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Having a family photography session or capturing photos of your newborn baby is a wonderful experience; the next question is, "What do you do with the photos?"
Most people end up storing their family photos on a hard drive and '“never quite get around to printing them”. Before they know it, years have passed.
In all likelihood, you have photos stored on your phone that you’ve been ‘meaning to print’ where every year the algorithm reminds you “hey, remember when you did this amazing thing?” and you make a new pact to print them this year - we all do it!
At Grain & Weave in-home family photography, we make it easy and convenient for our families so they can start enjoying their images as designed wall-art within a few weeks. We go one step further though and answer the question:
“What if you could make your investment in family photography work harder for you?”
A window to a feeling
Over the years, our thousands of customers have come to realise the value of having natural and expressive family artwork on their wall, designed to complement their home and enhance their style.
Their family photos sit silently around the home, a stamp of individuality, separating the inside from the outside and radiating a feeling of togetherness and belonging.
In today's digital age, we capture countless family moments with the convenience of our smartphones and cameras. However, there's a growing appreciation for tangible memories that go beyond the screens. Transforming your cherished family photographs into captivating wall art isn't just about aesthetic appeal; it carries psychological, educational, and even cultural significance. Recent research, including studies from Australian experts, sheds light on the compelling reasons why turning your family photography into wall art can have a profound impact.
1. Psychological Connection
Psychological studies have demonstrated the power of physical objects in fostering emotional connections. Displaying your family photography as wall art makes those memories a constant part of your environment, promoting feelings of belonging and happiness.
Dr. Fiona Macpherson, a philosopher at the University of Queensland, suggests that visual reminders of loved ones can contribute to a sense of continuity and identity within a family unit.
2. Cognitive Development in Children
Children who have family photographs displayed prominently in their homes tend to have better self-esteem and a stronger sense of belonging. Even schools, daycares and other education institutes recognise this, how many times have you been asked to provide a family photo to them? How many times have you or your kids, or your teenagers had a look through old family albums and had an opportunity to reminisce about moments in time, family members that have been or may no longer be.
Having photos hanging around you and your family allows your children to know who they are in the world that you are creating. They have faces on the wall that when others come over, they can tell them about, creating a unique and beautiful narrative. The images on the walls provide a sense of stability and reassurance, fostering a positive emotional environment that supports healthy cognitive development.
3. Cultural Preservation
Associate Professor Sarah Pink from RMIT University emphasises the cultural significance of family photography. Family photographs can become artifacts that carry narratives of heritage and history. Printing these photographs as wall art preserves a tangible link to cultural roots, allowing future generations to connect with their ancestry in a meaningful way. You know how your parents (or maybe it’s you!) keep telling you how amazing their finds have been on ancestory.com? Well here is your opportunity to display these amazing memories, not just in your home, but to be passed down from generation to generation. Who doesn’t love looking at their parents, grandparents or siblings as babies?!
4. Reduced Screen Dependence
Constant exposure to digital screens has become a concern in modern society. Turning family photography into wall art offers an opportunity to step away from screens and engage in real-world, face-to-face conversations.
Professor Michael Cowling, a digital detox expert from CQUniversity, suggests that having physical photographs on display encourages more offline interactions among family members.
5. Sense of Achievement
The act of selecting, printing, and framing family photographs for wall art can be a rewarding endeavour. Dr. Tim Kitchen, Senior Education Specialist at Adobe Systems, highlights the value of engaging in creative projects like this. The process promotes a sense of accomplishment and personal investment in your family's story.
In a world dominated by digital ephemera, the choice to transform family photography into wall art is a deliberate one. Australian experts in psychology, education, and culture affirm that this choice contributes to psychological well-being, supports cognitive growth in children, preserves cultural heritage, reduces screen dependence, and offers a sense of achievement. By adorning your walls with moments frozen in time, you're crafting an environment that nurtures your family's bonds and enriches your daily life.
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