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19. juni 2024 / 2 min read
I love this photo of me because…
Here’s a little challenge for you. The next time someone takes a photo of you. Force yourself to think of three things in the photo that you like, about yourself and what the picture shows!.
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1. juli 2024 / 8 min read
Your motherhood, their childhood
We got the chance to have a chat with Teresa and Sarah about balancing a life in the spotlight with family, the importance of documenting family memories, and their heartfelt advice for mums everywhere.
Real life stories
13. juni 2024
Capturing moms: A movement for visibility
Inspired by the structural inequality and lack of appreciation for caregiving, Natalie Stanczak and Nicole Noller started the "Faces of Moms"-campaign during the pandemic. As new mothers, they wanted to create a platform for mothers and marginalized parents to share their stories and challenges. . We had the chance to sit down with Natalie and delve into why it's crucial for mothers to be more visible in their own family stories.
Real life stories
11. juni 2024
Rethinking beauty standards through family photos
Last summer, we did a summer trip to Austria, stayed by a beautiful clear lake, surrounded by mountains, meadows, and forest. On this day, we had rented a pedal boat to go across the lake. Our child had never been on a pedal boat before – so it was an exciting and special experience.
Real life stories
13. juni 2024 / 4 min read
Nina Pierson on sharing family responsibility and finding your confidence
A recent study reveals that women typically bear most of the responsibility for capturing family memories. To address this, we’ve partnered with Nina to highlight the importance of including moms in family photos. Together, we aim to make a change this summer.
Real life stories
3. juni 2024 / 5 min read
The Power of Embracing Life's Imperfect Moments
In a world obsessed with perfection, where every image is meticulously staged, edited, and filtered, the true essence of a memory can sometimes be lost. Because often, the imperfect photos, make the happiest memories to reflect on, and play a big role in holding our loved ones close and keeping their memories alive.
Real life stories
3. juni 2024 / 5 min read
Breaking generational cycles by stepping into the picture
Photography has played a significant role in my life since childhood. My mother meticulously curated our family albums, capturing every detail in perfectly arranged photos and accompanying texts. These albums provided a sense of comfort, especially when my family moved from the Middle East to the United States when I was just six years old. Flipping through those pages helped me cope with the challenges of leaving behind familiarity and friendships.
Real life stories
24. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Five reasons to make your photo book together
Instead of trying to send photos back and forth between each other, try making a photo book together!
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21. maj 2024
Make the perfect travel photo book
Whether you’ve been on a fancy vacay, a long road trip or spent a week on the countryside, you’ll always have tons of precious memories after a trip. And what better way to preserve those special moments than by creating a stunning travel book?
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22. maj 2024
Make a summer photo book
Make your summer last forever by saving all your sweet summer memories in a photo book. That way you’ll remember all the funny sayings, things that didn’t go exactly (or at all!) as planned, and the pinch-me-moment watching the sunset.
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29. maj 2024 / 2 min read
Celebrating Kids' Creativity with Nike van Dinther
On May 16th, we had the pleasure of hosting an inspiring creative afternoon with the talented writer and digital creator, Nike van Dinther, in Berlin.
Meet a Once Uponer
22. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Capture now, cherish later
Forget what you look like! What story is the photo telling? What memories live inside it?
15. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Take her picture
Sometimes it can feel hard, asking someone to take your photo. That's why we created the contract. A fun and easy way to remind people around you, that you want to be in the photo too.
10. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Why you should be in the picture!
It may not seem very important now, but there will come a time when you flip through your old photo books and regret not being in more photos.
10. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Why aren’t you in the photo?
Are you part of the invisible mom club? Do you feel like you aren’t part of your own story?
10. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Calling all moms
We asked some moms and every other one of them feels that they don’t have enough photos of them with their children. But what happens to our memories in the long run, when moms aren’t in photos?
10. maj 2024 / 3 min read
Are you a mom who...?
Are you the one who always captures moments from behind the lens? Do you sometimes feel like your not a part of your own story? Well, we’ve got news for you. You’re not alone! Moms everywhere have the exact same experience.
6. maj 2024
The importance of letting your kids be bored
In a world filled with constant stimuli, we need to give our kids space to do nothing, maybe even be a little bit bored. Because it is these idle moments that allow our kids to explore their thoughts, be curious about their surroundings, experiment with ideas and let their imagination run wild.
Real life stories
16. april 2024 / 3 min read
Turn your kid's art into a photo book
Facing an overwhelming number of drawings and art pieces when you’re getting started? Involve your child in selecting their favorite pieces. Then you’ll make sure that the book holds the most meaningful and sentimental creations.
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15. april 2024 / 3 min read
Questions to ask your Mom while you still can
In a heart-to-heart with my mother I ask the questions I would never have known the answers to unless I asked them.
Real life stories
11. april 2024 / 2 min read
Make a baby photo book
From the tiniest toes to the very first steps. As a parent, you’ll want to remember every moment of your little one’s journey. And the easiest way to do so is to make a baby book. It will be a keepsake that tracks all the milestones, from the cutest smiles to the messiest moments at the dinner table.
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11. april 2024 / 3 min read
7 tips for photographing old photos
Transforming old photos into a photo book will bring your and your family’s old memories to life again.
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11. april 2024 / 3 min read
Step-by-Step guide to reviving old photos
Do you, or maybe your parents and grandparents, have stacks of old photos gathering dust? Transforming those cherished memories into a photo book will bring your old photos to life again – and it’s a very thoughtful gift for your loved ones.
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9. april 2024 / 4 min read
The art of food photography
In an apartment with paintings covering the walls, flowers in every corner, and a ceiling resembling a pink summer night sky, we find Therese Elgquist. With her, we discuss the art of capturing food in photographs, covering everything from sunlight and depth of field to the number of raspberries on a dessert.
Meet a Once Uponer
8. april 2024 / 2 min read
Make a thoughtful gift for Mom and Grandma
Showing your gratitude for the incredible women in your life is best done with a heartfelt gift made with love. A Mother's Day photo book is the perfect way to show your partner, mom, or grandma how much they mean to you. Here are some helpful tips to make a photo book for Mom:
27. marts 2024
Make the perfect gift for Dad
There’s no better way to tell your partner how much you and your kids love them (and appreciate all those little things they do) than by showing it in a book you’ve made with love. A Father’s Day photo book is the perfect gift for your partner, dad, or grandpa.
25. marts 2024
Make your own recipe book
Sharing and enjoying food together have a way of uniting us. Whether it’s your grandma’s favorite dish or a friend’s everyday breakfast bowl, adding those recipes into your own cookbook will connect you through generations and kitchens.
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22. marts 2024
How to make a photo wall
Are you looking for a simple (and very affordable!) way to display your favorite photos in your home? We’ve got a quick and fun project for you – a photo wall of prints. There are so many ways to make a photo wall, so we've gathered some tips to inspire you.
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22. marts 2024
12 ways to decorate your home with prints
Pimp your wall with some printed photos. Here are 12 ways you can display your favorite memories on your wall and make your home even more homey.
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