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NEW! Products in Miller's Pic-A-Pac

Julie Brown — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:44:00 GMT

Just released – fun, new products in the Miller’s Pic-A-Pac line! All are now available in Miller’s Remote Studio.

Temporary Tattoos: A great way to show school spirit! Create your own custom page of tattoos, or drop team mascots and logos into the provided layouts. They’re easy to place and can last up to three days. Learn More

Water Bottles: Our new Water Bottles hold up to fifteen ounces; even better, they include a compartment, perfect for keys and money when at the ball field. Customize with your client’s image and up to three lines of text. Learn More

Small Clings: Our new Small Clings are an affordable alternative to our popular Wall Clings. Small Clings are 7-inch precut circles. Drop in your image, and select from our sports templates, which run along the border of the cling. Learn More

If already installed, Remote Studio will automatically update with all new products once launched. Don't have Remote Studio on your PC? Download Now

New Pic-A-Pac products will be added to our Mac ordering solution at a later date. For an immediate solution, please contact Customer Service.

Announcing Miller's book{m}

Julie Brown — Wed, 27 May 2009 22:20:00 GMT

Sign up for book{m}, Miller’s NEW appointment management tool designed for professional photographers. book{m} allows you to easily coordinate your studio schedule online. Start by creating your calendar, specifying your availability for each day of the week. Define the types of sessions you shoot so that your clients can choose the sitting and date they’re interested in. Accept payment for the session fee as your clients are booking their appointments. Then remind them of their sessions via email a few days out. Arranging client appointments has never been easier…and it’s FREE for all Miller’s customers! Learn more about book{m} now.

25% OFF Fine Art Acrylics

Julie Brown — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:02:00 GMT

We couldn’t leave the Fine Art Acrylics out of our introductory specials line-up…so now through April 26th, you’ll receive 25% off all Acrylic orders! Unlike the Fine Art Metals and Fine Art Murals, your image is printed directly on acrylic, creating a vibrant piece of art, perfect for colorful images. Sizes include 16x16, 16x23.5, 19.5x19.5, and 19.5x23.5. Fine Art Acrylics are available to order in Miller’s Remote Suite PLUS Gallery Wrap and Fine Art. Learn more about Miller's new Fine Art Acrylics here.

25% OFF Fine Art Metals

Julie Brown — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:53:00 GMT

There’s no better time to order one of our new Fine Art Metals. Now through April 12th, take advantage of our introductory special – 25% off all Fine Art Metals! They’re great for contemporary or modern displays with images printed directly on the face of brushed aluminum boxes. Sizes include 16x16, 16x23.5, 19.5x19.5, and 19.5x23.5. Turnaround time is typically just two to three days. Place your order today through Miller’s new Remote Suite PLUS Gallery Wrap and Fine Art.

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Introducing Remote Suite PLUS Gallery Wrap and Fine Art!

Julie Brown — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:10:00 GMT

We just released Miller’s Remote Suite PLUS Gallery Wrap and Fine Art application! PC and Mac compatible, it’s the easiest way to order Miller’s Gallery Wraps and Fine Art products. A few features include…

…Fast and Easy Ordering. Import your images, select product size and options, and transmit your order. Typing out lengthy instructions is no longer necessary – just click a few buttons and go!

…Pricing and Balance Display. View product and services pricing within the software, as well as total order balance, prior to placing your order.

…Gallery Wrap Guides. Gallery Wrap guides are displayed in the application so you see can exactly where your image will wrap.

…New Console. Once Remote Suite PLUS is launched, a new start-up console will open where you can either create a new order, change your software settings, or view your most recent orders.

Not only will you find new features in Remote Suite PLUS, you’ll also find new products. Our Fine Art Acrylics, Fine Art Metals, and Fine Art Metals (pictured below) are a stunning way to display your images, turning them into contemporary works of art! Depending on which product you select, images are printed on either acrylic or brushed aluminum. Find out more here.

If you've previously installed Remote Suite PLUS, it will automatically update with the latest changes, including the new console and Gallery Wrap and Fine Art application. Don't have Remote Suite PLUS installed? Download it now.

Come See Us in Vegas!

Julie Brown — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:14:00 GMT

After making stops in Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, and Connecticut, the Miller’s Convention Team is looking forward to spending a few days in Vegas at WPPI. Festivities for Miller’s officially begin on Monday, February 16th at the tradeshow – drop by to see us in booth #601! We’ll be displaying all of our products, including new Album cover options and Impression Cases, as well as unveiling some new Fine Art products. More information on the new Fine Art options will soon be posted at millerslab.com | What’s New.

You can also register for the Miller’s $100K Charity Program in the booth. If your name is drawn, we’ll give you $1,000 to give to your favorite charity in your name. A total of $15,000 will be given throughout the convention – don’t miss your chance to sign up!

