Photos capture moments in time that detail the stories of our lives. You can safeguard these memories and create an entertaining presentation at the same time with a photo movie. Ideal for any occasion, a photo movie is a DVD of your photos with optional music, transitions, and text that together create a production that allows you and your loved ones to take a walk down memory lane. |

 
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Process
Placing Your Order
After you have decided to create a DVD photo movie, please email Ali to discuss project details. At this time, Ali will also give you an estimated time frame of how long it will take to complete the movie and the shipping information you may need.
Sending Your Photos
You may choose to send your photos either via regular mail or email. If using regular mail, please indicate the order of the photos (i.e. number them on the back) and categories, if applicable. (If using email, please send them in the order you would like them and also note applicable categories) This will then correspond to the information you provided Ali during the initial consultation. As a general guideline in calculating how many songs you should choose, each photo slide typically lasts 12 seconds on the screen with 3 second transitions. So, for example, if you have 80 photos, the calculation would be:
80 photos * 15 seconds = 1,200 seconds
1,200 seconds/60 seconds = About 20 minutes
20 minutes/4 (Average length of song) = Approx. 5 songs needed
You should always provide at least one extra song as a buffer. Please package your photos carefully if using regular mail. You may send your photos using whatever mailing carrier* you prefer. Ali will contact you when she receives your photos to let you know they arrived safely. If paying by check or money order, please include the payment when you send the photos. If paying online, you will receive an email containing an invoice with a link to the secure website to process your credit card or PayPal transaction.
DVD Production
As soon as the photos are received, they are scanned into the computer (if sent by regular mail) and enhancements are made if necessary. Your DVD movie is then created using special software and the specifications that you provided. Once completed, your movie will be shipped to you immediately and Ali will contact you to inform you that your DVD is on its way.
*Please note that Ali is not responsible for any lost or damaged packages during the transit process. |