There’s something special about getting the right people in a room together and our recent lab onsite in Edmonton, Alberta, was a perfect example of that. Hosted in partnership with the incredible team at Technicare, the day brought together current clients, industry partners, and potential new clients for a day filled with high energy, plenty of laughs, and meaningful collaboration. One of the highlights of the day was the opportunity to have open and honest conversations about some of the concerns and obstacles currently facing the industry. From navigating operational challenges to identifying opportunities for sustainable growth, we discussed practical tools and strategies that can help mitigate risk, improve efficiency, and set studios and labs up for continued success. These conversations are a great reminder that innovation isn’t just about new technology, it’s about understanding what our clients are experiencing and finding better ways to support them. Kalyn Showcased what makes Workflow such a versatile solution and highlight some of the exciting new capabilities our team has put in place. It was a great chance to demonstrate how Workflow can adapt to the evolving needs of labs and studios, while helping teams streamline their processes, manage risk, and create new opportunities for growth. Seeing the conversations and ideas sparked by the demo was one of the best parts of the day! We also had the pleasure of connecting with Kelly from our marketing team, who shared insights into the trends our studios have been seeing and explored different ways businesses can leverage those trends to drive revenue. From understanding changing customer expectations to identifying new opportunities within the market, the conversation highlighted the importance of staying curious, staying connected, and being willing to adapt. A huge thank you to the entire Technicare team for their continued partnership and for everything they did to make this event such a success. Your hospitality, collaboration, and enthusiasm helped create an environment where great conversations could happen, ideas could be shared, and relationships could grow. We truly appreciate the partnership and look forward to everything we’ll continue to accomplish together. And keep your eyes out… you never know when we might be coming to a lab near you! 👀

When parents shop for school photos, they're not just buying prints. They're choosing the photos that will hang on their walls, sit on grandparents' desks, and become part of their family's memories for years to come. Yet until now, one part of the online shopping experience has remained surprisingly impersonal. Parents browse beautiful products, but many of those product previews are displayed using generic placeholder images, often featuring a child they've never met. They understand it's an example, but they still have to imagine what that framed print, canvas, or package will actually look like with their own child's photo. It's a small moment of uncertainty. And in online shopping, small moments matter. Today, we're excited to introduce Dynamic Display Images , a new feature in Captura Workflow that automatically displays each shopper's own photo on eligible product and package previews throughout your online shop. Instead of asking families to imagine the finished product, you can now show it to them. https://youtu.be/HkJP735s1mI A more personal shopping experience School photography has always been personal. Every gallery tells a different story, and every family is shopping for something that matters to them. Dynamic Display Images help bring that experience to life by automatically placing each shopper's selected photo into supported product previews. Whether they're browsing an 8×10 print, a framed portrait, a premium package, or another eligible product, they'll see their own child's image displayed within your custom design. The result is a shopping experience that feels more personal, more engaging, and more relevant from the very first click. Why it matters Parents make purchasing decisions visually. The easier it is to picture the finished product, the easier it is to feel confident about buying it. By replacing generic placeholders with personalized previews, Dynamic Display Images help you: Create a more engaging online shopping experience. Help families better visualize the products they're purchasing. Reduce confusion around product and package previews. Present a more polished, premium storefront. Showcase your products exactly as you intended. It's a simple change that helps your shop feel more modern and more customer-focused. 👉 Read the Dynamic Display Images Help Guide Designed to save studios time Dynamic Display Images aren't just better for parents; they're better for studios too. Previously, creating professional product previews often meant building and maintaining separate display graphics for products across multiple price sheets. Now, you simply create a display template in Designer, assign it to your eligible products or packages, and Workflow automatically personalizes each preview using the shopper's selected image. Even better, those templates can be reused across multiple products and price sheets, making it easier to keep your storefront looking consistent while reducing ongoing setup time. It's one of those features that's quick to configure but continues delivering value throughout the season. See it in action As parents browse your shop, Dynamic Display Images automatically update to reflect the image they've selected in their gallery. Instead of a generic sample image, they'll see: Their child's photo inside a framed print. Their image featured within a package layout. Personalized previews across supported products. It's a subtle change that creates a much more intuitive shopping experience. Getting started Setting up Dynamic Display Images is straightforward. Create a display template in Designer. Add an image node where you'd like the shopper's photo to appear. Assign that template as the Dynamic Display Image for an eligible product or package on your price sheet. Save and sync your changes. From there, Workflow automatically generates personalized previews for every shopper visiting your store. If you're already using Designer, you'll feel right at home. Get ready for your fall season As studios prepare for one of the busiest times of the year, now is the perfect opportunity to refresh your online shop. We recommend starting with your highest-selling products and packages, then expanding Dynamic Display Images across the rest of your catalogue over time. Because templates can be reused, a little setup now can improve the shopping experience for every family throughout the season. Frequently asked questions Do Dynamic Display Images replace custom display images? For supported products, yes. Dynamic Display Images remove the need for generic placeholder graphics by automatically displaying each shopper's own photo. You can still use custom display images where they make the most sense, such as promotional graphics or during pre-order. Can I use the same display template on multiple products? Absolutely. Create your template once in Designer and reuse it across as many eligible products and packages as you'd like. Will Dynamic Display Images appear during pre-order? During pre-order, your shop will continue using your custom or default display images. Dynamic Display Images become available once images are present and the job is no longer in pre-order. Start creating personalized product previews today The best online shopping experiences don't ask customers to imagine what they're buying—they help them see it. Dynamic Display Images bring your products to life, create a more personalized experience for every family, and make it easier than ever to showcase the quality of your work. If you're ready to start using Dynamic Display Images, our Help Center guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from creating your first display template to assigning it to your products. 👉 Read the Dynamic Display Images Help Guide

