An anniversary photograph
A portrait of two people, or a favourite place from their years together.
← All storiesSomething personal to share
You thought of them.And this photograph.
For a parent, a sibling, someone who remembers too. Create a moving memory from a meaningful photo and share it in a way that feels right.
Bring a photo to lifeA free first memory is currently unavailable. Choose a memory pack or monthly plan to begin; 10-second memories use twice the allowance of 6-second memories.
A moment worth lingering in
A thoughtful gift begins with knowing the person.
Perhaps it is a photograph of your parents together. Perhaps it is the house your sibling still talks about. The best starting point is not a grand idea, but something you know the other person holds dear.
Make an animated version, download it and give it with the story of why you chose that photograph. For a birthday, an anniversary, or simply because you saw it and thought of them.
If the photo is of someone who has died, ask first whether an animated version would be welcome. A memory can be deeply personal; the thoughtfulness is in choosing how and when to share it.
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A few places to begin.
A shared childhood
The photo that you and a sibling both remember, with a note about your side of the story.
A familiar face, gently shared
A photo of someone dear, when you know the recipient would appreciate an animated version.
From album to movement
All photo guides ↗A little help with your first photograph.
Sharing a memory video without sharing your account
Download a file, add clear context and choose the people and channel you want to use.
Planning an anniversary memory video
Choose a shared chapter and prepare a short video that can sit beside the original photograph.
Which photograph should you animate first?
Choose by meaning, visible detail and comfort rather than trying to find a perfect picture.
Start with what you already have
One photo.A little closer.
No editing timeline. No settings to master. Just a photograph you want to spend more time with.
Find your photograph
Choose a clear digital photo or a scan from the family album. A face, a familiar street, a day by the sea.
Set the feeling
Add a title and a little direction if you like. We create gentle animation and ambient sound together.
Make room for the moment
Watch it in your private collection. Download the video to keep it or share it yourself with someone who remembers.
Before you open the album
A few things to know.
Do you sell gift cards or gift subscriptions?
This idea is about creating a video with your own memory allowance and giving the downloaded file. It is not a gift-card or gift-subscription service.
Will the person receiving it need an account?
No. Download the completed video and share that file yourself. Your private online collection remains in your own account.
Can I give a video without a watermark?
Videos created with purchased or monthly allowance have no watermark. Any trial conditions are shown before you create your memory.
Is it a good surprise for someone who is grieving?
An animated photo may be welcome to one person and difficult for another. Ask whether they would like to see it before making it a surprise, and let them choose the moment.
Choose the photograph that says “I remember too”.
Make it personal. Share it thoughtfully. Let them watch in their own time.
Bring a photo to lifeA free first memory is currently unavailable. Choose a memory pack or monthly plan to begin; 10-second memories use twice the allowance of 6-second memories.
