Resources
Welcome to the Vision Journey Resource page. A curated list of books and other resources I have found to be a “must-have” to stay inspired, productive, and motivated. I am only suggesting resources that stand behind and been inspired by, and the tools I currently use. Each company is of integrity.
In the spirit of full disclosure, some of the links are affiliate links, which means that if you purchase the product or service, I may earn a small commission. This commission is at no cost to you and often includes a special deal for you.
My recommendations are heartfelt and sincere, not because of a small commission.
Start Your Archive
My trusted solution for safe, permanent photo storage? FOREVER.
It’s simple, reliable, and perfect for organizing and sharing your memories – for you and generations to come. www.Photos-Forever.com
(Note: This is an affiliate link – if you sign up, I may earn a small commission, but I only recommend what I personally trust and use every day.)
Data Recovery
When disaster strikes your digital world, Ontrack is my go-to. It’s the trusted data-recovery service that I personally recommend – and it’s also the preferred partner of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). Whether you’re recovering priceless photos, videos, or important files, Ontrack has the tools and expertise to help. https://www.ontrack.com/en-us/
(Note: This is an affiliate link, so if you use it, I may earn a commission – but I only recommend what I trust and use myself!)
Sell Your Portraits
As a photographer, I have used ProSelect since 2010. It’s the best presentation and sales available to the serious photographer. Click the logo.
(Note: This is an affiliate link, so if you use it, I may earn a commission – but I only recommend what I trust and use myself!)
My archive resource list:
Digital Storage:
- FOREVER®* archival, permanent, private, guaranteed storage of your own. Start with your complimentary 2 GB account – www.Photos-Forever.com
Digitization, Restoration, Reproduction & Salvage:
- FOREVER®* digital conversion of all types of media, memorabilia, and photos. Unsurpassed quality and customer service – guaranteed. Cheryl offers some in-house print and memorabilia digitizing services.
- FORVER®* Historian Software organize, tag and upload your digital photos
- FORVER®* Genealogy research and DIY coaching services.
- Ontrack data recovery* (saved my butt!)
- Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop Adobe.com
Suppliers:
- B&H Photo www.bhphotovideo.com
- Archival Methods www.archivalmethods.com
- Gaylord Archival www.gaylord.com/http://www.gaylord.com/
- Uline www.Uline.com
Other supporting resources:
- Blog and seminars for inspiration (organizing, gifts, digitizing, etc.) www.forever.com/yours
- NEDCC (Northeast Document Conservation Center) https://www.nedcc.org/
- Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts https://ccaha.org/
- Archival Methods blog https://www.archivalmethods.com/blog
- Smithsonian Institution Archives https://siarchives.si.edu/what-we-do/publications-resources
- Maureen Taylor “The Photo Detective” (books, courses, podcast) https://maureentaylor.com/
Equipment I use:
- Epson FastFoto FF-680W Photo Scanner
- Epson V600 flatbed scanner
- Canon 5D Mark VII camera on a Bogen copy stand & Smith-Victor LED Copy Lights
- Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Lens
- Kaiser Slimlite Plano 5000K Battery/AC Lightbox
- Kinetronics Model 30 Plastic Handle StaticWisk Brush
- Abbey pH Pen™ (available at Gaylord)
* A trusted vendor; I have vetted and used this company extensively, and am an affiliate so I may receive some form of compensation