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Sharing memories in photos
The Photos app on your iPhone or iPad is a treasure trove of special memories – taking a trip, sharing a meal, the smile on someone’s face… Why not compile these moments into an album and give it to someone special? Here’s how you can create this unique and heartwarming gift with the help of a few apps.
Edit and curate your memories
Start with the big picture: what kind of album do you want to make? A warm, romantic album for your sweetheart, or a funny album for your best friend filled with your most goofy moments together?
When you have an idea of the album’s mood and theme, choose the photos that’ll fill its pages. Pick photos that capture the treasured moments spent together and show your truly unique connection.
It’s possible that the best photos don’t always fit the theme. Don’t worry, that’s where editing apps come in.
Use Darkroom to adjust the colour and brightness of your photos. Bring some light to the shadows or use filters to give the photo a nostalgic touch.
Editing a lot of photos? Darkroom lets you save the edits for one photo and apply them to other photos like a customised filter, making the whole process more efficient.
For such a personalised gift, it’s a good idea to make your mark on the photos included. Turn your photos into sketches or paintings with BeCasso and Distressed FX.
BeCasso transforms your photo into an oil painting, watercolour, pencil sketch or pop art. You can also adjust the details until they’re just right. For example, with the Pencil effect, you can set the width and granularity of the sketch lines. Or use the pop art effect to turn you and your friends into comic book characters!
For a more magical and nostalgic mood, try the many filters in Distressed FX. What’s more, you can combine filters to create a unique effect, turning any ordinary selfie or travel photo into a fairy tale or otherworldly scene.
Another app that comes with handy tools for creating a one-of-a-kind album is Canva.
With Canva you can have fun being creative as you make truly unique photo edits or collages. Choose from an extensive library of stylish templates, objects and backgrounds, then add text or frames to your liking.