What's Captura + Stripe Capital? It's a financing program designed specifically for Captura users. Think of it as flexible funding when you need it most, whether that's growing your business, hiring help, or getting through the slower months. How do you determine who qualifies for an offer? Eligibility is determined based on a combination of factors, including overall sales volume and history with Captura. Eligible US businesses will receive an email and Express Dashboard notification if they have an offer available. Do I have to pay interest? No, you’ll pay one flat fee that doesn’t change. You won’t pay any interest on top of this fee. Will applying for an offer affect my personal credit rating? Applying for financing through Stripe Capital might require a personal credit check under some circumstances, but this credit check doesn’t impact your personal credit score. If a personal credit check is required you’ll be notified during the application process. All offers are determined based on a number of factors, including order volume and your history of orders through Captura. Can I request a different offer amount? When you log into your Stripe Capital + Captura Dashboard, you can use a slider to choose a custom amount (up to the maximum offer amount). The financing fee and payment rate adjust based on the amount you choose. When do I need to pay the flat fee? You’ll automatically pay the flat fee through a percentage of your sales until the total amount financed is repaid. The fee isn’t charged up-front. How does payment work? Payment is collected automatically through a percentage of your [Platform Name] sales as they’re processed which means you pay down more when business is busy and less if things slow down. As long as you meet your minimum payment requirement, what you pay each day adjusts to your sales. What’s a minimum payment? For loans, a minimum payment is the minimum amount that you’re expected to repay every payment period. That period will be determined during underwriting and based on the total term of your loan offer. If your automatic payments don’t meet this minimum, you’ll be required to pay the remaining amount at the end of the period. You can view your minimum payment amount in the Dashboard or in your loan agreement. How do I make my minimum payment? If your payments deducted from sales cover the minimum payment requirement for payment period, no action will be taken. If you’ve not met the minimum payment amount by the end of the payment period, for loans, Stripe will automatically debit your bank account or account balance the balance needed to meet your minimum payment. There’s no action needed on your part. After I accept an offer, how quickly will I get my funds? If your application is approved, you’ll see the funds in your bank account typically in as soon as 2 business days. To make sure that funds are disbursed successfully, you must set a valid bank account as your primary payout method. Can I have my Capital funds paid out to a card? We currently don’t support disbursal of funds to a card. To make sure that funds are disbursed successfully, you must set a valid bank account as your primary payout method. What happens when my offer expires? Each offer is available for 30 days. After that point, your business will automatically be re-evaluated to see if you’re eligible for an additional offer. Can I repay my financing early? Yes, you can make additional payments or pay the total amount financed in full at any point by clicking the ‘Make Payment’ button in your Dashboard. There are no additional fees for early payment. Will repaying early qualify me for a new offer? After you repay the total amount financed, we’ll automatically evaluate you for a new offer. Repaying early doesn’t automatically qualify you for a new offer. How should I report these funds on my taxes? Tax reporting is often dependent on your specific situation, so we encourage you to talk with a tax advisor to ensure appropriate accounting. In general, Stripe Capital funds wouldn’t be considered taxable income at the time of receipt, and the amounts withheld to satisfy your obligations aren’t tax deductible. Who can I contact to learn more about the Stripe Capital program? If you have additional questions about how our financing program through Stripe Capital works, you can contact our partners at capital+support@stripe.com . For additional questions not listed on here, please contact capital+support@stripe.com .

