Photos: PictureMe Portrait Studios(R) Give Families a New Reason to Smile

New, All-Digital Studios at Walmart Help Busy Families Create Unique, Affordable Keepsakes

ST. LOUIS, March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedules of today's families seem to be busier than ever. Juggling work demands, school calendars and extracurricular activities, as well as extended family gatherings and other commitments, leaves little time for parents to properly capture key milestones along the way via family portraits. Plus, family budgets keep tightening in the tough economy.

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But now, PictureMe Portrait Studios'(R) fully digital studios in Walmart stores enable parents to preserve memories conveniently and affordably. With professional photographers who know how to make any portrait occasion a success, PictureMe Portrait Studios(R) offer more portrait options and packages than ever, all at great prices.

"The beauty of an all-digital studio is that parents can review poses and view portraits with enhancements - such as artistic and tinting effects, cropping, and adding text and graphics - immediately after a professional session," said Renato Cataldo, president and CEO of CPI Corp., which owns and operates PictureMe Portrait Studios(R). "Then, moms and dads can choose favorites and collaborate with the photographer to create the perfect keepsake or gift, including anything from wallet-size prints to one-of-a-kind wall portraits."

PictureMe Portrait Studios(R) are located in Walmart stores, making it a convenient stop for even the busiest family. For a studio near you, please visit www.pictureme.com/cpi/en-US/StudioLocator/.

About PictureMe Portrait Studios(R)

PictureMe Portrait Studios(R), located in approximately 1,600 Walmart stores, provide family-friendly digital portrait photography services at a great value. PictureMe Portrait Studios(R) are owned by CPI Corp., which has been providing families with innovative portrait options at affordable package prices for 60 years.

About CPI CORP.

CPI Corp. has been dedicated to helping families conveniently create cherished photography portrait keepsakes that capture a lifetime of memories for more than 60 years. CPI Corp. provides portrait photography services in approximately 3,100 locations, principally in Sears and Walmart stores. As the first in the category to convert to a fully digital format, CPI Corp. studios offer unique posing options, creative photography selections, a wide variety of sizes and an unparalleled assortment of enhancements to customize each portrait - all for an affordable price. CPI Corp. is based in St. Louis and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (ticker: CPY).

SOURCE CPI Corp.