Memorial etchings are the art of engraving a design or picture on granite using a diamond tipped engraver.
Personalizing your memorial choice with custom etched art work is done free handed by our staff artist. This technique produces a long lasting time tested tribute. Every design is drawn with meticulous attention to detail. For best results, etchings are usually done on dark colored granite. When using our staff artist, the end result is a memorial designed personally for you. Our artist work most often from pictures or ideas provided by you, whether it is your home, farm, dog, cat, boat or your favorite vacation spot the possibilities are endless. Artist will do a drawing for approval before any work is done on your memorial.
Portrait etchings are also beautiful addition to any memorial, again etched free handed by our artist working from a photo that you provide. Portrait drawings are done in pencil for your approval and are also yours to keep. Many families choose to frame this art work, as it is an in home tribute and keepsake.
Staff artist Philip Sherman has worked as a memorial etcher and designer since 1986. Etching subjects would include: portraits, animals, homes and architecture, nature scenery, cars, ships, planes, and subjects of historical significance. Philip is a graduate of the Cooper School of Art; Cleveland, Ohio majoring in Graphic Design with a minor in Illustration.