• May include: Split image showing a vintage portrait restoration. The left side, labeled "BEFORE," displays a faded, damaged black and white photo. The right side, labeled "AFTER," shows a colorized, restored version of the same woman with enhanced features.
  • May include: A composite image of three sets of eyes, showcasing a progression from a vintage, sepia-toned image to a modern, high-definition close-up. The bottom image displays the text "High Definition Detail".
  • May include: A split image showing a before-and-after comparison of a restored vintage wedding photo. The left side shows the damaged original, while the right side displays the restored image. The couple is cutting a wedding cake.
  • May include: Image showcasing photo restoration services. The image is divided into three columns, each displaying an "Original" photo, a "Restore Only" version, and a "Restore + Colorized" version. The photos include a family portrait, a soldier saluting, and a woman in a denim jacket.
  • May include: A graphic comparing digital files and photo prints. The text "DIGITAL VS PRINT" is in pink. Digital files are described as "Best Value" and include email delivery, high quality, unlimited copies, and social media readiness. Photo prints are "Highly Recommended" with door delivery, museum quality paper, and various sizes.
  • May include: A graphic with the text "HOW IT WORKS" in pink. It outlines a three-step process: selecting options, choosing a format (digital or print), and reviewing the final product. The image uses a light gray background.
  • May include: A side-by-side comparison of a restored vintage photograph. The left side shows a damaged, faded image of a person in a military uniform saluting. The right side displays the restored, colorized version of the same image. Text reads "BEFORE" and "AFTER".
  • May include: A before-and-after image of a family portrait. The top image is a faded black and white photo labeled "BEFORE." The bottom image, labeled "AFTER," is a color-corrected version of the same family, with the same people smiling.
  • May include: A before-and-after image of a restored vintage photograph. The photo features two people wearing matching tracksuits in teal, yellow, and pink. The text "BEFORE" and "AFTER" are visible on the image. The people are smiling and wearing headbands and wristbands.
  • May include: A split image showing a restored vintage photograph. The top half is a faded black and white photo with the text "BEFORE". The bottom half is a colorized version of the same photo with the text "AFTER". The photo features a smiling couple in front of a vintage car.
  • May include: A side-by-side comparison of a restored photograph. The "BEFORE" image shows a faded, damaged photo of a person in a denim jacket and jeans. The "AFTER" image is a restored version of the same photo, with improved color and clarity.
  • May include: Side-by-side comparison of a vintage portrait before and after restoration. The "BEFORE" image is a sepia-toned, damaged photo. The "AFTER" image is a colorized, restored version of the same woman, with a brown suit and styled hair.
  • May include: Image comparison showing the restoration of a damaged vintage photograph. The top half shows the original image with scratches and fading, while the bottom half displays the restored, colorized version of the same image. The text reads "Restoration of heavily damaged/distant photos".
  • May include: A light gray background with text. The text reads "! A Note on Group Photos & Distant Subjects." Below, it explains photo restoration focuses on atmosphere and clarity for distant subjects. It encourages a message before purchase for consultation.
  • May include: Split image showing a vintage portrait restoration. The left side, labeled "BEFORE," displays a faded, damaged black and white photo. The right side, labeled "AFTER," shows a colorized, restored version of the same woman with enhanced features.
  • May include: A composite image of three sets of eyes, showcasing a progression from a vintage, sepia-toned image to a modern, high-definition close-up. The bottom image displays the text "High Definition Detail".
  • May include: A split image showing a before-and-after comparison of a restored vintage wedding photo. The left side shows the damaged original, while the right side displays the restored image. The couple is cutting a wedding cake.
  • May include: Image showcasing photo restoration services. The image is divided into three columns, each displaying an "Original" photo, a "Restore Only" version, and a "Restore + Colorized" version. The photos include a family portrait, a soldier saluting, and a woman in a denim jacket.
  • May include: A graphic comparing digital files and photo prints. The text "DIGITAL VS PRINT" is in pink. Digital files are described as "Best Value" and include email delivery, high quality, unlimited copies, and social media readiness. Photo prints are "Highly Recommended" with door delivery, museum quality paper, and various sizes.
  • May include: A graphic with the text "HOW IT WORKS" in pink. It outlines a three-step process: selecting options, choosing a format (digital or print), and reviewing the final product. The image uses a light gray background.
  • May include: A side-by-side comparison of a restored vintage photograph. The left side shows a damaged, faded image of a person in a military uniform saluting. The right side displays the restored, colorized version of the same image. Text reads "BEFORE" and "AFTER".
  • May include: A before-and-after image of a family portrait. The top image is a faded black and white photo labeled "BEFORE." The bottom image, labeled "AFTER," is a color-corrected version of the same family, with the same people smiling.
  • May include: A before-and-after image of a restored vintage photograph. The photo features two people wearing matching tracksuits in teal, yellow, and pink. The text "BEFORE" and "AFTER" are visible on the image. The people are smiling and wearing headbands and wristbands.
  • May include: A split image showing a restored vintage photograph. The top half is a faded black and white photo with the text "BEFORE". The bottom half is a colorized version of the same photo with the text "AFTER". The photo features a smiling couple in front of a vintage car.
  • May include: A side-by-side comparison of a restored photograph. The "BEFORE" image shows a faded, damaged photo of a person in a denim jacket and jeans. The "AFTER" image is a restored version of the same photo, with improved color and clarity.
  • May include: Side-by-side comparison of a vintage portrait before and after restoration. The "BEFORE" image is a sepia-toned, damaged photo. The "AFTER" image is a colorized, restored version of the same woman, with a brown suit and styled hair.
  • May include: Image comparison showing the restoration of a damaged vintage photograph. The top half shows the original image with scratches and fading, while the bottom half displays the restored, colorized version of the same image. The text reads "Restoration of heavily damaged/distant photos".
  • May include: A light gray background with text. The text reads "! A Note on Group Photos & Distant Subjects." Below, it explains photo restoration focuses on atmosphere and clarity for distant subjects. It encourages a message before purchase for consultation.
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Custom Photo Restoration and Colorization: Fix Old Damaged Pictures, Gift for Parents

