Episode #34 of our podcast is about scanning one box of photos. It is likely that you have many boxes of photos and that alone presents itself as an overwhelming task. What would it feel like to commit to scanning one box of photos per week, per month, or per year? Scanning your favorite photos … #34: Scanning One Box of Photos Read More »

Episode #33 of our podcast is about scanning your photos that are framed. If your photos are framed it is safe to assume they are important. If the photos that you have in frames are your only copy then this is the perfect opportunity to create a digital master of your photo. Anything exposed to … #33: Scanning Framed Photos Read More »

Episode #32 of our podcast is about photo scanning. And guess what, scanning photos is not very fun, however, it is rewarding! The best part is when you get to discover, tell, and share the stories about your photos. Be sure to listen to hear how we came up with our acronym for the word … #32: Scanning Your Photos from Home Read More »

Episode #31 of our podcast is about fun things to do with your photos. Most of us are self-isolating and practicing social distancing and might be feeling a bit glum. This is an ideal time to embrace your photos in fun and creative ways. If you want to jump right to our tips we have … #31: Photo Fun – Your Photos, Your Stories, Your Way! Read More »

Episode #30 of our podcast features Professional Photo Organizer Linda Deppa. Linda experienced a near-death experience after a serious car accident and this event changed how she lives her amazing and inspiring life! Linda has been passionate about organizing since childhood and has used her organizing skills throughout her life. For more than two decades, … #30: Featured Guest-Linda Deppa Read More »

Episode #29 features Curtis Bisel from Scan Your Entire Life (SYEL). Scan Your Entire Life is a fabulous resource to help everyday people learn how to scan, restore, organize, preserve and share their irreplaceable family photo collections. Curtis shares with us a bit about his background, how he got started scanning his family photo collection … #29: Featured Guest-Curtis Bisel, Owner of Scan Your Entire Life Read More »

Episode #28 of our podcast features Professional Photo Organizer Lisa Kurtz from Pix & TALES. Lisa shares what inspired her to be in the memory keeping industry along with great tips on how to best manage your digital photo collection. Quick Tips: Connect with Lisa if you need a photo organizer or if you would … #28: Featured Guest-Lisa Kurtz of Pix & TALES Read More »

PWS #27 Featured Guest-Lisa Winningkoff Episode #27 of Photos with Sherita features Professional Photo Organizer Lisa Winningkoff.  Lisa shares with us how she made the transition from being a CPA for 25 years to running a profitable and successful photo organizing business (all in a few year's time)! Lisa provides concrete tips on how to reinvent yourself if you are thinking about a career change (full or part-time) to a photo organizer. Show Notes Note: Some links below may be affiliate...

PWS #26 Featured Guest - Angela from Archival Methods Episode #26 of Photos with Sherita features Archival Methods General Manager, Angela. Archival Methods is known for their photo-safe, archival, and acid-free storage boxes and containers for photographs, memorabilia and other keepsake heirlooms. Angela will share her favorite products and she also shares new and exciting product updates from Archival Methods. Show Notes Note: Some links below may be affiliate links which means we'll...

PWS #25 Featured Guests-Kim & Tamara from Pixelwinx Episode #25 of Photos with Sherita is about iPhone tips. Kim & Tamara are excited to share with you that Pixelwinx celebrated its 6th birthday this year with their client’s growing photo collections, custom photo albums, slideshows, scanning services, and many iPhone photos! Both Kim and Tamara also love teaching clients how to use their iPhones like Pros so they added iPhone Education to the mix and that is what they share on the...

Featured Guest - Chris Southard, CDS Media Solutions Episode #23 of Photos with Sherita is an interview with scanning professional Chris Southard. Chris is the owner of CDS Media Solutions providing high quality professional scanning and photo organizing services to clients in the Cincinnati area. Because of his photography background, he has a passion for helping others preserve their memories. He has been an APPO member since early 2013. Chris is also the photographer for the West...

Stories from Old Photos Episode #23 of Photos with Sherita we talk about the stories we discover from old photos. Sherra reveals childhood stories she learns from her mom when she sends her a restored version. Rita continues to learn stories from her parents using the Story Worth website and their prompts. Whatever old photos you have, pick a few of your favorite and ask your loved ones about the story behind the faces in the photo. The stories that you discover are glimpses into lives of...

Featured Guest - Hazel Thornton from Organized for Life Episode #22 of Photos with Sherita is an interview with Hazel Thornton. Hazel is a professional organizer and photo organizer based in Albuquerque, NM; a genealogist and the creator of The Clutter Flow Chart Collection. Remember the Menendez Trial? Hazel was former Juror #9 on the 1st Menendez brothers' murders trial (and author of Hung Jury: The Diary of a Menendez Juror). Listen in as Hazel shares a bit about herself, how her...

