Handcrafted · Laser-Engraved · One of a Kind
We combine hand-composed portrait art with topographic maps of meaningful places — laser-engraved on premium wood with a signature whitewash technique. For the ones you've lost, and the moments worth remembering.
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What We Make
Using a photograph you provide and a location that meant something to them — a hometown, a favourite trail, a place you first met — we compose a custom piece that blends their likeness with the landscape of their life. Burned into wood. Built to last.
Every portrait is artist-composed. We use technology to realize the vision — not replace it. The hand behind the work is always a person.
Topographic maps of wherever their story lived. A mountain town, a lake house, a neighbourhood. The contours carry meaning.
Our signature whitewash base lets the natural grain of the wood breathe through every portrait. No two pieces are exactly alike.
How It Works
Step 01
Upload a photo and tell us about the person, pet, or moment. Include the place that mattered most.
Step 02
Our artist combines the portrait with a topographic map of your chosen location. You'll see a proof before anything is burned.
Step 03
Once you're happy with the design, we laser-engrave it onto premium wood using our whitewash technique.
Step 04
Carefully packaged and shipped. Ready to hang, give, and hold onto.
Commissions Opening Soon
We take a limited number of commissions at a time to make sure every piece gets the attention it deserves. Leave your email and we'll reach out when a spot opens.
Or email us directly: hello@upholdthestory.com