done this myself, and like you say the quality is fantastic, I went the acrylic cover and also added extra pages, you can't go wrong with them.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Cheers mate, yep I saw your video on it. What a great way to remember a trip like the one you had 🙂

[@MichaelCantwell]

There are some wonderful images in the book. Well done.

[@keithratcliffe5576]

That looks magnificent Gary and a tribute to your photography. Please don't sell it, keep it and look at it whenever you have doubts about your ability to produce great pictures.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Keith, I'm definitely keeping it 🙂

[@minisla]

It's one way of presenting your images. Instead of leaving them on a harddrive. I've done a few small books for myself. I don't think I would have the confidence to publish them for sale... Someday maybe.. Certainly have enough images to fill one..

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Maybe you should go for it 🙂

[@jonappleton1427]

Beautiful images Gary! I used Seal Digital a few months back. Some friends asked me to take some candid shots at their wedding. I got a similar deal and surprised them with the book. I too was amazed by the quality. The lay flat binding is awesome. Keep it for yourself Gary! A lovely thing to have.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Yep, that lay flat binding really is something else!

[@LeePelling]

Hi Gary, Looks like a lovely product and the images look really good in print. I have three books from Blurb the book module in lightroom and like you i was really impressed with the quality . I produced three from three different holidays , Mallorca, Croatia and Crete , love looking back at them from time to time. Its really lovely to have and just hand out to people to look through, hang on to that book yourself, its a really nice product of your work !

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Yep, I'm definitely keeping it, and I reckon that you could put a very nice one together from your KZbin exploits, to accompany the holiday ones 🙂

[@evolvingphotons]

Nice one, you're absolutely right about bringing your work to life when it's in print. I'm already mulling over my next print-scapade...

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Ooh, I look forward to seeing that!

[@Shannon-q2n]

Absolutely stunning! What a wonderful gift!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thank you so much Shannon 🙂

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

I have been looking at doing this for some time but cost is always a factor. Beautifully presented Gary amazing images, great job mate.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I know that it's an outlay, but I would definitely recommend making one, as it can really open your eyes to your photography in a whole new light 🙂

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

@@GaryNormanPhoto Thanks Gary

[@JamieOverland]

The Power of Print - never should be underestimated! Looks a great book mate. That slight bowing you're getting should settle, it's due to the heavy ink coverage on that thicker grammage coated material you used 😊

[@evolvingphotons]

I look forward to your series, Holme is where the Heart is; Holmeward Bound & You can't fen me

[@JamieOverland]

@@evolvingphotons Yep, all good suggestions them. I was thinking maybe: Holme - the Understory….maybe not though

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thank you Mr Print 🙂 As Justyn says, I'll be awaiting your Holme book with anticipation, but I wouldn't go with 'Keep the Holme Fires Burning'

[@robingrant8082]

Hi Gary. You are a talented photographer and seeing the book confirms that without a doubt. Can I suggest that you give the book to your wife. I feel sure she and the rest of your family are proud of what you have produced. Very well done. Kind regards - Robin

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Robin, very kind of you to say. I'm definitely keeping the book for the family 🙂

[@DJPixelList]

That is one lovely book...well done! Nice video, thanks for making available on KZbin. Best wishes David .

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks David, very kind of you to say 🙂

[@Kevin_YouTube]

Looks like a great product Gary and you have to keep it. if you don't, you will look back in a few years and regret not having it around to reflect on.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I have decided to keep it mate 🙂

[@ZenoWatson]

Stunning work, keep the book!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much, I have decided to keep it 🙂

[@IanElson28]

I willl be doing my 3rd one soon, all about Cannock chase where I live. The cost of a printer, inks, paper , compared to the cost of a book is a no brainer for me, as my printing skills ain't brilliant. The other main factor that convinced me was, Handing family & friends a book rather than say, 70 prints to hold and look through seemed a better idea. As for quality, I was blown away, printed on lustre paper with a bespoke cover. Delivery isn't that long either.. I'd keep it if I was you, as I often look through mine, rather than look on line, or fire up the computer. Another lovely video too.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks mate, I'm definitely keeping it and I'd love to see your book on Cannock Chase too! I'm actually over there this week for the first time 🙂

[@IanElson28]

@@GaryNormanPhoto hope you get some nice conditions. I'm hopeful to be out Friday and Saturday..

