{"id":24087,"date":"2025-04-08T22:23:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T12:23:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/?p=24087"},"modified":"2025-04-08T22:23:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T12:23:59","slug":"photobook-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/?p=24087","title":{"rendered":"Photobook Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”2208.6px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

At tonight’s club meeting, we watched this video on the use of PhotobookShop software prepared by Greg:<\/p>\n

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https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1-KshwhaX7M1n-kMd1qoK1-soU2NktdQf\/view?usp=share_link<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Go to PhotobookShop website (www.photobookshop.com.au<\/a>)
\u2022 Join up
\u2022 Download the Desktop Designer by clicking the Download Our Software link at the very bottom of page or this direct link: www.photobookshop.com.au\/index\/download<\/a>
\u2022 Choose the PC Version or MAC Version of the Desktop Designer as required.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Start your photobook” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Create a blank book<\/strong>
\u2022 Open the software
\u2022 (Click NEW to Create a New project)
\u2022 Choose Category – Photobooks \u2013 Standard Collections
\u2022 Choose Product Type – Standard Photobook Collection
\u2022 Choose Product \u2013 Standard 20cm x 20cm Softcover Photobook
\u2022 You may also be able to select 20 pages here\u2026
\u2022 Click Create Now
\u2022 Skip Wizard \/ Autoflow Assistant. Go Straight to the Editor
\u2022 Give your project a name
\u2022 The blank 20 or 24 page photobook will appear.
\u2022 If 24 pages, delete four pages (2 spreads) so that you have only 20 pages.
Add pictures<\/strong>
\u2022 Click on the + icon on the left panel (it is easiest if you have already collated your chosen images into a single folder.)
\u2022 Click the cog pulldown menu to adjust sort (eg by picture usage to make used images drop to the bottom of the list)<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Edit your photobook cover and first page” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Using the bottom panel<\/strong>
1. You can use the Page Styles tab on the bottom to apply a template your cover and pages, then delete or adjust the sizes and locations of the picture boxes to suit.
2. Use the Backgrounds tab if you wish to use add colour and textures to your pages
3. Use the Frames tab if you want that effect. It might work well on the cover, but simple white or black borders might be all you need on your pages (see below).
4. Use the Masks and Scrapbook tabs if you wish to add some fun elements but do so judiciously as they can take the focus away from your photos.<\/p>\n

The Right Panel:<\/strong>
\u2022 You can adjust the drop shadow and border styles of picture boxes
\u2022 Click the T icon to add text to your page and customise the format using the options on the panel.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Create subsequent pages” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

There are many options, such as
\u2022 Copy elements from previous pages, and paste them in (Ctrl+C to copy Ctrl+V to paste)
\u2022 Add pictures by dragging directly from the Pictures panel on the left
\u2022 Adjust your images as needed (click \u201cConstrain Portions\u201d option on the right panel ruler tab if you want to maintain the proportion of the picture box)
\u2022 Double click on the image to adjust what displays within the picture box
Tips:
\u2022 Be consistent with your design
\u00a0\u00a0 o If you use a 5mm white border, apply it to all images (shift click to select multiple images then set the border)
\u00a0\u00a0 o Use a consistent font and size for captions throughout your book.
\u2022 If you want full page image, ensure the picture box extends a little past the dashed red \u201cprint safe\u201d line
\u2022 Remember to click Save regularly as you go!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Finish your book” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

\u2022 Click Preview (an eye \/ green play button) to see your finished book
\u2022 Click Add To Cart
\u2022 Error messages indicate if a box is empty or you\u2019ve enlarged an image so much it will be grainy. You can go back to check the listed pages if you need to make adjustments.
\u2022 Click Continue to proceed to cart
\u2022 Check settings are OK, then click Checkout Now
\u2022 Agree to disclaimer and click Start
\u2022 This opens the PhotobookShop site. Log into your account if not already logged in.
\u2022 Click Proceed to Cart
\u2022 Click Checkout
\u2022 Choose STANDARD processing time and Standard Premium Delivery. Click Continue
\u2022 Enter Voucher code and click APPLY. Then your TOTAL should be $0
Your images will then upload to the PhotobookShop site for printing.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Key Dates” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

30th April: Pay the club for your voucher
30th September: Submit your book to PhotobookShop for printing
14th October: Provide printed books to Greg at the meeting
11th November: Judging.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

At tonight’s club meeting, we watched this video on the use of PhotobookShop software prepared by Greg:   https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1-KshwhaX7M1n-kMd1qoK1-soU2NktdQf\/view?usp=share_link     \u2022 Go to PhotobookShop website (www.photobookshop.com.au)\u2022 Join up\u2022 Download the Desktop Designer by clicking the Download Our Software link at the very bottom of page or this direct link: www.photobookshop.com.au\/index\/download\u2022 Choose the PC Version […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":24091,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\n

