Heart shaped ceramics
are available in a variety of sizes
from 4cm X 6cm up to 50cm X 70cm
Cost includes:
Change of background
Choice of white border or no border
Gold fillet border is an additional fee
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mangere@aromemorials.co.nz - Manukau: 09 250 1304
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Photo Imaging
Photo Ceramic
What is a Photo Ceramic?
A photo ceramic is a high-quality porcelain plaque that displays a photograph of your loved one.
Fired at high temperatures, these ceramics are incredibly durable, resistant to fading,
weather, and time, making them ideal for the headstone.
Providing a beautiful way to preserve and cherish the memory of your loved one,
keeping their image close and visible for generations to come.
We offer a variety of shapes and sizes as shown below:
Rectangular shaped ceramics
are available in a variety of sizes
from 5cm X 7cm up to 50cm X 70cm
Cost includes:
Change of background
Choice of white border or no border
Gold fillet border is an additional fee
Oval shaped ceramics
are available in a variety of sizes
from 4cm X 6cm up to 50cm X 70cm
Cost includes:
Change of background
Choice of white border or no border
Gold fillet border is an additional fee
Photo Editing Services
We offer high-quality image restoration and enhancement, including:
Colourisation of Black & White Photos – Bring old memories to life with natural colour tones.
Background Replacement – Choose from a curated selection of background options.
Object & Person Removal – We can remove unwanted elements such as people, hands,
shoulders, or objects (excluding hats and sunglasses).
Blemish, Crease & Tear Correction – Repair minor damage to restore your image's original charm.
Clothing Alteration – Swap clothing styles from our available selection.
Photo Merging – Combine individuals from separate images into one seamless photograph.
All services include a lifetime guarantee against fading.
Permanite
cut into any shape required.
See our Permanite Gallery.
This example shows the profile outline
that has been recessed into
the headstone allowing the
image to be flush with the stone.
The sizes can vary depending on your requirements.
This example shows the combination
of the stone cut out to match the permanite design
as well as a standard rectangular shape
placed on the main section of the stone.
The sizes can vary depending on your requirements.
Etching or Laser Engraving
When a headstone requires a more detailed image, etching or engraving is used.
While engraving lettering into a stone goes roughly 3-4mm into the surface, etching or laser merely skims off the polished surface creating a soft but high contrast on the stone. This, allowing for finer details.
Hand Engraving
Hand engraved work is perfect for those who are looking
for that ‘one-of-a-kind’ look,
this requires an artistic skill held by few.
This must be done on black granite to ensure visibility.
for that ‘one-of-a-kind’ look,
this requires an artistic skill held by few.
This must be done on black granite to ensure visibility.
Laser Etching
Using photographs supplied - the image is etched into the surface using a laser etching machine.
This must be done on black granite to ensure visibility.
Shadow Blasting
Shadow Blasting is the art of removing the polished layer
of stone to create the desired pattern / shape.
of stone to create the desired pattern / shape.
Selecting a piece of artwork specific
to your loved one
to create an outstanding finish.
This is different from standard artwork that is
sand blasted centimeters into the granite.
