How to Add Photos to Tombstones?

Whether you are looking for a way to update an existing tombstone or you are designing a new tombstone, there are many ways to personalize the tombstone. One way is to add photos of the dead to the tombstone. There are four different ways to incorporate photos into tombstone design. If you want to add photos to the tombstone for tracing, here are some options you can explore:

1. Tombstone ceramic photos

When you are doing research on tombstone photo design, be sure to look at the companies specializing in ceramic printing in your area. This has become a popular way to add photos to tombstones. Usually, the photos are printed on a small ceramic disc. You can ask the disc to have a strong adhesive backing so that you can easily apply ceramic photos to the existing tombstones of your loved ones. Stick the picture on the tombstone thoroughly before cleaning it. If you are designing a new tombstone, it should be noted that you can also add a ceramic photo to the tombstone design from the beginning.

2. Bronze Commemorative Plate

If you are not interested in putting a real picture on a relative's tombstone, bronze commemorative plates are a more low-key method. Bronze is a material often used for etching. You can customize a bronze Commemorative Plate with an etched photo and a portrait of your loved ones. For the best type of adhesive to use on the back of your bronze nameplate, we recommend consulting your local hardware store for their opinions and suggestions. Bronze is super durable, so you can rest assured that the plaque will be able to withstand the elements; That is, you need a strong, durable adhesive to ensure that the plaque remains fixed to the tombstone. (Note: if you have just started, you can also ask for a bronze monument to be incorporated into a new tombstone design!)

3. Photo commemorative wreath

You may not be very interested in permanent tombstone photos. If you're looking for something more temporary, one idea is to put a photo commemorative wreath on your lover's tombstone. You can design a wreath with a wooden photo frame inside. You can put the photos of your lover in the photo frame. During the festival, place personalized wreaths in your lover's graveyard. This must be a considerate way to make you and your family feel that the person you love is right next to you on this special day of the year. Be sure to check the decoration policy of cemeteries, because some cemeteries have restrictions on what you can and can't do.

If you are designing a new tombstone from scratch, there are other options for you to choose from in addition to those mentioned above.

4. Etching design on tombstone

As we explained in the etching guide, there are several different etching methods that can be used to achieve the tombstone design you want. If you want to etch the photos of your loved ones on their tombstones, you can choose to etch the images by hand or laser. Manual etching is a more expensive method because it requires more time and labor. In other words, this is a beautiful art form that will present a completely unique depiction of the person you love.

Tombstone photo design has no right or wrong answer. Whether you want to include a real picture on the tombstone of your loved one, or you prefer a more abstract etching, integrating the image or portrait of your loved one will inject life into their tombstone and help you feel their presence when you visit them.