CUSTOM METAL ART FROM PHOTOS

Your photo. Made in metal.

Boston Terrier photograph alongside its blue cut-metal portrait

We turn your photograph into a recognizable cut-steel design, then build and powder coat a piece made for you.

Pets. People. Cars, trucks, motorcycles and boats.

Start my photo project Explore the possibilities

Made in Maryland · Shipped worldwide

What will your photo become?

Your photo can become any of these. We shape the design around the way you want to use it.

Wall Art & Signs

A pet, person or favorite vehicle, made into a portrait, name sign or garage piece.

Dog photographs and the finished Double Trouble garden stake

Garden Stakes

Bring your photo into the garden with a personalized stake or yard sign.

Dogs on the Moon

Your own dog’s likeness, built into a custom moon design for a wall or garden.

Portrait Hitch Covers

Take your pet or another photo-based design on the road. We plan it around your receiver.

Memorials & Tributes

Remember someone important with a portrait, name, dates or a personal message.

Key & Leash Hangers

Turn a favorite face into useful wall art with hooks for keys, leashes and more.

More than pet portraits

These are just a few possibilities. Have another subject in mind? Tell us about it.

People

Family portraits, loved ones and meaningful memories.

Cars

From classics to your own daily driver.

Boats

Fishing boats, sailboats and favorite vessels.

From photo to finished piece

  1. 01

    Share your photo

    Tell us what you’d like made. We review your image and the detail that will work in metal.

  2. 02

    Plan your piece

    We work out the size, construction and colors, then confirm your quote and any deposit.

  3. 03

    Approve & we build

    Approve your design proof before cutting. We make and powder coat your piece, then ship it to you.

A few things to know

What kind of photo should I send?

Send the original, highest-resolution photo you have, with good lighting, visible features and a clear outline. Extra angles can help. We simplify small details where needed so the steel stays connected and cuts cleanly.

Can I choose colors, layers and wording?

Yes. We can discuss names, dates, a message, single-layer or layered construction, and powder coat colors. We also plan how the piece will hang, stand or mount. For a hitch cover, include your receiver size.

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Can you combine photos or subjects?

We can review multiple pets, people or other subjects for one design. Send a clear photo of each and tell us how you’d like them arranged. A pet portrait can celebrate your companion today or become a memorial.

What will it cost, and how long will it take?

Each project is quoted for its artwork, size and construction. Include your deadline so we can discuss production and delivery timing before you commit.

START WITH YOUR PHOTO

Start your photo project

Tell us what you’d like made. Still deciding? Choose “Help me choose” and we’ll work through the options with you.

Send your photo by email

After filling out the form, email your original photo using the same name and email address. Prefer to keep it all in one place? Email your photo and project details together.

info@elitemetalworking.com

* Name, email and project details are required.

Describe your subject, names or wording, and color ideas. For a hitch cover, include your receiver size.

Photos are sent by email separately; this form sends your project details.

Explore product styles

Want a closer look at a product style? These collections show standard designs. For a piece made from your photo, use the request form above.

Examples open in a new tab so you can keep your custom project here.