Portrait plaque questions.

A portrait sketch, the proposed inscription layout and a realistic visualisation of your plaque in the agreed finish, with a quote. Check the likeness and wording, and ask for changes before deciding to order. No payment, deposit or obligation to buy.

Your sketch is sent by email with a quote and a payment link. Check the likeness, spelling, dates and layout. If you are happy to go ahead, use the payment link. Making the plaque starts after approval and payment.

Yes. Reply to the proof email with the changes you would like. We want the portrait, wording and layout to feel right before you place an order. Any change affecting the quote is discussed before payment.

Choose the clearest original image you have. Faces should be in focus and reasonably well lit, with eyes and important features visible. Avoid screenshots, heavy filters and photos taken from far away. If an older photograph is all you have, we can look at it with you.

No. These plaques can celebrate a much-loved pet or person, too. A portrait and a name can be enough. All inscription fields are optional when you start your request.

Brass has a warm gold tone; stainless steel is silver. Brushed finishes soften reflections, while polished finishes are more reflective. Compare the samples, and tell us where you plan to display the plaque.

Choose brushed, orbital, polished or aged brass, or brushed or polished stainless steel. All metal plaques are 1.5 mm thick. Aged brass comes in light, mid and heavy appearances. Every portrait design is available in all six finishes.

The right metal, finish and fixings depend on its location. Tell us whether it is for a sheltered wall, stable, garden or exposed coastal position. Outdoor suitability should be confirmed for your specific plaque before ordering.

Plaque prices update with your finish, size and backing choices. Standard prices before any launch offer: A5 brushed stainless steel £95.50 and A5 brushed brass £105.50, without a wooden board, including UK delivery. A rear stand is included free with a wooden backing. An A5 freestanding metal fold adds £11.50. No VAT is added. Your portrait and inscription are included. The displayed total is the price for your chosen options; review your free proof before payment.

Flat plaques come in A5 (148 × 210 mm), A4 (210 × 297 mm) or A3 (297 × 420 mm), in portrait or landscape with optional wooden backing. Folded freestanding plaques are currently shown in A5, in either orientation. Dimensions refer to the metal face; the backing or folded foot adds to the space needed.

Yes. Our freestanding metal plaque is formed from one piece of 1.5 mm metal, with a gently rounded bend into the rear foot. The face leans slightly back for balance. The standard A5 freestanding metal fold adds £11.50 before any launch offer. You can also choose a wooden backing with a rear stand included free. Tell us where it will go so we can confirm the complete dimensions and suitable support.

The optional board adds £59.50 for A5, £85 for A4 or £128 for A3. Light or dark wood, with a square or bevelled edge, costs the same. If you choose a freestanding wooden display, the rear stand is included at no extra charge.

Dispatch is normally within 5–10 working days after design approval and payment. Delivery follows dispatch; your quote confirms the timing. If your plaque is required for a particular date, please specify it in your request so we can confirm what is possible before you order.

The gallery shows illustrative design examples, including AI-generated plaque visualisations. They demonstrate possible portrait styles and layouts. Your own sketch, material specification and quote are agreed separately.