How to Self-Publish Your Own Dreamy Photo Book

Photographers, stylists, artists, models, hair stylists and make-up artists rejoice! That's right, photo books really are for everyone, as they are a professional and eye-catching way to present your work to showcase to potential employers or even to chart your very own creative journey.

Not only is Blurb the easiest self-publishing tool to use on the internet, but Whim also receives the latest news and special offers from Blurb delivered straight to our inbox, allowing us to share fantastic deals with you from time to time! Did you know that for September only, if you are new customer with Blurb you can save 20% off your very first photobook using the code SEPT20%! Already purchased through Blurb before? Not to worry, as existing customers can still earn a generous 15% discount if they order a photobook during September using the code SEPT15%.

Below you can find a list of ideas you may wish to incorporate into your photobook, and at the very end of this blog post we've included a short instructional video which shows you how to get started creating your book with Blurb - Too easy!

Ideas for your next photobook:

• Wedding and Engagement photobooks: Have you just started to specialise in photographing at weddings and engagements, or perhaps you've been doing it professionally for a while now but are looking for a fantastic way to showcase your stunning work?
• Portfolios: With seven different book sizes, three cover formats, and a full range of paper options, every creative industry can take advantage of Blurb's self-publishing resources.
• Instagram photobooks: "Keep things clean, elegant, and beautiful and let your work speak for itself with no captions, no comments—just your best shots, one photo per page. Think of it as a tiny museum devoted to your style." (Blurb.com)
• Travel photobooks: Have you recently been on a breathtaking adventure? Capture that wanderlust feeling by publishing your favourite images in a beautifully-bound book.
• Designer Collection photobooks: If you're a fashion, accessories, or jewellery designer, this would be the perfect way to showcase your latest collection to potential buyers, bloggers and other clients.
• Art Exhibition books: We've been to a few gallery exhibitions where we've noticed the artist has a beautiful book showcasing their other work or past collaborations - They're always such a joy to look through!

How to get started creating your own book with Blurb: