--- title: "Albums & Books" url: "https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/albums-books/" description: "All the styles and customization options you need to create heirlooms and share your client's story." updated: "2026-09-22T11:02:40-05:00" --- # Albums & Books ![A newborn Photo Album laying open on a table.](https://whcc-com-stage-images0.imgix.net/images/WHCC_March24_Album_House_Shoot_0011.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75) From hand-assembled luxurious leather-bound wedding Albums, to Softcover Books perfect for marketing or everyday work, we offer a format for every tier of photography you sell. All designed using free software made specifically for photographers. [Get A Sample Kit](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/resources/samples.md) Handcrafted in Minnesota Each item is meticulously assembled by skilled artisans, who perform quality checks at every step of the process. 40+ Cover Materials Choose from full-grain European leathers, natural silks and linens, and traditional bookcloths suitable for everyday sessions. Ships in 2 Days 98% of orders ship from our facility within two days, with free shipping. ### [Albums](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/albums.md) [Albums](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/albums.md) The heirloom. Our Albums display each spread as a continuous print, mounted edge-to-edge on rigid board, with no cuts interrupting the image. The thick pages feel substantial and lie flat when opened. Covers are hand-wrapped in leather, linen, silk, or a custom photo option. Best For Weddings · Seniors · Boudoir Binding Flush mount · seamless · no center cut Paper Photo Lustre Paper Photo Matte Paper Photo Silk Paper Photo Deep Matte Sizes 6×6 in. up to 11×14 in. ### [Hardcover Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/hardcover-books.md) [Hardcover Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/hardcover-books.md) The everyday book. Pages are press-printed and curve gently at the spine, the way a published art book does. They're lighter in the hand than a flush-mount Album and priced for sessions that come around often, like family sessions, a book series, or portfolio pieces. Best For Pet Photography · Editorial · Family Binding Saddle Stitch· magazine-style · gutter loss Paper Press Semi-Gloss Paper Press Smooth Matte Paper Sizes 5×7 in. up to 12×12 in. ![Two layflat photo books showcasing beautiful photographs on the covers.](https://whcc-com-stage-images0.imgix.net/images/whcc_combo-and-cameo-cover-layflat-books.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75) ### [Layflat Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/layflat-books.md) — **Popular** The perfect book option for everyday sessions with layflat binding for a seamless presentation. ### [Softcover Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/softcover-books.md) A printed cover with perfect bound pages makes this an excellent option to share snapshots or create marketing materials. ### [Accordion Mini Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/accordion-mini-books.md) A perfect gifting option with a printed accordion spread to showcase your clients’ favorite images. ## Designing Made Easy: Tell your client’s story with our Album & Book designer Whether this is your first time designing layouts or you are a seasoned pro—our design tool lets you create beautiful layouts in seconds without leaving your browser window. Watch the [demo video](https://youtu.be/zalUF_-5CGE). [Shop Albums & Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/albums-books.md) **Compare** ## Which style is right for you? | | [Albums](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/albums.md) | [Layflat Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/layflat-books.md) | [Hardcover Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/hardcover-books.md) | [Softcover Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/softcover-books.md) | |---|---|---|---|---| | Used for | - Wedding albums - Senior graduation albums - Newborn or baby’s first year - Boudoir albums | - Sign-in books for weddings and grad parties - Layflat coffee table books - Portfolio or commercial books - Family books | - Pet photography books - Coffee table art books - Low-cost senior or family books - Newborn, 3, 6, 9 month and 1 year baby book collections | - Year in review books - Travel books - Commercial and marketing booklets - Large volume orders | | **Cover styles** | | | | | | Photo | | | Fine Art Canvas, Metal, and Wood custom photo covers are not available on Hardcover Books. | | | Material | | | Premium Leathers and Distressed Leathers are not available on Hardcover Books. | | | Cameo | | | | | | Combo | | | | | | Debossing Available on Material and Cameo covers. To provide the best results, debossing is not available for select material types. See the product page for compatible materials. | | | | | | **Construction** | | | | | | Binding | Flush mount Each spread is a continuous print mounted edge-to-edge on rigid insert boards without a center cut, for a layflat, seamless presentation. | Layflat Spreads are glued back to back and remain completely flat, so no visual information is lost in the gutter. Ideal for images that run across a full spread. | Saddle-stitch Pages are stitched together along the spine, allowing more pages per book. A small amount of the image extends into the gutter. | Perfect bound Pages