FAQs
1. What is the difference between a photo collage, personalized photo collage and general theme collage?
The photo collage is created from photos you send.
The personalized collage is created not only from your photos; we add items and mementos to the collage as well. We will provide you with a Collagery questionnaire and you fill out the pertinent items pertaining to the collage recipient. Based on your questionnaire, we incorporate the generic items (i.e., golf ball, sports logos, miniature food/drink, etc.) . You can also send personal items that you would like us to add (i.e., business cards, newspaper articles, vacation souvenirs, etc.)
The general theme collage is designed for someone who has a passion for something, i.e., a sports fan aficionado, or a collector of music or movie memorabilia. We provide the pictures based on the subject you want. These collages will also include items and mementos relating to the theme requested.
All our collages are 3 dimensional in design.
2. What makes your collages 3D?
We achieve our “3D” look by “raising” at least half of the pictures on the collage, while keeping the other pictures flat. Because of the 3D nature of our collages, there is no glass covering the collages. They are sealed with a high quality coating which preserves the pictures for a lifetime of viewing pleasure.
3. For photo collages, what type of pictures should be included?
For anniversary or birthday collages, you want to send us pictures through the years, as you want to capture the memories associated with them. A birth of a child, graduation, birthday celebrations,bar/bat mitzvah, Christmas, vacation spots, a momentous achievement, etc., are some ideas to include in the collage. Personalize your collage further by adding special memorable things between you and the gift recipient, i.e., a nickname, a personality trait, a favorite quote he/she might say.
4. Do you need original photos and are they returned? What about digital photos?
Because of the nature of our collages,the photos you send are incorporated into the collage artwork and are not returnable. You can send us originals or copies made at any photocopy store (note: they must be on photo-quality paper). For digital photos, you can zip the files and send it to us (please note that we will add the additional cost of printing the photos to your order). Please do not send copies of any copyrighted photos without expressed permission from the photographer.
5. How do I determine how many photos to send? What is your pricing?
Please refer to our Info and Pricing page.
6. Do you have custom sizes if I want to send you more than 50 pictures?
Absolutely. Please contact us and we will give you a quote.
7. Is there an extra charge for framing or the brass plate message?
Your collage pricing includes a black frame and a 2-3 line brass plate message. We offer other wood frame colors at an additional price.
8. What payment options do you accept?
We accept payment from all major credit cards, Paypal, and personal checks made payable to Collagery (checks must clear before shipment of collage). Our encrypted shopping cart makes your purchase with us easy and secure.
9. How do I place my order?
Go to our shopping cart and place your order under “Custom Orders”. Please check the particulars that pertain to the collage that you are ordering. If you wish to mail the order form with your mailed photos/and or items, please print it out and include it with your package.
10. What is the process in sending you my photos?
Photos can be sent to us digitally or by mail. Please refer to our Info and Pricing page.
11. When can I expect to receive my collage?
Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. If your collage is time-sensitive, please let us know and we will endeavor to meet your deadline.
Customer Accolades
Joanne Schmidt, Huntington, NY
Dad’s birthday was a huge success and absolutely loved his collage. He was truly awed at how it represented his whole life!…He said he’s going to treasure it! Everyone kept saying that it’s truly a work of art the way you weave a story with the photos and the items…I’m so thrilled that I found you!
Helene Berkowitz, Stephens City, VA
You did a fantastic job! The collage is so perfect. The Yankees are alive and well on our wall in Morris’ office. This is the second collage we’ve gotten from you. Both show their topics so wonderfully. Once again, thanks for the memory maker!
Donna Tischfield, Martinsville, NJ
I just received the collage and it is absolutely beautiful! Everything arrived in perfect shape. Plan on using you again in the future! Thank you and it was a pleasure working with you
Tremendous job! Al Michaels
I can’t tell you how much Al and I loved the collage. We look at it over and over again. He is so proud of it and shows it off every chance he gets. We get so many compliments on your excellent work. It’s so unique and we especially love the fact that no one has seen anything like it…You are very friendly, warm, creative and so easy to work with. I could always count on you and trusted your good work throughout the project.
Linda Michaels (wife of sportscaster Al Michaels)
Regina Sual, San Francisco, CA
I wanted to formally thank you for the wonderful work you did on my parents’ anniversary collage. I received so many compliments on it as well as countless queries. Everyone loved the collage and the guests couldn’t stop talking about it, but the most impressed were my parents. They absolutely loved the art work and can’t get over the 3D effect of the collage. Add us on your list of very satisfied and grateful clients. Thank you!
Marie Shriver
Arnold and I would both like to thank you for the wonderful collages you have designed for us in the past few years. Your 4′x7′ collage depicting Arnold’s life hangs prominently in the reception area of his production office and is the focal point for everyone who enters. I can’t tell you how many people have admired it and asked where I had it made.It has always been such a pleasure working with you.