How to choose a photo for ceramic picture plaque to celebrate one’s life

Choose photographs that reflect their personality. While a formal photograph is best for the funeral program cover, your tribute will mean more if the interior photos display their unique personality.

Tip: If Uncle Joe was the family tease, try to find a photo that reflects that special sparkle he added to family occasions, rather than simply filling in print space with posed portraits

Gather photos from more than one source. Our lives are lived in seasons and photographs from the people who share them with us give a more complete picture. For example, your mother’s best friends may have photos of her as a college student, while her siblings may have pictures of her as a young girl.

Tip: Try to find photo memories from several sources to honor your loved one’s entire life. Ask friends and family members to check their photo albums, digital photo files and social media files for special photographs of the deceased.

What did your loved one love to do? Hobbies and interests are what define a person, and including photos of your loved one pursuing their passion will add depth to their funeral booklet. Did they teach Sunday School, fly radio controlled planes or run marathons? How did they spend their time, besides working and raising a family? Answer that question to help decide what other photos to include in funeral keepsakes.

Tip: If the person you’re honoring belonged to hobby groups, clubs or charitable organizations, for example, ask other members if they have a photo from a special event (individual, rather than group photos, are best.)

Whatever photo you choose make sure it's the best quality.  Even though we can enhance a photo and clean up some of the blemishes, it's best for find one that is clean, sharp and beautiful. 

Once you choose a photo, if it's already in digital format, you can upload it with your order.  If you have an actual photo and have access to a scanner, then scan it at high resolution 200dpi( dots per inch) or above.  Some scanners don't have dpi setting, but have low medium and high settings.