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Digitize, Restore and Organize with professional photo management services
Over 52- Five Star reviews from satisfied customers
“What you have caught on film is captured forever...it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”
What is a Professional Photo Manager?
A professional photo manager is your go-to expert for preserving and enhancing your treasured memories. They start by digitizing and restoring your photos, negatives, slides, videotapes, audio tapes, film, and more.
But the work doesn't stop there. A professional photo manager can also curate, organize, edit, and setup safeguards for your photo collection, making it effortless for you to access and enjoy your cherished moments.
Additionally, a photo manager can create archival prints, enlargements, photo books, and even posters of your images. For videos, they can set up a system that lets you watch your home videos and movies on your TV and phone in a Netflix-like style.
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                    ![A pile of photos haphazardly displayed on the desk]()  PrintsDigitize and restore your prints to protect from damage and decay. 
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                    ![A pair of photo negative strips]()  NegativesDigitize and restore your negatives for the best digital images. 
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                    ![A faded photograph paired with a restored version of the same image.]()  Restorethe most precious of your memories before they degrade forever. 
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                    ![A black Epson printer with a printed photo emerging from the front tray.]()  PrintedEnlarge or reprint your restored images with an archival reprint. 
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                    ![A collection of vintage Kodachrome slides scattered in a pile, featuring labels like "Processed by Kodak" and the Kodak logo in orange and yellow.]()  SlidesRecapture the memories trapped in slide carousels and trays. 
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                    ![An image of many types of physical media: LP, slides, video tapes, film, cassette tapes, and more]()  DigitizedPrints, slides, negatives, videotapes, film, audio tapes, and more 
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                    ![A collection of different brands of videotapes]()  VideotapesDigitize your family memories locked on videotakpes (VHS, MiniDV, and Video8/Hi8, Betamax). 
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                    ![Two grey archival boxes on a black background]()  Preserveyour memories before they fade or are lost to a natural or man-made disaster. 
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                    ![Photos organized with dividers in a box, separated by years]()  OrganizedFind your images easily. 
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                    ![A vintage film projector with two large reels, one red and one black, set against a brick wall backdrop with a window.]()  Film - 8 and 16mmBring to life the memories captured on home movies. 
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                    ![A collection of vintage audio cassette tapes, stacked haphazardly, with visible labels like "Salmex C90 SXII 7" and "BASF 90," evoking nostalgia for the cassette era.]()  Cassette TapesDigitize cassette tapes memories 
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                    ![An image of a photo sharing website]()  SharedShare your memories with a digital archive. 
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                    ![a slide projector with a slide loaded in the tray, a box of slides nearby, and several slides on the table.]()  Slide Showsfor anniversaries, memorials, and special events. 
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                    ![Several books of photos standing on a shelf, with one book open showing a spread of photos.]()  Photo BooksShare your photos with a custom photo book. 
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                    ![Three cannisters of 35mm film sitting on a hard surface.]()  Film ProcessingWe can arrange development of unprocessed film rolls. 
Jerry W. (via Google) - ★★★★★ -John did an outstanding job of bringing back detail of a badly faded photo that I thought could not be restored. Thank you!
Ron P. (via Thumbtack) - ★★★★ - They are exceptional at communicating and although I initially had challenges making my videos accessible for them, they were patient in the process. I’ll use their services again. 5 stars. ⭐️
Carol W. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John was great to work with. He understood what I wanted in my photo restorations and they came out beautifully!
Vanya S. (via Thumbtack) - ★★★★ - Great quality work. Quick to answer my work request but a little slower on delivery. I had to reach out several times to ascertain actual delivery date, which I chalk up to it being a holiday month.
Tim W. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John did a fantastic job scanning our large George Washington Family Tree. The digital quality was very good. He was very professional, did high quality work, and completed the work quickly. I highly recommend.
Sara B. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - The restoration of my old photo looks great and John was very receptive to alternate ideas for how to get the desired effect for my project. I would use his service again.
Mary H. (via Yelp) - ★★★★★ - I went to The Picture Org and met with John Spear and l had this old black and white photo of my father when he went into the Airforce in 1949, and he took that old torn photo and made it into a beautiful portrait, and when my mother who is 96 seen the picture and it brought tears of joy to her eyes and also to all of my 8 siblings!!
Trish G. (via Thumbtack) - ★★★★★ - My experience with The Picture Org was top notch. I needed 715 pictures scanned and they got it done in the time I requested. Very pleasant and professional service. I’d definitely use them again!
Yulian K. (via Yelp) - ★★★★★ - John did amazing work digitizing some old tapes of mine. I had a fairly sizable set and he powered through them in record time. The quality is fantastic and far superior to what I could do on my own. The price is fair and the results are great. If you have old tapes or photos, The Picture Org is the place to get them digitized professionally and of great quality.