At tonight's club meeting, we will watch this video on the use of PhotobookShop software prepared by Greg:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summary of the points made in Greg's video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Create an account
\u2022 Go to PhotobookShop website (www.photobookshop.com.au)
\u2022 Join up
\u2022 Download the Desktop Designer by clicking the Download Our Software link at the very bottom of page or this direct link: www.photobookshop.com.au\/index\/download
\u2022 Choose the PC Version or MAC Version of the Desktop Designer as required.
Start your photobook
Create a blank book
\u2022 Open the software
\u2022 (Click NEW to Create a New project)
\u2022 Choose Category - Photobooks \u2013 Standard Collections
\u2022 Choose Product Type - Standard Photobook Collection
\u2022 Choose Product \u2013 Standard 20cm x 20cm Softcover Photobook
\u2022 You may also be able to select 20 pages here\u2026
\u2022 Click Create Now
\u2022 Skip Wizard \/ Autoflow Assistant. Go Straight to the Editor
\u2022 Give your project a name
\u2022 The blank 20 or 24 page photobook will appear.
\u2022 If 24 pages, delete four pages (2 spreads) so that you have only 20 pages.
Add pictures
\u2022 Click on the + icon on the left panel (it is easiest if you have already collated your chosen images into a single folder.)
\u2022 Click the cog pulldown menu to adjust sort (eg by picture usage to make used images drop to the bottom of the list)
Edit your photobook cover and first page
Using the bottom panel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  1. You can use the Page Styles tab on the bottom to apply a template your cover and pages, then delete or adjust the sizes and locations of the picture boxes to suit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Use the Backgrounds tab if you wish to use add colour and textures to your pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Use the Frames tab if you want that effect. It might work well on the cover, but simple white or black borders might be all you need on your pages (see below).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Use the Masks and Scrapbook tabs if you wish to add some fun elements but do so judiciously as they can take the focus away from your photos.
    \u2003
    The Right Panel:
    \u2022 You can adjust the drop shadow and border styles of picture boxes
    \u2022 Click the T icon to add text to your page and customise the format using the options on the panel.
    Create subsequent pages
    There are many options, such as
    \u2022 Copy elements from previous pages, and paste them in (Ctrl+C to copy Ctrl+V to paste)
    \u2022 Add pictures by dragging directly from the Pictures panel on the left
    \u2022 Adjust your images as needed (ensure you have clicked \u201cConstrain Portions\u201d option on the right panel ruler tab to ensure you don\u2019t distort your images by accident)
    \u2022 Double click on the image to adjust what displays within the picture box
    Tips:
    \u2022 Be consistent with your design
    o If you use a 5mm white border, apply it to all images (shift click to select multiple images then set the border)
    o Use a consistent font and size for captions throughout your book.
    \u2022 If you want full page image, ensure the picture box extends a little past the dashed red \u201cprint safe\u201d line
    \u2022 Remember to click Save regularly as you go!
    Finish your book
    \u2022 Click Preview (an eye \/ green play button) to see your finished book
    \u2022 Click Add To Cart
    \u2022 Error messages indicate if a box is empty or you\u2019ve enlarged an image so much it will be grainy. You can go back to check the listed pages if you need to make adjustments.
    \u2022 Click Continue to proceed to cart
    \u2022 Check settings are OK, then click Checkout Now
    \u2022 Agree to disclaimer and click Start
    \u2022 This opens the PhotobookShop site. Log into your account if not already logged in.
    \u2022 Click Proceed to Cart
    \u2022 Click Checkout
    \u2022 Choose STANDARD processing time and Standard Premium Delivery. Click Continue
    \u2022 Enter Voucher code and click APPLY. Then your TOTAL should be $0
    Your images will then upload to the PhotobookShop site for printing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Key dates:
    30th April Pay the club for your voucher
    30th September Submit your book to PhotobookShop for printing
    14th October Provide printed books to Greg at the meeting
    November Judging.<\/p>\n","_et_gb_content_width":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":true,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[21],"tags":[65,95,149],"class_list":["post-24087","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activity-report","tag-activity-night","tag-competitions","tag-photobooks"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photobooks.jpg","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p6XlND-6gv","jetpack-related-posts":[],"jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24087"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=24087"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24087\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24109,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24087\/revisions\/24109"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/24091"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=24087"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=24087"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bendigocameraclub.org.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=24087"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}