FAQs
What are Memory DVDs?
Why would I want to preserve my Photos to a Memory DVD?
If I was to give my Memory DVD as a gift, can you recommend some holidays or special events?
What is the creation process of the Memory DVD?
What photos should I choose to include on my DVD?
How do I prepare my photos?
What if I don’t have digital photos only prints?
What if some of my photos need to be corrected or enhanced other than red eye reduction?
What does each Memory DVD package include?
How much does a Memory DVD cost?
When do I need to pay?
What type of payment do you accept?
Do you have office hours?
What is your contact information?
What are Memory DVDs?
Memory DVDs are professional, personalized slideshow movies created from your digital photographs and or videos with background music of your choosing. The movies are transferred to a DVD and are formatted to play in any DVD player or computer DVD drive.
Why would I want to preserve my Photos to a Memory DVD?
When you put your photos on a Memory DVD you bring your digital photos to life and preserve your memories for generations to come. Just put in the DVD, hit play, and relive your precious moments today!
If I was to give my Memory DVD as a gift, can you recommend some holidays or special events?
The most popular holidays are listed below, but are not limited to:
- Weddings and or Receptions
- Anniversaries
- Birth
- Birthdays
- Christmas
- Mother’s Day
- Father’s Day
- Grandparent’s Day
- Family Reunions
- Promotions
- Portfolios
- Memorial or Funeral Services
- Valentine’s Day
What is the creation process of the Memory DVD?
- We discuss the specifics of your DVD which includes: special event or theme, picture timeline, choice of music (any genre), text titles or a voiceover (personalized recorded message), the number of DVD copies needed, and completion date.
- After we receive your digital photos and or video; using specialized software, we begin creating your personalized slideshow.
- We apply the Ken Burns transition. This effect will provide a pan-and-zoom motion to all the photos.
- Sync music to the photo timeline.
- Burn Memory slideshow movie to DVD.
- Design the DVD case insert, and DVD.
- Email design proofs of DVD insert and DVD for final approval.
- Revisions can be made to text only, not the layout. If you would like to purchase a custom layout for your insert and DVD, you can do so for an additional fee (see additional service fees below).
- Print DVD insert, and DVD. We print directly on to the actual DVD so there isn’t a sticky label that would peel or fade.
- Assemble, Package and Ship.
What photos should I choose to include on my DVD?
Most customers include a collaboration of special events, holidays, or family functions on their DVD. While, others choose a special themed event. Here are some suggestions, but are not limited to:
- Weddings
- Engagements
- Honeymoon
- Anniversaries
- Pregnancy
- Baby Shower
- New Baby
- Baptism or Christening
- Baby’s Firsts (i.e. 1st Birthday, 1st steps, 1st smile, and etc).
- Family Functions (i.e. Cookouts, Family Reunions, and etc)
- Birthdays
- Children Growing up Through the Years
- Graduation
- Vacations or Family Trips
- Sporting Events
- Funerals or Memorials
- Halloween
- Winter
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- New Years
- Valentine’s Day
- Spring
- Easter
- Spring Break
- Summer
- Fourth of July
- Labor or Memorial Days
How do I prepare my photos?
- Begin preparing your photo timeline by collecting your digital photos, printed photos, and any other mementos you want to include in your Memory DVD slideshow. Burn your digital photos to a CD or DVD. We also accept memory and or flash cards. DO NOT SEND YOUR ORIGINAL COPIES!
- Place the photos in the order you would like them to appear in the slideshow. This is called creating a photo timeline.
- Number the back of each photo. When including digital photos write the file name (i.e. mombday.jpg #8) and the number on the back of an index card or Post-it® note (DO NOT write directly on the back of the photo) and include it in the order you want it to appear in the photo timeline.
- Write up the title screens and place them in the order they should appear in the photo timeline. Be sure to number them on the back just like the photos (i.e. “Baby Jacob Born on May 1, 1995, #5). Include another special instructions such as: family members, memories or dates you want referenced on the DVD.
- Indicate which songs go with which photos (i.e. "That Song" should play with photos 1-15). (Copyright laws prevent us from providing music recorded by a specific artist or band. You must provide the music for the DVD.) If you like, we can create original melodies- just ask us how.
- It is extremely important to specify the type of DVD player that the slideshow will be viewed on. Be sure to include the make and model of your DVD player. This will insure that the DVD will play.
- Payment due at the time the order is placed. Enclose cash, money order made payable to Melissa Coon.
What if I don’t have digital photos only prints?
We will scan copies of your original prints for $1.00 each photo.
What if some of my photos need to be corrected or enhanced other than red eye reduction?
Redeye reduction is included with the package price. Additional touch ups or enhancements such as: sharpening, photo effects (black and white and sepia conversion) or brightness and contrast can be purchased for $1.00 each photo.
What does each Memory package include?
- DVD Case, Insert and DVD label (printed directly on the DVD)Pan-and-Zoom motion transition to every photo
- Background Music (any genre)
- Redeye Reduction on all photos
- Additional Photo Enhancements if needed
- Video for additional charges (see services page for pricing).
How much does a Memory DVD cost?
There are several Memory packages and services to choose from, price depends on what you need. Please visit our services page for more information.
When do I need to pay?
Full payment is required at the time photos are submitted for your project.
What type of payment do you accept?
For now we accept cash or money orders. No checks please. (Payable to Melissa Coon). We will be accepting paypal payments after Jan 1, 2008.
Do you have office hours?
No sorry, we conduct business by appointment only; but would appreciate phone calls be kept between 9am and 7pm(et).
What is your contact information?
Phone (727) 773-5849 or email memories@melissagore.com
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