Capture the Sunshine: How to Create a Summer Photo Book You’ll Treasure Forever

As summer winds down, it’s the perfect time to relive the season’s best memories. From family vacations and beach days to backyard BBQs and lazy lake afternoons, your camera roll is likely filled with sunny snapshots. But instead of letting those moments sit unseen on your phone, why not turn them into something beautiful - a custom summer photo book!

Here’s how to organize, select, and design your perfect summer photo book with Harold’s Photo.

Step 1: Gather Your Summer Favorites

Start by collecting all your favorite photos from the summer. This might include pictures from:

• Family trips or road adventures
• Poolside or lake days
• Summer holidays like the 4th of July
• Weddings, reunions, and special events
• Everyday summer magic—like s’mores, sunsets, and sprinklers

Tip: If your photos are spread across multiple devices, create a shared folder (like Google Photos or Dropbox) and upload everything into one place for easy access.

Step 2: Organize & Sort

Once your photos are in one place, organize them by theme or date. This will make designing your photo book a breeze! You might group them by:

• Month (June, July, August)
• Activity (Camping, Boating, Backyard Fun)
• People (Kids, Friends, Pets)

Don’t worry about using every single photo—your book will be more meaningful if you focus on the highlights.

Step 3: Choose the Best Shots

When narrowing down your photos, look for:

• Bright, in-focus images
• Genuine smiles and candid moments
• Variety in composition (some wide shots, some close-ups)
• Photos that tell a story or bring back a feeling

A good rule of thumb is 3–5 photos per page spread. Keep your book cohesive by using similar editing styles or filters.

Step 4: Build Your Photo Book at Harold’s Photo

Now for the fun part—creating your book! At Harold’s Photo, you can choose from a variety of sizes, covers, and layouts to bring your summer story to life.

Design it online or stop in-store to get started. Our photo books are printed with high-quality materials that ensure your memories last for years to come.

Need Help? We Offer One-on-One Help!

Not sure where to start, or just don’t have the time? We’ve got you covered. Sign up for our one-on-one book building class where we’ll either build the photo book for you or sit down with you to guide you through it step by step.

Summer memories fade fast—but with a custom photo book from Harold’s Photo, you’ll have a beautiful keepsake you can flip through for years to come. So grab your favorite photos, get organized, and let’s turn your summer into a storybook.