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Lettera · Birthday Gift

Happy birthday, in your words

Milestone birthdays deserve more than a card. Lettera composes a photograph of the birthday person from words: a letter from you, wishes from friends, or one memory for every year they've lived.

For a 30th, 40th, 50th or beyond, try collecting one sentence for each year from family and friends. The number becomes the structure, and the portrait becomes a life in miniature.

How it works

  1. Choose a photograph. A favourite of them, recent or from childhood.
  2. Add the words. A letter, wishes from friends, or a memory per year.
  3. See it first. Preview before choosing an edition.
  4. Choose an edition. The Digital Edition ($24) or the Master Edition ($39, recommended), both delivered the moment you purchase. A framed edition is coming soon.

Questions

Is it good for a 50th or 60th birthday?

Especially. Gathering words from many people makes the milestone feel celebrated.

Can I use a childhood photo?

Yes, and a then-and-now pair, one portrait of each, makes a striking gift.

How quickly can I have it?

Both editions download as soon as you purchase.

Begin a birthday portrait

Free preview. Composed privately on your device. 14-day promise.

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