are adhered to the cover along the spine for a strong, flexible binding with a clean profile. Images along the seam extend into the gutter. | | Spreads | - 5–25 thick spreads - 5–40 thin spreads | - 10–40 spreads | - 10–75 spreads Designed to start and end on a single side. | - 20–75 spreads Designed to start and end on a single side. | | Paper | - Photo Lustre - Photo Matte - Photo Silk - Photo Deep Matte | - Photo Lustre - Photo Deep Matte | - Press Semi-Gloss - Press Smooth Matte | - Press Smooth Matte | | Endleaves | - Smooth Black - Textured Black - Textured White | - Smooth Black | - Smooth Black | None | | **Sizes in inches** | | | | | | Square | - 12 × 12 - 10 × 10 - 8 × 8 - 6 × 6 | - 12 × 12 - 10 × 10 - 8 × 8 - 6 × 6 | - 12 × 12 - 10 × 10 - 8 × 8 | - 10 × 10 - 8 × 8 | | Horizontal | - 11 × 14 - 9 × 12 - 8 × 12 - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 11 × 14 - 9 × 12 - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 8 × 10 | | Vertical | - 11 × 14 Only available with Photo Lustre and Photo Deep Matte paper. - 9 × 12 - 8 × 12 - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 11 × 14 Only available with Photo Lustre paper. - 9 × 12 - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 8 × 10 - 5 × 7 | - 8 × 10 | | **Pricing** | | | | | | Starting price | $171 10 × 10, 10 spreads, Photo Cover | $118.50 10 × 10, 10 spreads, Photo Cover | $77.50 10 × 10, 10 spreads, Photo Cover | $61.75 10 × 10, 20 spreads, Photo Cover | **Accessories** ## Built to be Kept Pair your albums and books with the right accessories to turn every order from "delivered" into "gifted and unforgettable." Discover easy ways to package, present, and protect your work. ### [Premium Packaging](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/premium-packaging.md) — **Popular** Let us take care of the packaging for you to save valuable time, storage space, and materials. ### [Album Boxes](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/products/album-boxes.md) Level up your Album delivery with a protective keepsake box available in a variety of fabrics or a photo cover. ## Sample Albums & Books: Get Up to 25% Off on Samples Show what you want to sell! When you put samples in your clients’ hands, you show them your photographic style and talent. - 25% off sample Albums, Layflat Books, and Hardcover Books. 15% off Softcover Books. - Use your photography and choose from all our customization options. [Learn More](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/sample-program.md) **Articles & Resources** ## Ideas, Inspiration and Behind the Scenes Looks ### [In the Spotlight: Albums & Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/in-the-spotlight-albums.md) See what's new, popular, and on display for Albums and Book styles. [Business Education](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/business.md) ### [The Benefits of Offering Wedding Albums for Parents](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/the-benefits-of-offering-wedding-albums-for-parents.md) Companion Albums increase your wedding sales without increasing your workload. [Product Ideas](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/product-ideas.md) ![Two professional baby photo albums stacked with an ecru nubuck leather cameo cover featuring a newborn portrait over an espresso nubuck leather album, styled with blush fabric.](https://whcc-com-stage-images0.imgix.net/images/WHCC_Swatch_Kit_Cover_2026_Material_Updates_03__h03bdf822.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75) ### [Album Material Guide: Selling Premier and Nubuck Albums](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/album-material-guide-selling-premier-and-nubuck-albums.md) Premier or Nubuck? A photographer's guide to explaining album cover materials to clients, plus six material pairing suggestions. [Product Ideas](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/product-ideas.md) ### [The Newest Addition to Layflat Books](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/the-newest-addition-to-layflat-books.md) Announcing Photo Deep Matte Paper for an ultra-smooth, non-reflective experience. [Announcements](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/announcements.md) ![A collage of photo Albums and Layflat Books featuring new Premier and Nubuck leather options in various cover styles. Cameo, combo and full material cover options are featured, laying flat on a table.](https://whcc-com-stage-images0.imgix.net/images/WHCC_2026_Album_Leather_Launch_0040__h32002349.jpg?auto=format,compress&cs=srgb&fit=max&w=1000&q=75) ### [All New Leathers for the Albums and Layflat Books You Sell](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/all-new-leathers-for-the-albums-and-layflat-books-you-sell.md) Four new Premier Leather colors, plus a new Nubuck Leather group join our Premium cover options. Both ready to order on your next Album and Layflat Book. [Announcements](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/announcements.md) ### [Cover Customization with Prestige](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/cover-customization-with-prestige.md) Our Album and Book elegance is expanding with the addition of 2 new fonts—Authenia Solid and Garamond Italic. [Announcements](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/inspiration/browse/announcements.md) ## Not sure where to start?: We'll help you figure it out. [Schedule a Consultation](https://craft-stage.whcc.com/consults/)