- 1). Choose a method for sorting the photos. For themed displays, such as nature or travel exhibits, sort the photos according to subject matter or location. For displays of work by local artists, sort the photos according to the photographer. For historical works or photos of people, sort the photos in chronological order.
- 2). Choose an organizational system for sorting the photos. For larger photo collections, use large envelopes, file folders or cardboard boxes. For small photos, use a card file designed for photos or index cards.
- 3). Pick a large table or empty floor space where you can spread out the photos. Since it may take some time to sort the photos if you have a large collection, try to find a space where you can leave the photos undisturbed for some time, without worrying about them getting stepped on or damaged.
- 4). Make stacks of photos for each theme, date or photographer. If you have a large quantity of photos to sort, make fairly general stacks first. This can also give you a better idea of the types of photos you have and how best to sort them.
- 5). Sort each stack in greater detail, if desired. For example, after you’ve made stacks according to photographer, you might want to sort the photographer’s work by location, theme, date or even color. For event photos, such as wedding or historical photos, you might want to put the photos for each event in chronological order according to the date or time.
- 6). Label the envelopes, folders, boxes or card file and place the photos inside. You can leave the photos sorted for later use, or put them into albums right away.
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