New Workflow Release v2026.1.4    We’ve rolled out a Workflow update designed to give your team more control and quick access to the data you need—so you can handle customer requests faster and with more confidence. New Features Digital Download Control We’ve made updates to how digital downloads are managed in Workflow—giving your team more control and reducing confusion for your customers.   What’s new: Disable download links when needed You can now turn off access to a digital download after an order is released. This is especially helpful when handling refunds or resolving quality concerns—so you stay in control of what’s delivered. This is available for users with the Launch > Release Orders (Add/Edit/Delete) permission. See download activity at a glance A new tooltip in Order Fulfillment shows whether a download link is active or disabled, along with the date and time files were accessed. No more guessing—just clear visibility when you need it. Clearer messaging for shoppers We’ve improved how we communicate when a digital download isn’t ready yet, helping reduce confusion and cut down on support requests. Improvements Workflow Subject Search: Improved the search functionality so consistent results are returned across queries. Sheet View: Added the ability to reorganize or hide columns. The Shop Introduced a new safeguard to help prevent images from being captured via screenshots on desktop devices. Learn more .

Big update on the way that's going to save you time and drive more revenue. We're rolling out auto-attached abandoned cart campaigns across the Captura ecosystem. That means every job you create will automatically have follow-up campaigns running from day one. No setup, no extra steps, no gaps. Here's why this matters: jobs with campaigns attached see about 20% higher average order value. But right now, 38% of galleries don't have a campaign attached. Not because the strategy isn't there, but because it's easy to miss a step when things get busy. This update removes that gap entirely. Every job covered. Every parent followed up with. Every opportunity captured. Read the full blog post for more details. Questions? Reach out at studiomarketing@captura.io or connect with your marketing strategist. We're here to help.

New Workflow Release v2026.1.3   🚀   This update focuses on making everyday production a little smoother. We’ve introduced new improvements to AI Cropping , giving you better control and more consistent results when preparing images for products and print. We’ve also resolved some small issues across Workflow to keep things running reliably during your spring season. New Features AI Crop Workflow now supports  3/4 cropping , making it easier to automate crops for seniors and sports. The updated crop setup keeps things simple with  ratio-based cropping ,  helpful preview images for different poses , and  optional advanced controls  when you need more precision—so you can spend less time manually cropping and move images to sale faster. Learn more  here .

🌟 Get the Most Out of Your Captura Community Experience Welcome to the Captura Community! 🎉 Here’s how to get the maximum value from the space: 🧑‍💼 Add Your Studio or Lab Name Add your studio or lab name in your profile so we know who you are — this helps us offer personalized perks, incentives, and tailored support as you participate. 📸 Upload a Photo Upload a photo so other members can put a face to your name and build stronger connections within the community. 🔔 Enable Notifications Turn on community notifications so you get alerts about new announcements, events, answered questions, and shared product ideas — you’ll stay informed in a way that works for you. Bevy supports customized notification preferences and digest options. 💬 Be Active & Engage Don’t hesitate to start a conversation — ask questions, share your experiences, and help others. Join groups that match your interests and expertise. Register for events to connect live with other members and Captura teams. 😊 Have Fun & Connect This is your space to learn, connect, and grow — the more you engage, the more valuable the experience becomes for you and others. Looking forward to seeing you in the Captura community!

We just published our Spring Studio Marketing Guide with the full lineup of seasonal campaigns from Valentine's Day through the July archive push. Quick highlights: All campaign dates and promo details for spring 2026 in one spot How marketing banners and pricing visibility impact conversion Reminder that you can edit campaigns to make quick adjustments when needed Best results come from attaching campaigns intentionally to the jobs that make sense—timely and relevant beats constant promotion. And don't forget your marketing banners and pricing visibility—they work together with emails to create a seamless experience that converts faster. For more bet practices checkout our Spring Marketing Prep Checklist . Questions? Reach out to your Marketing Strategist or email studiomarketing@captura.io

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQw_QLwfk-s You’ve told us it’s been hard to stay connected. Hard to get answers. Hard to see how other studios are really doing it. We hear you. That’s about to change. The Captura Community is here—and it’s being built with studios, not behind closed doors. This is a dedicated space where your ideas don’t disappear. You share them. You upvote them. And together, studios help shape what gets built next. Ask a question and get a real answer—fast. See real workflows from studios like yours. Join live events shaped by what studios are actually asking for. Nothing generic. Nothing one-size-fits-all. Segmented groups keep conversations relevant. Shared input keeps the platform moving in the right direction. This isn’t just a community you join. It’s one you help build. Glad you're here.