Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Black Marble Portrait




Photographs may be etched onto black marble with incredible detail. The one above is an 8"x10" portrait on marble. These are available in different sizes, generally 4"x6", 8"x10", 12"x12", but may be special ordered in other sizes as well. A decorative border and/or text may be etched around it, and these would make good memorials, wedding/anniversary gifts, or just for everyday photos you want to preserve. For custom images, the digital picture can be emailed or a standard picture can be used and scanned. (Just make sure you have the rights to use it, and are not using a picture for which someone else owns the copyright.) Good quality pictures are important to use; "soft-focus" portraits often look blurry when reproduced.

Monday, November 3, 2008

Laser engraved tile


Porcelain and ceramic tile can be laser engraved in black, bronze and blue, by using a laser-reactive product which permanently adheres the design to the tile. This can be used to create decorative tiles, such as a repeating pattern along a backsplash or in a shower, or a large design of an oriental style "rug". Stand-alone tiles can be given as gifts from realtors upon the sale of a new home, to be displayed inside or outside. Street numbers for homes and businesses can be engraved on tile for a unique customized look.



Tiles can be placed together to create a huge mural. Individual tiles sized 32" x 18" can be engraved.

Some snowflakes that don't melt







Some of these snowflakes are made from clear acrylic, which can be laser etched with text or photographs prior to cutting out in intricate shapes. These can be color-filled for added contrast. These would make good corporate gifts and churches use them for fundraisers as well.

Dog tags, etc, in anodized aluminum


Anodized aluminum in different colors can be laser engraved. It turns the engraved area a frosty white, and very detailed photos can be permanently engraved onto dogtags, signs, and other items. The T-shirt designs are popular for ball teams, the player's photo can be engraved, or just the name, team, year, and sports icon. GI-style dog tags can be engraved in different colors, as a unique tag for bookbags, luggage, keychains, or to hang around your neck or your rearview mirror.

In addition, other metals such as stainless steel can be permanently marked with a laser-reactive product which turns the engraved area a crisp black.