Precious Memories

Photographs can evoke a slew of memories, much like the following restoration did for me.

While going through old photo albums at my mom and dad's house, I came across this one of my great-grandmother. We called her Gran.

I was fortunate enough to still have fond memories of her. She died when I was around age 10. Some of my favorite times with her was when she was watching wrestling or her "program" on tv.  

This single photo evokes many fond memories. I should probably write them down before I forget. Future generations should have the opportunity of knowing her as well.

What treasured memories can we breathe new life into for you?

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Giddy up Cowboy

School portraits capture a moment in time. Unfortunately, the years are not kind to these precious memories.

Not only did I bring back the color and details, but made a black-and-white version that also turned out well. 

This little cowboy's smile will last for many generations to come.

What treasured memories can we breathe new life into for you?

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Not all print sizes are the same

Not All Print Sizes are the Same

Photos can be printed at a variety of sizes such as 4x6, 5x7, and 8x10. Many can be formatted to be printed in landscape (longest side along top and bottom), or portrait (longest side along left and right) mode.

The ability to print at these sizes and modes depends on the size and resolution of the original file. This is why we scan all images that we restore at a resolution of 1200 ppi (pixels per inch). The high resolution allows us to increase the possible print sizes without sacrificing any quality.

A common misconception is that most print sizes are proportional, and that photos can be printed exactly the same as a 4x6, 5x7, and 8x10. 

However, they are not proportional. There will be slight differences among the print sizes.  

The following graphic shows the same image as it was cropped in landscape mode as an 8x10, 5x7, and 4x6. 

The 8x10 photo contains a large section of the window and kitchen cabinets. As the photo size get smaller, less of the window and cabinets are included.

Our restoration experts do our best to keep as much of the original image as possible when we crop photos to be printed at multiple sizes.

What can our experts do for you?

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From Bad to Brilliant

Photos provide a glimpse into the past. They can show us people and places that are no longer here.

Time makes it mark on photos, and if they are not taken care of, those memories can be lost forever.

The following photo had some cracks, scratches, and watermark damage when it arrived in the studio. Now it can be enjoyed for many years to come. It has gone from bad to brilliant. 

Before

After

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Dads & Grads Sale 2021

Reminder: Our Dads & Grads Sale 2021 is going on now. 

Save 10% on all new services ordered now through June 26, 2021.

Just in time for Father’s Day and Graduation Season, now is the perfect time to restore a photo of your dad, or graduation photos from the past.

Purple Penguin Studio is a local, home-based business that specializes in photo restoration, resizing, and digitizing services. 

Free estimates are provided for each service inquiry. 

Finished products are provided as an electronic download, or on a USB drive for an additional fee.

Note: Photos do not need to contain a “dad” or “grad” for the discount to apply. This limited time offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.

The following is a photo of my mother's "grandfather" in his Army uniform from World War I. Although he was my great-grandmother's second husband, he helped raise her four children along with a daughter of their own. He was the only grandfather my mom knew and loved. His photo will now be seen and cherished for many generations yet to come.

What precious memories can we breathe new life into for you?

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