Members of the Miller’s Speaker Team will be sharing valuable ideas and marketing tips in the booth throughout each day of the convention. Sessions include:

Monday, February 16
11:00 AM JB & DeEtte Sallee
12:00 PM Damon Tucci
1:00 PM Tom Bagby & Kristen McGill
2:00 PM Marilyn Sholin
3:00 PM TriCoast Photography

Tuesday, February 17
11:00 AM TriCoast Photography
12:00 PM Terrell Lloyd
1:00 PM Sherri Ebert
2:00 PM Tom Bagby & Kristen McGill
3:00 PM JB & DeEtte Sallee

Wednesday, February 18
11:00 AM JB & DeEtte Sallee
12:00 PM Ray Prevost
1:00 PM TriCoast Photography
2:00 PM Damon Tucci

Looking for something to do outside of the tradeshow? Miller’s is proud to sponsor the WPPI Town Hall, where our very own Jim Jamison will be discussing the future of photography with other industry leaders and top professional photographers. Additionally, Miller’s is sponsoring speakers in a number of platform programs, including Terrell Lloyd, JB and DeEtte Sallee, Damon Tucci, and Sherri Ebert. To read more about their programs and see when they’re scheduled, click here.

Safe travels to all who plan on joining us in Vegas. We look forward to seeing you there!

Accordion Wallet Books -- 2009 Professional Photographer Magazine best new product!

Jason Becking — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:42:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce that our Accordion Wallet Books have been chose for a 2009 Hot One Award. Hot One Awards are given by Professional Photographer magazine to the "best new products" for professional photographers each year.

Accordion Wallet Books, available through Miller's Press, are not only a great addition to current Wedding, Children, and Senior portrait packages, but can also be used as a studio marketing piece. They're offered in two sizes (3x3" and 2.5x3.5"), have 17 different colorful cover options, and 4 paper type options (Smooth Cover, Linen, Pearl, and Watercolor). The books open to display either individual panel images or panoramic spreads.

New Stuff!

Jason Becking — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:52:00 GMT

We're excited to introduce new stuff! All is now available in Miller's Remote Studio and will be coming soon to our Online Ordering Options.

We now offer fully cusomizable Impression Cases for Proofs and Flush Mount Albums -- a fabulous way to present those products. We've also added 11 new cover options for the Flush Mount Albums -- some additional acrylic cover options and 6 exotic leather options.

For both Albums and Books, we've added new rectangular sizes. 4x5, 4x6, 6x9, 8x10, and 8x12 LayFlat Albums and Books are available. Combine a Flush Mount Album with one of the new sizes for the Companion discount.

Our Pic-A-Pac area now offers both Wall Clings and Ornaments. The ornaments are also available through the Undergrad ordering option.

We hope you enjoy these new offerings. Keep watching for additional new products coming soon! If installed, Remote Studio will automatically update with all the new products when you launch it. You can download your copy of Remote Studio here.

Imaging USA, January 11 – 13

Julie Brown — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:49:00 GMT

We’re on the move again, here at Miller’s, stopping in at cities all over the U.S. during the 2009 convention season. After a terrific time at SPA this past weekend, we’re now heading to Phoenix for Imaging USA. Be sure to come by the Miller’s booth (#1315) where we’ll be:

Displaying all of our products, including some new additions to the Miller’s line. We’ll soon be offering several new Flush Mount cover options, new Album and Book sizes, as well as Impression Cases for Albums and Proofs. Stay tuned to What’s New at millerslab.com as we'll soon be rolling out more information.

Handing out another $15,000 through the Miller’s $100K Charity Program. Register at the Miller’s booth and if your name is drawn, you’ll win $1,000 to give to your favorite charity in your name.

Learning some fresh ideas from members of the Miller’s Speaker Team. Drop in for any of the scheduled sessions listed below.
Sunday, January 11th
12:30   JB & DeEtte Sallee
1:30    Ed Pedi
2:30    Mike Fulton & Cody Clinton
3:30    Michael Timmons
4:30    Sam Gardner

Monday, January 12
12:30   Mike Fulton & Cody Clinton
1:30   David Huntsman & Jessica Vogel
2:30   JB & DeEtte Sallee
3:30   Cary Garrison
4:30   Jenny Hollis

Tuesday, January 13th
9:30   Mike Fulton & Cody Clinton
10:30   Elizabeth & Trey Homan
11:30   JB & DeEtte Sallee
12:30   David Huntsman/Jessica Vogel

Outside of the booth, you can also catch Mike Fulton & Cody Clinton of TriCoast during their Miller’s-sponsored program Wireless Flash Tips & Tricks. They’ll be speaking about how they use simple but effective lighting to capture one of a kind images. Dave Huntsman and Jessica Vogel will be sharing how they increase traffic in their studios with specials, events, promotions, and hot new products. Join them during the Miller’s-sponsored Portraiture in Today’s World.

