Memorial Photo Boards
Memorial photo boards and funeral posters for services and wakes. Single portraits or collages at A2, A1 and A0, with free layout and scanning help.
- No design yet? We set up the artwork free of charge when we print the job.
- Tight deadline? Same-day printing is possible on many jobs if your file is ready early. Call to check first.
- Can't get here? Collect from Gatton Road, or have it delivered in the UK for a quoted charge.
A picture at the centre of the service
A large portrait or a collage of photographs can bring comfort to a service or a wake, and it often gets people talking and sharing memories. Families place a portrait on an easel at the front of a chapel, or set up a board of photos spanning a whole life at the gathering afterwards. We can print a single picture or arrange many into one design.
Choosing a layout
- A single portrait works well at a service, as it is easy to see from the pews.
- A collage covers a life, from childhood photos to recent pictures, and is perfect at a wake.
- Timeline, arranged by decade, can spark conversation.
- With words, the name, dates or a short verse can be added.
Sizes and materials
| Size | Good for |
|---|---|
| A2 | A small room, a table or a home display |
| A1 | Most services and wakes, placed on an easel |
| A0 | A large church or hall, or a big collage |
Foam board is a popular choice because it is light, smooth and sits well on an easel. A paper poster can go in a frame, and a sturdier Foamex board may suit something the family wishes to keep. Outdoors at a graveside, choose a weatherproof material and something heavy enough not to blow over.
Gathering the photos
Ask relatives to share photos early, ideally with a single person collecting them. Send originals rather than screenshots wherever you can, since a picture from social media may be too small for large sizes. Printed photographs can be scanned when you bring them in. We will treat them with care and give them straight back. Old photos with small tears or fading can often still be used. We can do basic tidying, though damaged areas may remain visible.
Group photographs can be cropped to focus on one person, but this reduces the quality, so a sharp original is best. If you are making a collage, around 15 to 25 photos are a good number for an A1 board. Going much beyond this can make each picture rather small.
Practical points for the day
Check with your funeral director or venue about space and whether they have an easel. Many do. Keep the board wrapped in transit and make sure someone is responsible for taking it to the venue and bringing it home. Think about whether you would like to keep it or give it to a relative afterwards.
Ordering
Send your photos, wording and date, or bring everything in. We will lay it out free of charge when we print and show you a proof. Large prints and boards can often be done quickly once approved, and same-day may be possible if you contact us early. Please phone 020 8133 4499 with your date, and we will do what we can.
Questions we hear about memorial photo boards
What size should a funeral photo board be?
A1 is the usual size for an easel at a service or wake. A0 is better for a large venue or a big collage.
Can you make a collage from our family photos?
Yes. Send or bring your photos, and we will lay them out free of charge when we print. Around 15 to 25 suits an A1 board.
Can you print from old photographs?
Yes. Bring them in and we can scan them, then give them straight back. Larger, sharper originals give the best results.
Can it be printed quickly?
Often, yes, once you have approved the layout. Phone with your date and we will tell you what is possible.