SJ

Made by SJ

Owner of IstterioArtShop

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✨Bring Your Precious Memories Back to Life! ✨

Do you have faded, damaged, or black-and-white photos of your loved ones hiding in a drawer? Let me turn them into vibrant, high-quality heirlooms. Whether it's a cherished wedding photo of your grandparents or a childhood memory, I will professionally restore and colorize them with love and care.

❤️ What's Included
- Professional Restoration: Removal of scratches, dust, tears, and stains.
- High-Resolution File: You will receive a high-quality JPEG/PNG file (300 DPI) via email.
- Premium Print (Optional): If you select the "Print" option, a museum-quality photo print will be shipped to your door.
- Unlimited Revisions: I will work with you until you are 100% happy with the result.

🎨 Design Highlights
- Authentic Colorization: I don't use generic filters. I apply realistic, vintage-warm colors that fit the era of your photo.
- Restore Only (B&W) Option: Choose this if you want to keep the classic black & white look but fix the damage and sharpen details.
- Restore + Colorize Option: Choose this for a full transformation with vibrant, lifelike colors.

🎯 Perfect For
- Anniversary Gifts for Parents & Grandparents
- Memorials & Funeral Displays
- Family Tree & Genealogy Projects
- Unique Christmas or Birthday Presents

💡 How to Personalize (Order Steps)
- Select Options: Choose your Service (Restore Only / Colorize) and Format (Digital / Print) from the dropdown menu.
- Purchase: Complete your payment.
- Send Photo: Send your highest resolution photo via Etsy Message (Click "Contact Seller").
- Review: I will send a draft within 1-2 days for your approval.

⚠️ Note on Photo Quality To ensure the best possible result, please understand:
- Close-ups: Photos with large, clear faces yield the sharpest, high-definition details.
- Distant/Blurred Subjects: For group photos or photos where faces are small/blurry, the restoration will focus on the overall atmosphere and clarity. Faces may have a softer, artistic finish rather than high-definition facial details to avoid an unnatural look.
- Not sure? Feel free to message me with your photo for a free consultation before ordering!

💌 Why Choose Us?
- Fast Turnaround: Initial drafts ready in 24-48 hours.
- Attention to Detail: I treat every photo as if it were my own family's memory.
- One-Stop Shop: We offer both digital files and high-quality physical prints, so you don't have to find a print shop separately!

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5.0 (10)

“Another 5 star performance by this vendor. It’s a shame she can’t fix ugly, but she did her best. Bravo!”

Eric

Jun 7, 2026

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Original Price: $16.90+

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5.0

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Eric Jun 7, 2026

Another 5 star performance by this vendor. It’s a shame she can’t fix ugly, but she did her best. Bravo!

Eric Jun 7, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5

Tina Jun 2, 2026

Fast recreation of a valued photo that had been damaged.

Tina Jun 2, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5

Heather May 30, 2026

This was really cool to see in print. I had a few questions and they were answered very quickly. Prints are good quality.

Heather May 30, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5

Heather May 30, 2026

Restore work was awesome! The print looked great- original was 1932

Heather May 30, 2026

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IstterioArtShop
SJ
IstterioArtShop ·

Lenexa, Kansas

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