Managing Our Postcard Collections

[Tyler Hannigan]

All suggestions and comments are welcome here ?

Ty Hannigan here. -- Here is what I do (currently)

1st:

I scan new postcards when they arrive and file the image in my computer under the artist's name. I keep the artist's name under a file called IUOMA or Mail Art. I also maintain a sub-file for the postcards I've sent the artist. Lately I've started putting the year (21,22,23,24) in front of the postcard's name.

2nd:

I use loose leaf binders to hold the cards. There are clear photo sleeves available with 2 or 3 compartments which will hold  standard postcards. Larger postcards will need additional handling.

3rd:

I also keep a record of when I receive or send a postcard in the binders.

 4th:

At any time I can review & enjoy the collection. It's like going into a gallery or museum.