Photo Folder & Picture Frame FAQs

Why do I need photo folders for my event photography?

Photo folders protect event pictures. The photos slip into the frame, and the cover folds to protect the print. But they do more than protect your prints! Think of our photo event folders as an all-in-one solution. You get brand exposure with custom folder frames, and your guests get a convenient giveaway that holds and protects their event pictures from fingerprints, food smudges, and drink spills.

Where can I buy cardboard photo folders?

Right here online at StudioStyle.com. We do not have a storefront location.

How does the picture stay in the folder?

It depends on what folder you're ordering. Our standard event folders and portrait folders are glued on the top and bottom window frame border; you just slide your print in, and it's held snug in place. Watch how to insert a photo into a standard event folder. Any of our made-to-order folders are glued along the top window frame border. Designed for quick photo distribution, you just slide the print up and under the top window border, and it will stay in place. See how quick it is to insert a photo into a made-to-order photo folder.

Sliding my photos under the window border is taking some time. Why is the window frame so tight?

This is a concern some customers have with our Quick Ship and standard event folders, but in the end, they are very pleased with the final result.

To make your paper photo folders, we glue the window border down on the top and bottom edges—we call these the "glue lines." We set our glue lines very tight so that when a picture is slid into the frame, it stays put. We don't want your memorable event photos sliding around the frame or worse, slipping out.

Because space for the print is tight, inserting the photo into the frame shouldn't be rushed, otherwise you could risk creasing the photo.

These folders and frames are glued on the top and bottom:

• Studio Portrait Folders
• Economy Photo Folders
• Double Sided Photo Folders
• Dual Easel Frames
• Sturdy Cardboard Easel Photo Frames
• Grandeur Easel Frames
• Single Mat Bevel Cut Frames

Can I put my logo on a photo folder?

Yes! All of our photo and portrait folders can be personalized with your company logo or event branding. For full-color logos or designs, we recommend a full-color printed folder. For one-color imprints, we recommend purchasing a foil stamped folder. Personalization method is detailed on product pages. Don't know what foil stamping is? Learn more about foil stamped photo folders and how we make them.

How environmentally friendly are your photo holders?

Most of our black or white photo frames and folders are made out of recycled paper. We think you'll like our line of recycled photo holders.

How sturdy are your cardboard picture frames?

We have different paper and cardboard thicknesses available, at various price points. Our custom printed paper frames are made out of 14 pt. paper (like a thick greeting card). Our bevel cut frames are made out of sturdy mat board (with 3 layers of mat board—these are sturdy frames!). Check out all of our cardboard picture frames for exact product descriptions on thickness and durability.

Do you sell photo folders for senior pictures?

Our line of professional-quality studio portrait folders are popular with senior portrait photographers. While you can give these blank to your studio clients, we recommend adding your studio logo to the folder for easy branding. The most popular location for your studio logo is on the bottom of the back cover.

Do you sell wholesale photo folders?

We have a wholesale program for photographers, event planners, and party professionals. This program applies to all photo folders, frames, and photo cards. Want to resell our products? Apply today.

I'm a photographer; do I qualify for wholesale pricing?

If you plan on selling our products to your customers, then you qualify for wholesale pricing. Get more info and apply on our wholesale page. We typically get wholesale accounts set up within one business day.

How can I use your photo folders as a marketing tool?

When ordering folders for your customers, we recommend adding your business name and some contact info to the back of the folder. That way, when those event guests are planning an event of their own, they know who to call for their event photo framing needs.

Here's some further reading for more photo folder marketing tips:

• How to Grow Your Photography Business with Photo Folders and Paper Picture Frames
• Grow Your Photo Booth Business with Studio Style Folders + Frames
• How to Add Photo Mounts to Your Portrait Studio Packages

Browse all wholesale photo folder resources

Do you work with photo booth owners?

We offer personalized 4" x 6" and 2" x 6" print holders; these sizes work for most photo booth companies. Check out folders for 4" x 6" photo booth pictures and folders for 2" x 6" photo booth strips.

I offer scrapbooks as a photo booth upsell. Should I offer photo strip folders, too?

Look at it this way: the scrapbook is for the bride and groom. The photo booth picture folders are for everyone else. Give wedding guests a practical way to get those photo booth pictures home, safe and sound.

I'm interested in your photo folders for my wedding. Which folder do you recommend?

Our studio portrait folders are the most popular wedding photo folder, whether they are given out at the reception or mailed after the event as a unique wedding photo thank you card. Thicker than our economy event folders, the deckle edge and subtle textured finish gives these folders an upscale look—without busting your wedding budget.

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My event is in 5 days; can I still get folders?

While 5 days isn't enough time to make a custom folder, we have lots of blank portrait folders and picture frames that are in stock and ready to ship. We also have a selection of in-stock themed event folders. Please note that last-minute orders might require expedited shipping.

I don't have time to order personalized folders. Do you have any DIY tips for me so I can customize them for my event?

There are two popular DIY personalization options that we recommend when time runs short:

• The first is to print some labels and attach them to the front cover of your folders. The benefit of this is that you can print full-color labels and attach them to a plain black or white folder.
• The second option is to order double sided photo folders. On the left side, insert a print with your logo, event details, sponsor information, and more. Leave the right side open to insert the event photographs.

I'm on a very strict budget. Do you have quality, cheap photo folders?

We have many low-cost options for your party or event. Our standard event photo folders start at just 80¢ for blank Black or White 4" x 6" folders.

Want cheap photo folders themed for your event? No problem. We have a variety of celebration and sports designs starting at just $1.00 each.