Headstone Ideas for a Photographer

A photographer's own work can become their memorial. Few hobbies translate so naturally to an etched stone.

Symbol ideas

• Vintage camera
• Camera lens or aperture blades
• Film strip
• A sunrise — golden hour
• An eye — the way they saw the world

Etched scene ideas

• One of their favourite photographs
• A landscape they loved to shoot
• A camera on a tripod at sunset

See custom etched scenes.

Personal touches

• A favourite photo etched on the back
• Their studio name
• A QR code to an online gallery — see QR code headstones

Epitaph ideas

• She captured life's beautiful moments
• Through his eyes, we saw the world
• Forever in focus
• The final exposure
• Golden hour, forever

Design tips

• High-contrast photos etch best — see choosing a photo.
• Use their own work only with family agreement on rights.
• A film strip makes an elegant border.

Choosing one of their photographs

Pick a photo that:

• Has strong contrast — sunsets, silhouettes and landscapes etch best.
• Isn't too busy — fine detail can be lost.
• Meant something to them — a favourite place or subject.

Our artists adapt the image for granite and send a proof. See custom etched scenes.

Key Takeaways

• Their own photograph can be etched.
• Cameras and apertures are classic emblems.
• A QR code can link to their portfolio.

Next Step

Try these symbols in the Design Studio or request a quote.