Finally, if you’re at Imaging USA, but need to check back in on things at home, simply drop by the Miller’s Internet Café, located in the Convention Center West Building, Room 106. Not only will OurPPA Forum members be meeting here, you too can stop in to take a look at email or visit your favorite blog.

We look forward to seeing you in just a couple of days. If you haven’t done so, be sure to download a free Imaging USA tradeshow pass now.

Digital Picture Frames and Media Now Available!

Julie Brown — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:57:00 GMT

Industry research shows that clients are interested in displaying professional content in a number of different ways - on social networking sites, media players, cell phones, and digital picture frames. We've recently added Digital Pictures Frames and Media to our product line, which allows you to creatively share your soft-copy images with clients, as well as give them the ability to display an assortment of their favorite photographs on the frame, whether they're portraits from a recent professional sitting or images they've captured personally.

We currently offer two Kodak Digital Frames and two Digital Media options, including a 1 GB USB thumb drive and a 1 GB SD card. Medium resolution images will be color-corrected and saved to the media option you have selected. If your studio logo is on file, you can apply it at no additional charge.

Our Frames and Media are only available when ordered as an add-on to Albums, Press Books, and Proofing orders in both Miller's Remote Studio and Album Quick Order. To check out more information about our Digital Picture Frames and Media, click here!

Introducing Miller's Album Quick Order

Julie Brown — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:24:00 GMT

We just released Miller’s PC and Mac compatible Album Quick Order! This new web application gives all users the ability to order from our wide selection of Albums and LayFlats. It’s a fast and easy ordering method because it’s intended for those that do their creative design in Photoshop before placing their orders. Once designs are complete, it’s as simple as selecting the product and options you want, uploading your images, and transmitting your order.

With the release of Album Quick Order, we’re also releasing several new product options! These are not only available in Album Quick Order, but also in Miller’s Remote Studio. New additions include:

Digital Picture Frames and Media:
Now available as an add-on when ordering Miller’s Albums, Press Books, or Proofing orders, our new Digital Picture Frames and Media are perfect if you’re currently selling images to your clients. Choose from two frame sizes and two media options.

New to Flush Mount Albums:
We’ve added a couple of new options to our Flush Mount Albums. While rounded corners for our Album pages used to be the standard, you can now select between round or square corners. When selecting square corners, finish it off with our high-end gold or silver gilding.

Pearl Paper – Miller’s LayFlat Press Books:
We’ve received rave reviews about our LayFlat Press Books, and they just got even better! We’re now offering Pearl paper as a selection for our LayFlat Books, in addition to our Smooth Cover Stock and Smooth with Gloss options.

Visit What’s New to learn more about these latest product additions!

NEW! Pearl Paper for Miller's LayFlat Press Books

Julie Brown — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:57:00 GMT

We’re still in the midst of testing Album Quick Order, but wanted to share one new option that will be available for our LayFlat Press Books. With the upcoming release, we’ll begin offering Pearl paper, in addition to our current Smooth and Smooth with Gloss paper types. Check out a couple of pictures of the new Pearl paper below:

This is just one of many options available for Miller's LayFlat Books. To learn more, click here!

Boutique Packaging in Miller's Online Ordering | Prints & Proofs

Julie Brown — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:18:00 GMT

Boutique Packaging (previously available in Miller's Remote Studio only) will now also be offered in Miller's Online Ordering | Prints & Proofs. Available this Monday, June 16th, you'll be able to select this option when ordering Prints 11x14 and smaller, as well as all Proof items. Click here to learn more.

25% Off Companion LayFlats

Julie Brown — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:40:00 GMT

For all those who took advantage of our LayFlat Press Book introductory special, we hope you (and your clients) are enjoying your order. Even though the 50% off sale ended on May 15^th, don’t forget. You'll still automatically receive 25% off both LayFlat Albums and Press Books when adding them as Companions to a Flush Mount Album. Just upload one design and place your order for any combination of Flush Mounts and LayFlats simultaneously. Learn More

Upgrade to Miller’s Remote Studio V4.4

Julie Brown — Mon, 12 May 2008 19:47:00 GMT

If you downloaded Remote Studio V3.92 last week, please note that we have released a fix to resolve all software issues. To upgrade to the new and improved V4.4, all that’s necessary is a simple download of a 9MB self-installing patch. This patch takes seconds to download and should fix all prior errors. Additionally, if you have yet to download the latest version of Miller’s Remote Studio, feel free to do so now for access to all new products Miller’s has to offer. Visit the Remote Studio section within the Customer Area to upgrade.