STORYBOOK WEDDING ALBUMS
Storybook wedding albums are the perfect keepsake—a true family heirloom. Many photographers believe that your wedding story isn’t truly complete until you have a beautifully printed album to relive your special day time and time again.
With so many choices available, selecting the right wedding album can feel overwhelming. That’s why I’ve carefully curated a collection of albums that offer the perfect balance of quality, style, and affordability. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered to ensure you receive an album that exceeds expectations—without the hefty price tag.
When it comes to selecting images, less is more. I design each album to tell the story of your day, ensuring the moments flow naturally. Once the design is ready, you’ll receive an online proofing gallery where you can review the layout and request any revisions to make it truly perfect.
Albums come in three distinct sizes:
8×8 (Perfect for parent albums or smaller keepsakes)
12×12 (The most popular square format, offering a balanced and classic look)
16×12 (The real deal! The largest size, perfect for showcasing your wedding day in stunning detail and grandeur)
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK
If you visit the studio, you can browse a selection of sample albums—it’s the best way to experience their quality firsthand and explore the swatch book and cover options.
16×12 Album with Laser-Etched Text
The 16×12 wedding album is the crème de la crème of wedding keepsakes. With its larger size, it offers a grander canvas to showcase your special moments.
Featuring custom laser-etched text, you can personalise the cover with your names, wedding date, or venue for a timeless and elegant touch.
While the acrylic panel isn’t available in this size, the leatherette cover with laser etching, paired with a matching box and USB, creates a truly luxurious presentation that stands out.
This album is complemented perfectly by the 1600gsm metallic paper—its high-definition clarity and bold colour reproduction make it a showstopper, ensuring your photos are presented with the utmost impact.
12×12 album with an Acrylic Cover
The Acrylic Cover albums feature a stunning acrylic front panel seamlessly bonded to the cover, creating a sleek and modern way to showcase your favourite wedding moment. Designed to highlight that one “wow” shot, this album delivers an impressive visual impact.
You have two acrylic panel options to best complement your cover image: Square acrylic panel – Ideal for classic portraits. Panoramic acrylic panel – Perfect for wider, more dynamic shots.
(Acrylic album covers are available in 8×8 & 12×12 sizes.)
12X12 album with Laser-Etched Text
These minimalist wedding albums blend sleek design with timeless elegance. The cover features custom laser-etched text, allowing you to personalise it with your names, wedding date, or venue.
While engraving is available on all materials, it looks particularly stunning on leatherette covers, enhancing their sophisticated appeal. This combination of understated luxury and personalisation makes your album a truly special keepsake.
paper finishes
This is the standard paper that comes with the albums.
Fits the bill and looks great, with good colour reproduction. Does have a slight texture which is noticeable when it catches the light.
A smooth soft paper with no texture whatsoever. This paper works great for photography styles that are more hazy/whimsical/day dreamy/soft etc.
More prone to ageing if handled with greasy hands.
Smooth and somewhat glossy but doesn’t catch the light like a traditional gloss paper would.
The clarity of the photographs when printed renders perfectly, like viewing the images in HD as opposed to SD!
Lends itself well to the more bold/punchy/contrasty styles.
ACRYLIC ALBUMS
Its style is perfect for emphasising a wow shot on the front cover
COVERS WITH LASER ETCHED TEXT
Minimal and sophisticated, especially when paired with a matching box & USB
FAQ’S
THERE’S A LOT OF CHOICE, WHERE DO WE START?
Great question! With wedding albums, there are plenty of options—sizes, cover finishes, paper types, and more.
I’ve streamlined the process to make your decision as easy and hassle-free as possible.
A good place to start is choosing between the 12×12″ or 16×12″ album. From there, pick your cover style and material. After that, you can decide on any extras, such as:
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Your preferred paper finish
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An upgrade to thicker 1600gsm pages
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A matching protective box
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Parent albums
Whatever you choose, the end result will be a beautifully crafted album that tells your story perfectly.
HOW DO WE CHOOSE THE IMAGES FOR THE ALBUM?
It’s actually really simple—and can be a fun task for you and your partner to do together one evening!
All your wedding photographs will be delivered in an online gallery, where you can view them one by one. From there, you’ll have the option to select your favourites, which will then be sent to me ready for the design stage.
That’s it! Once I have your chosen images, I’ll start crafting your album layout.
WHEN THE ALBUM IS DESIGNED CAN WE MAKE REVISIONS?
Absolutely! I want your album to be perfect for you. Once the design is ready, you’ll be able to log into your digital proofing gallery to review the layout and request any changes.
You can add comments directly to specific spreads, and I’m happy to make as many revisions as needed until it’s exactly how you want it. After all, this album will be a cherished keepsake for years to come!
WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH THE PARENT ALBUMS?
Parent albums come in pairs and are exact replicas of your main album, beautifully sized at 8×8″. They must have the same images and paper finish as your main album.
The best part? They’re much more affordable than ordering a single 8×8″ album since they’re printed together—essentially making them a buy-one-get-one-free deal!
They make fantastic gifts, and if your parents aren’t expecting one, you’ll definitely be in their good books for life! (No pun intended!)
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE IN PAPER TYPES?
All our albums feature ultra-thick 800gsm paper spreads, with the option to upgrade to an even more premium 1600gsm.
The 1600gsm upgrade makes a huge difference—while it’s limited to 20 spreads, it adds extra durability, making the album feel even more luxurious and robust. Perfect for those who want the ultimate in quality and longevity.
SILK – A classic choice that looks fantastic. It has a subtle texture that catches the light beautifully, giving your images a refined finish. This is the standard paper included with all albums.
DEEP MATTE – A luxuriously smooth, soft paper with no texture at all. It’s perfect for photography styles with a hazy, whimsical, or dreamy aesthetic. However, it’s more delicate and can show signs of wear if handled with greasy fingers.
METALLIC – The ultimate showstopper! This paper has a smooth, semi-gloss finish that enhances image clarity without the glare of traditional gloss paper. It delivers incredibly sharp detail and vibrant colors, making your photos look like they’re in HD rather than standard definition. Ideal for bold, punchy, and contrast-rich styles.
CONTACT
P: 07855 036209
E: hello@mattselbyphotography.co.uk
Crown St, Hucknall,
Nottingham, NG15 7SW
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Matt Selby Photography LTD