Mother's Day Gift Ideas Episode #21 of Photos with Sherita is about Mother's Day Gift Ideas. And...guess what, they are not photos!! Yes, we agree anything photo related is an excellent and priceless gift for any occasion, we just thought we'd mix it up and share with you a couple of our personal favorites that our kids have gifted to us. Happy Mother's Day!! Show Notes Note: Some links below may be affiliate links which means we'll receive compensation if you purchase through the links...

How to Document Your Photo Stories! Episode #20 of Photos with Sherita is about documenting your stories and the different ways you can capture the stories of your loved ones. In this episode, we share with you 3 ways that we have used to document stories for both our clients and loved ones. Here are 3 of our favorites - tune into the podcast to get more details! 1-Pick a favorite notebook and use old fashioned pen and paper :) 2-Use an app on your phone or the recording feature on any...

Photo Story Inspiration...You Can Be a Storyteller too! Episode #19 of Photos with Sherita is about telling your story and capturing the stories of your loved ones. In this episode, we ask each other 3 questions (about an event/occasion) to help inspire you to share your photo story. Here are 3 steps to get started: 1-Ask a specific question - refer to the resources below for inspiration 2-Record the story (pen and paper or recording app) and if you have a photo to match great, but it is...

Tips to Help You Decide Which of Your Precious Photos are #frameworthy? Episode #18 of Photos with Sherita is a candid discussion about framing your favorite photos. If you look around your office, family room, bedroom how many framed photos do you see? We share suggestions on where to buy frames and what special occasions or experiences inspire you to print photos to display in your home or office.  Be sure to listen for our best #frameworthy suggestions! Show Notes Note: Some links below...

3 Tips on How to Print Photos from Your Phone 3 Ways to Print Photos from Your Phone Episode #17 of Photos with Sherita is short, sweet and full of great tips on how to print your favorite phone photos. Here are my favorite things about a printed photo: I can touch it, I can write on the back of it and I can easily share it without using any technology!!  If you are ready to print some of your photos grab your phone, pick your favorites and do the following: 1) Email yourself your...

Featured Podcast Guest-Meg Calton Featured Guest-Meg Calton from Snap Happy Mom Episode #16 of Photos with Sherita is an interview with Meg Calton. Meg is a mom of 3 with sweet baby 4 on the way, a professional photographer, and the owner of SnapHappyMom.com. Meg shares with us a her all time favorite photo (see above) and the sweet story behind it. Meg's passion is helping moms learn how to use their cameras and take better pictures of their families. Be sure to listen to the end where...

Featured Podcast Guest-Ryan Ducie Featured Guest-Ryan Ducie from Nixplay Episode #15 of Photos with Sherita is an interview with Ryan Ducie, head of marketing at Nixplay. Tune in to hear a sweet story about one of Ryan's favorite childhood photos (shown above) and learn how he got started with his career in the photo industry and ultimately landed at Nixplay. Also, be sure to listen all the way to the end for details on how to enter to win a FREE Silver Nixplay Iris Wi-Fi Cloud Frame -...

Share Your Photos and Photo Stories Featured Guest & Case Study-Ann Episode #14 of Photos with Sherita is an interview with a very special guest! Ann is a mom, grandma, and a middle-school teacher. She has a love/hate relationship with technology and decided that 2019 was the year she was going to be the boss of her photos! Listen along as Ann describes what she wants to do with her photos and the challenges she encountered on her way to setting up a process to "own" her...

Share Your Photos and Photo Stories Make 2019 Your Year to Celebrate Your Photos & Stories In episode #13 of Photos with Sherita we are kicking off 2019! We are going to share less about technology and a lot more about how to tell your family stories and different ways to celebrate your photos. We have podcast guests, giveaways and a case study in the coming weeks! Be sure to subscribe to listen today! Free Backup Your Photos on Your Phone Guide: Download our Free Guide: 3 Simple...

Smartphone Data Backup Travel Photo Tips Episode #13 of Photos with Sherita is about all about photo tips when you travel. In this episode, we share with you some great ways to take photos on your digital camera and make sure they are saved on more than one device throughout your travels. Technology is our friend…sometimes…as you will discover when you listen to the podcast. The joy of a special trip is forever captured in your photos that you'll want to be sure you can re-visit your...

Smartphone Data Backup Save Your Photos Month Episode #12 of Photos with Sherita is about smartphone backup tips. In this episode, we are excited to be part of the Save Your Photos Month Summit that is inspiring people worldwide to save their photos. There are a variety of steps you can take to ensure that your precious photos are safe and celebrated, but we both believe (and so do our clients) that the #1 step in making sure our memories are preserved is Backing up our...