How to write on back of photos?

[mysticclare]

I've decided the first thing I need to do is organise my photos better!

I plan to put them in a box.

I'd like to make notes on the back of each about when, where and so on. So what kind of pen should I use so as not to affect the photo on the other side?

Alternatives are to write info on index cards between each set and use little post-it tags - but they could get separated from the photo and then I'd be back to square 1.

So can you recommend what kinds of pens work best for this?

[harpie38]

Any permanent marker pen which is acid free and archival will work on the front or the back of photos.

Regards

Sid

[Inky Angel]

Maybe write on a sticker and add that to the reverse?

[madhattermillie]

dont write on a sticker, it will wreck your photo in a few years, acid free marker and let it dry before putting the pics away. alternatively, put them in envelopes.

[jane130]

i have mine in envelopes labled with whatever info i want

[BernieTuffs]

Creative Memories sell pencils designed for this job so they won't harm the pics...you just need a Consultant!!

Either ask on here or look up their website and they will find you one!

Bernie X

[wedding belle]

I,ve heard that 2HB pencils are O.K.

[Ali M]

I have a photo safe pen ,I think it is ZIG,Kuretake...but will check tomorrow for you..on my way to bed now!

[JAZZY1972]

Anything From 2B to 4B pencils usuing them moderately lightly but they do the job well or an acid free marker

Jay xx