Dear valued clients, It is with mixed emotions that I announce the closure of The Photo Restoration Center after 20 years in business. The reason for this decision is due to the rapid advances in AI technology, which have rendered many aspects of the photo restoration industry automated and less in need of the human […]
What to do if your wedding pictures have “accidentally” been ripped in half, or quarters or shredded? Yikes! The Photo Restoration Center receives a surprising number of enquiries about photographs that have been ripped in half, torn, quartered, slashed, or otherwise lacerated. The subject of these pictures? Often, it’s the happiest day of someone’s life. […]
In the age of digital photography, we’ve become curators of vast digital image libraries. But many of us vaguely remember the days when film canisters were taken to a lab, and you returned later to be handed an exciting, weighty envelope full of prints. You probably put the best in an album. Do you remember […]
The Photo Restoration Center has a friendly tip to share with the Instagram generation: Playing with filters on your camera phone is a fun game, but occasionally you should turn off your filters. In the future, you’ll want something real to look back on. Now more than ever, taking photos is an inexpensive and amusing […]
As time passes, we accept that some memories fade, but most of us take for granted that our photos will last, preserving how things were and the faces and moments we don’t want to forget. Sadly, looking over a lifetime’s collection of photographs, it’s apparent that prints, like our memories, are not impervious to time. […]
The Appeal of a Print The images on your screen are beautiful, but exceptional photographs belong on the wall. You may enjoy flicking through a photograph album or just want to hold a print in your hands, or share with family and friends. These tangible objects hint at our stories and invite conversation. Sadly, scanned […]
A common problem we see at The Photo Restoration Center is old photos with water damage. Sometimes the pictures have blotches, while other times mold forms leaving unsightly patterns and marks. If you’ve found a favorite family photograph altered by water, try not to despair. There are fixes, and our professional photo restorers will likely […]
As time goes by, old photos fade. Their colors become washed out, and black and white shades lose their distinction turning a dull grey. Sometimes, the image almost disappears completely. It’s sad to see the memories disappear along with it, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be that way. Why do old photographs fade? Sunlight, […]
They say time flies when you’re having fun, and that’s certainly the case for us at The Photo Restoration Center. We’re delighted to be celebrating 21 years of restoring old photos. A milestone like this can’t help but leave us feeling reflective. So, today we’re sharing some thoughts on the photo industry throughout that time, […]
For nearly 200 years, the most significant events in our history have been captured in photographs. Historical incidents, significant people, and sporting victories live on through printed images, as do the people and places that are close to our hearts. Unlike modern photography, there is often only one copy of an antique photograph. Once that […]
A Guide to Our Photo Restoration Services Discovering a precious old photograph with stains or rips is sadly a common phenomenon. Accidents happen and with pre-digital photography there’s often only one copy of each print. These unique photos are priceless to us, but also vulnerable to all manner of wear and tear. If you have a picture you fear may […]
People decide to have an old photograph restored for many reasons. They might be part of an institution looking to preserve their heritage, an individual researching family history, or someone seeking a unique gift. It’s not an everyday purchase, so the question of ‘how much does photo restoration cost?’ understandably comes up a lot. In […]
One thing that continuously strikes us is how special our job is. Photo restoration brings moments in time back to life, taking special occasions and reviving them for future generations to enjoy. We hear the moving stories behind the pictures, and the images linger in our memories long after the final product is sent. It’s recently got us […]
Old photographs are an amazing source of information about the people of the past. Photo restoration can reveal even more as details of homes return to view and previously faded faces become clear once again. A restored image can be full of surprises that will make you laugh and cry in equal measure. Whether you’re […]
Searching for a special present for your Mom on Mother’s Day? These unique photo gift ideas from The Photo Restoration Center may just do the trick.