Packaging and Shipping Photographs

We have found that the US and Canadian postal services are safe to use. They both offer tracking services as well. It is a good idea to take advantage of the extra security.

	Place photos between two pieces of cardboard or similar protection. The cardboard should be a bit larger than the largest photo.
	Use a padded envelope or special "Photo Mailer" package if you wish.
	Shipping containers should be marked "Do not bend" on both sides. If you fill out a customs form, it should be marked "photos" no value.

Scanning Photographs

	Scan photos in color (even black and white images).
	Do not make any adjustments to the photos during or after scanning.
	Scan at 150 to 300 dpi (max file size about 2.5 MB).
	You may send a low resolution image for us to evaluate, but when it comes to restoring a digital photo, higher resolutions are best.
	If you don't have a scanner you could go to a Copy Center and have them do it for you.

Mailing Address

PO Box 2743 Alameda, CA 94501