Bill B. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - Had 35 old black and white negatives from 1957 scanned. The resultant images were excellent. I was very impressed with the high resolution. They will make great prints!! absolutely recommend The Picture Org.
Gordon P. (via Thumbtack) - ★★★★★ - I was able to explain my needs very quickly and John understood immediately and so I was on my way again within a few minutes. The pictures are excellent and the cost was very reasonable. I know where to come when I have more work to be done
Kim S. (via Yelp) - ★★★★★ - John was so easy to work with, communicated well, and made sure that we would get what we were hoping for. He brought color and definition back to a 60+ year old photo. He also redefined and enlarged a "photo in a photo". He was very clear on what he would be able to do/not do, so that we wouldn't have unreasonable expectations. The end results were wonderful! He did an awesome job and we would highly recommend him for photo restorations! Thank you!
Angelina B. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - I had the best experience at The Picture Org! John was able to accomplish exactly what I needed when no one else could and he's the nicest guy you will ever meet.
Yetta B. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - What a delightful experience!! Needed to get a photo from 22 years ago restored and John did an amazing and perfect job!!! His rates were reasonable for his artistic work. John made museum quality prints. How delightful to find this kind of service available by a gentle kind man.
Tim K. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John did a wonderful job of updating/refreshing 50-year-old photos from our wedding. We had a short turn around time before a family celebration and he was very gracious in completing the work to meet our needs. In addition he digitized our photos so we now beautiful pictures that we can access for the future. John and his work is highly recommended.
Melissa P. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John was very responsive and prompt with my project. I plan to use him again when the time comes!
Prakash S. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John did an amazing job with our Mini DV tapes. His knowledge and attention to detail is amazing. He even managed to salvage parts of a tape that was damaged. If you want your precious memories properly taken care of, I highly recommend John.
Sherie M. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John captured the magical moments when Santa came to visit our homeless shelter over the holiday season. He had joyful candid shots along with professional portraits. The images are vibrant, crisp and high quality. We look forward to working with him again!
Paige N. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - I've had two large batches of photos and scrapbooks digitized. Quality, communication and customer service is excellent! USB drive of digitized items, prompt return of all photos/books. John also helped me find a site to post the photos for sharing with family!
Kristina G. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - I needed a couple of vhs videos digitized with fast turnaround for a special event. John not only got the videos converted the next day, he was also very responsive about making some tweaks to the output at my request.
Joyce M. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - Digitization of the old pictures I had from the 1940’s and 50’s turned out great! And the one picture I wanted modified is going to make a wonderful gift! John was ever so patient with many revisions! His emails back to me were prompt and professional. I couldn’t be more pleased! Can’t wait to give the gift of these pictures to my cousin!
Emily T. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - Was so pleased that John was able to turn my crumbling faded pic stuck behind plexiglass into an eye popping photo complete with background fixes from what he was able to locate on the internet - stunning! Quality service, reprints and fairly priced. Will be the highlight of the holiday gift giving.
Jess S. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - I've used The Picture Org several times and have lots of pictures left to digitize with them! John is always prompt and the picture quality is great. It means a lot to have a place you can trust with your memories.
Miguel O. (via Thumbtack) - ★★★★★ - John did a great job for me. On time, very responsive, excellent product, and reasonable price. A pleasure to work with and would like to give a exceptional recommendation.
Larry J. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John did a great job digitizing our family videos and restoring a damaged print. High quality and very quick!
Katie G. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John was lovely to work with and did an excellent job with our photos. I'm looking forward to working with him again.
Kaitlyn S. (via Yelp) - ★★★★★ - John was fantastic and we appreciated his dedication and persistence, particularly with some troublesome VHS digital transfers. Good communication, good service, great results. Would highly recommend.
Tammi H. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - I had an old photo of my parents that needed touch up and enlarging. John did a great job, and I had the finished product the next day. I’m very satisfied.
John M. (via Google) - ★★★★★ - John did great work organizing and editing photos for the 50th Anniversary party. He communicates well, and I felt he went beyond my expectations.
What can The Picture Org (anizer) do for you?
Digitize/Scan and convert your media to digital
- Photos, Negatives, and Slides 
- Albums, Scrapbooks, news clippings, and other memorabilia 
- VHS, VHS-C, Video8, and Mini-DV videotapes 
- 35mm and 8mm Film 
- Cassette and reel-to-reel audio tapes 
Organize your photos and videos (physical and digital)
- Arranged by date or other logical groupings 
- De-duplicated and De-cluttered 
Share and Enjoy your photos and videos though a digital archive
- Merge your physical and digital photos, videos, and films into an archive you can enjoy with friends and family, searchable by events, people, places, and more. 
Restore faded and damaged photos
- Restore faded colors 
- Digitally repair damaged photos 
- Create new archival prints, including enlargements 
Slideshows for event celebrations and funeral memorials
- Using the best images 
- Celebrate people, milestones, events, and more 
Prints, Invitations, Memorial cards, and Photo Books
- Archival Giclee Prints, reprints, and enlargements 
- Funeral memorial cards and Event invitations 
- Photo and Family History Books 
- Wood engravings 
 
