Photo Engraved Gifts Guide

Has it come time for a truly personalised gift to be given to a friend, loved one, or family member? Our photo-engraved gifts are the ideal choice. Follow our tips below to ensure the best quality for your new precious gift.

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5 Tips for Perfect Photo Engraving

Choose the right photo to create a treasured keepsake that lasts forever.

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Start with the Correct File Type

We can work with most file types, including JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF, AI, and many more.

File Size Matters: A file of 2 to 7 MB will yield the best results. Photos taken on lower-quality phones often produce lower-quality engravings.

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Color or Black & White?

Black and white photos can produce an amazing finish, but they aren’t a requirement. Feel free to send us a colour photo or a sepia photo.

If an artwork proof is requested at checkout, our graphics team will notify you if the quality won’t produce the desired result.

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Avoid Mixed Lighting

Steer clear of photos with mixed lighting—where the photo is bright and sunny in some areas with darker parts in others.

Why? Pictures of this nature will result in mixed quality engraving. These mixed-contrast photos can produce poor-quality results.

Photo Quality Examples

Important Note

The quality of the photo is directly linked to the quality of the engraving. Please avoid pictures that are blurry, overexposed, or underexposed.

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Shape Matters

The right photo must match your chosen piece:

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A family photo of 20 people in landscape format would look high-quality on our Army Dog Tags

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A close-up photo of a baby would suit a smaller heart-shaped pendant

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Remember the Resizing

The photo will be resized to fit your chosen piece, which may cause fine details to be lost.

Our graphics team will try to keep as much detail as possible in your photo. In some cases, very fine details may not be noticeable once engraved.

💡 Pro Tip: Request an Artwork Proof

If you’re unsure about choosing the correct photo after reading this guide, we strongly suggest selecting the artwork proof option at checkout. Our graphics team will review your photo and let you know if any adjustments are needed for the best possible result.

Ready to Create Your Perfect Gift?

We hope this guide helps you choose the photo that will give your precious gift the best possible outcome.

With love, Deb and the Love Story Jewellery Team

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