You spent the morning getting your brand photographed. The light was good. The images are gorgeous. You downloaded the gallery, maybe posted one on LinkedIn, and then, the rest of the photos went into a folder you'll get back to someday.
Sound familiar?
I've been thinking about this a lot lately, because I recently had a set of tiny books printed from my own branding session images, and I haven't been able to stop thinking about the possibilities for them.
What Is a Tiny Portfolio, Exactly?
A tiny book is exactly what it sounds like: a hardcover photo album about the size of a large postage stamp (1.7 x 1.5 inches, to be precise). Each one holds 23 photos, they come in sets of 3, and they're embedded with a magnet so they live on your fridge, your filing cabinet, or a little pine bookshelf on your desk.
I made mine with a mix of images from a recent branding session -- the kind of shots that show what I do and who I am, not just a single headshot. The result is a tiny, tangible version of my brand that I can hold in my hand. I print them from The Social Print Studio. I also ordered an adorable bookshelf to store them on. Also, they are magnetic, so they stick together and to the fridge.
Which turns out to be kind of a big deal.
Why Print Matters for Your Brand
Here's something I've noticed after years of photographing Raleigh professionals: the people who get the most out of a branding session are the ones who actually use the images.
Not just online. In person.
Think about your last networking event or client meeting. You probably handed over a business card. Maybe you followed up with a LinkedIn connection request. But what if you could leave someone with a tiny, beautifully printed book of your brand? Something they'd actually keep -- stick on their fridge, show their colleague, pull out of their pocket to explain what they do?
That's the thing about print. It creates a moment of connection that a digital gallery link simply doesn't.
How This Works as a Session Add-On
After your branding session with me, you'll have a gallery full of images to choose from. I can help you select the 23 that best tell your story and walk you through creating your tiny books through Social Print Studio -- the lab I use and trust. A set of 3 runs $36, printed on archival matte paper and made in the USA.
Keep one on your desk. Give one to a client. Tuck one in your bag for your next conference or trade show.
It's a leave-behind that's actually worth keeping.
Who This Is For
If you're a consultant, coach, stylist, designer, real estate agent, or any professional who meets clients in person, this is for you. You've already invested in your brand photography. A tiny portfolio is the low-cost, high-impact way to put those images to work off-screen.
It's also a surprisingly good gift for yourself. After putting in the work of a branding session, there's something satisfying about holding your brand in your hands.
A Few Last Thoughts
Your branding photos shouldn't live in a folder. They should be out in the world, making the impression you worked to create.
The tiny portfolio won't replace your website or your LinkedIn profile. But it might be the thing people remember long after the business card gets lost.
Ready to book your branding session and put together your tiny portfolio? Get in touch here. Or browse the Tiny Books at Social Print Studio to see what you'd be working with.
