Memorial or remembrance plaques are a beautiful way to honor and remember a loved one. They are usually distinguished from dedication Memorial plaques or other engraved items. They usually require something other than the more formal plaques that are used to identify and quantify an event or a location's significance. This is because memorial plaques are usually about an individual rather than a group or a unique activity, which is why taking the time to design and write any Memorial plaques you desire is very important.
The first thing to keep in mind is that most plaques of this type have a standard amount of information on them. It usually includes:
1. Using terms like "In remembrance of" or "Dedicated to the memory of" as an opening sentence;
2. The name(s) of the person(s) being remembered, as well as any nicknames they may have in quotes in the middle of their names. For example, Harrison "Skip" Ford (this name is frequently written in larger letters or italicized for emphasis);
3. The dates of that individual's life; and
4. A quote that is relevant and significant to the person. This can be a statement or a remark about the individual that expresses how those who are remembering them feel. "Gone but not forgotten," "Beloved Friend to All," and so on.
5. We can have laser photo etching done in addition to employing well-chosen wording for memorial plaques in the modern period. This could mean that we can put graphics or even a photograph replication on the plaque. The right or left side of the text is usually where the photo is put.
There is no right or wrong way to design a remembrance or memorial plaque, despite the aforementioned suggestions. The goal is to make sure the layout is balanced and that the images and text are separated properly. When the text is too close to the photo, the layout can appear cluttered. Having too much space between the text and the photo, on the other hand, can result in too much blank space.
We have a specialized graphic artist who can help you design a memorial plaque. This is a complimentary service that comes with all of our online orders. To get started, click the link below and submit your request for a FREE proof created by our experienced graphic artist.