[@bobmcdonald4834]

Keep it, Gary!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Agreed 🙂

[@steveboys5369]

Hi Gary, I wouldn’t dream of depriving you of the book mate, it’s testament to your talent, so enjoy it! Re the cost of the book… I’ve quite some way to go before i will have anything worthwhile to commit to print, but otherwise it seems pretty reasonable for such a bespoke item.

[@lphilpot01]

Yeah I'm there, too. It would be phenomenal but I don't have enough (any?) print-worthy images... 🙂

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

You'd be surprised... I didn't rate my images that highly until I saw them in print 🙂

[@svendwithfelt9848]

Congratulations with your book - beautifull

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Sven 🙂

[@ItsGeoffScottSimpson]

Well done 👍 congratulations. The pages are contorting due to humidity. As someone who has produced over twenty luxury coffee-table books for leading hotels other than info page I would not have any pages with two images. It really does break the continuity. Also as a flat-lay book you might in future want to consider a panoramic image across the centre spread.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks for the advice, as it's my first book I hadn't considered things like that so it's interesting to hear from someone with more experience in such things 🙂

[@trishf29]

It’s always thrilling to see your photos printed in a book format. Unfortunately, we don’t have Saal in Australia, but we do have Momento, which is rather pricey but worth it if you want your images printed well. I generally used a cheaper place, mainly for holiday shots, but am thinking of getting some of my eucalyptus woodland shots printed. You have just give me some ideas!!! 🇦🇺

[@thevalleywalker]

I was sat here smiling as you were flicking through the book & listening to you talk about it. As you know I love a good photography book and I'll be honest Gaz I have books on my shelf that your book would stand longside all day and not look out of place - the images were fabulous . Be proud and thanks for sharing your work like this . I wonder if you could self produce a book and sell it - take pre orders and see how it goes? I know someone who would put it on their bookshelf. Great work. Al

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Mate, that is so kind of you to say. I dont think I'm anywhere near actually self publishing a book right now, but maybe a zine 🙂

[@sheilafoster-hancock5687]

That book looks awesome Gary. A great size too. Keep it and use it as a portfolio.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks so much Sheila, hopefully you'll get to see it one day 🙂

[@Towpathtraveller1693]

Excellent Gary looks great, and see you at Wembley

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

It’d be great to catch up mate. Maybe we should grab a beer beforehand?

[@ivanstevens]

Beautiful images in that book Gary and is great one for the coffee table.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I just need to buy a coffee table now 🙂

[@robinchun1]

I had the same offer from them a couple of years ago, which like you I took advantage of and was equally blown away!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I'm really glad to hear that 🙂

[@lphilpot01]

Beautiful book Gary, really special.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much 🙂

[@garystone6583]

You have to keep it Gary. That's a fantastic book to treasure 👌

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I have decided to keep it mate 🙂

[@garystone6583]

@GaryNormanPhoto good choice Gary. Looks a lovely piece of work. When you have doubt in your ability just turn to it. You are a great photographer mate.