            
              
            
            
          
              We are a family-owned business based in Sammamish, WA, with a passion for history, family heritage, and photography. We believe personal service is essential to help you fully enjoy your photos, films, and videos.
With over 25 years of experience in organizational and project management, we are dedicated to organizing your memories so you can share and enjoy them effortlessly.
Note: We gladly accept rush projects, with turnaround times as short as one day or less. Please note that for such expedited timelines, a 25% rush charge will apply, as we prioritize your project by slowing down other projects to meet your deadline.
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Those old VHS tapes and camcorder recordings hold priceless family memories. But they're also deteriorating. Analog video fades, becomes brittle, and eventually becomes unplayable. Don't let your family history disappear! Digitizing these videos is the only way to preserve them. Digital files are easy to store, share, and last for generations. Don't wait until it's too late.
I'm now a Certified Professional Photo Manager for 2025-2027! This means I'm equipped with the latest skills and knowledge to expertly organize, preserve, and protect your precious photo memories. My certification ensures you receive top-quality service, cutting-edge techniques, and peace of mind knowing your photos are in expert hands. Contact me today to get started!
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles serve as a stark reminder of the devastating power of nature and the importance of preparedness. We've seen incredible stories of loss, but also inspiring examples of resilience, like the firefighters who rescued precious photo albums while battling to save a family's home. Photos are more than just images; they are tangible memories, and losing them can be emotionally devastating. In light of the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, it's more important than ever to take proactive steps to protect your precious photo collection.
 
                         
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
                       
  
  
    
    
     
  
  
    
    
     
            
              
            
            
          
             
            
              
            
            
          
             
            
              
            
            
          
             
            
              
            
            
          
             
  
  
    
    
     
  
  
    
    
     
  
  
    
    
     
            
              
            
            
          
             
            
              
            
            
          
            