[@mauricebawden9561]

Its definitely a keeper Gary

[@gingerspoons6078]

Nice nice iam slightly surprised that it’s your first book fella but glad your enjoying one of the best ways to view images ( photos if you prefer )…. My offer is that you keep it and enjoy when times ain’t so good. ❤✌️🙏👊🙏✌️❤️

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Yep, my first ever printed book! I've decided to keep it because it's too precious to give away 🙂

[@paulbell9957]

Beautfiul book Gary. If that was me and I'd created that I wouldn't be giving it away mate. It's a constant reminder of how good you are as a photographer and something to look back on whenever you're doubting yourself. Enjoy it for yourself mate, beautiful 😊😊

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks mate, I have decided to keep it for that precise reason 🙂

[@paulbell9957]

@@GaryNormanPhoto nice one mate 👍👍

[@501CM]

Book and images look great!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks mate and good chatting to you yesterday 🙂

[@ffoeguk]

looks great Gary, I am going to OZ later this year, a book of the trip would make a good memory jogger.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Definitely worth doing mate 🙂

[@SimonBurnCreative]

Beautiful set of woodland images there 👌 🙌 It was worth making that for £7. I'm too tight to pay £100+ to see some of my images in print, I'll stick to looking at them on a monitor. I can see the appeal though.

[@davidskinner274]

Nice book, Gary, will laid out

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks David 🙂

[@LynneH-ej6rx]

The book is lovely, beautiful photos!

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks very much Lynne 🙂

[@russellsprout2223]

Fantastic, stunning work! It would be absolute madness to give the book away - much better to tote it around to gallery owners. Atb.

[@Ktizo_Images]

Outstanding Gary! Cheers from Texas.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks so much 🙂

[@oneeyedphotographer]

Keep it. Price a print run of, say, ten copies. Raise the money on one of those funds-raising sites. Those who make full payment get a copy. Also consider print on demand. Decide whether you want to handle autographing and shipping, or let the POD place do it.

[@stevenpetouvis895]

Great collection of photos and a lovely book. Well done! What paper did you select from Saal? Is that an acrylic cover?

[@blivieriphoto]

Very cool. I've often wondered how much to create a one-off book just for myself. If course shipping that to the states would probably add another 50 to the price 😅. Beautiful book and lovely images.

[@desgardner7169]

Yes some books are very good! but to print your own pictures on your own printer is a different story all together! even A4 printed pictures by yourself in a folder are much better! errr that book does look good though! glad you like it.....

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

If only I could afford a printer and the inks!!

[@desgardner7169]

@@GaryNormanPhoto Yes you have a point there Gary! the inks should be rebranded as liquid gold....

[@tonyb2760]

Nice work.

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Thanks Tony 🙂

[@alanrussell3054]

Gary mate you keep that book please

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I am going to 🙂

[@DGriffGallery]

Whaddaya mean "somewhere in Wales"?! Tough pronunciation? 😂👍

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Haha, it was by Beacons Reservoir, but that's all I remember 🙂

[@PeterLariviere]

Gary, yes that looks like an exceptional product, but... BUT... those images of yours are the thing that makes the book look beautiful. Every page flip I thought WOW, what an image. So yes the printing quality is great but don't diminish the fact your images are what is truly beautiful. Just my 2 cents.

[@BubbleGendut]

Do Saal provide ICC proof profiles

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

That's a good question, I should probably check!

[@iainmc9859]

Hang on to the bloody book. Pass it on to your grandkids so that they can look at what Grandad doesn't remember any more. Photo's always look better printed and in a book. Never done it myself. Did have a long conversation with professional 'heritage' photography curators who begged everyone at a meeting to make sure that someone, who is likely to outlive you, has the password to your cloud or hard drive that you keep your photo's on. Otherwise, as hardly anybody prints out these days, all your photo's will never be seen by anyone ever again. (Anything you don't want other people to see keep on a separate password protected hard drive - obviously 🤨)

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I'm definitely keeping it, and good advice on the passwords (both bits of adivce!!)

[@iainmc9859]

I just meant those photo's of you from the late 80's rockin' a mullet, that you had to buy a 3 Terabyte hard drive for😁 @@GaryNormanPhoto

[@gz-n3gzmail142]

Don't give it away.... it is part of your legacy

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I'm definitely keeping it 🙂