How do I create a photo presentation for a funeral?
Creating a photo presentation for a funeral is a beautiful way to reflect together on the life of your loved one. In this article, we explain step by step how you can approach this.
Step 1: Collecting photos
Start by collecting photos from different periods of their life. You don't have to do this alone — ask family and friends to share their favourite memories.
Where can you find photos?
- Photo albums and framed photos
- Phones and tablets of family members
- Social media (Facebook, Instagram)
- Google Photos or iCloud
- Old USB sticks or external hard drives
iPhone photos (HEIC format) don't need to be converted first. The Last Farewell processes these automatically.
Step 2: Selecting photos
Not every photo needs to be included. Choose photos that:
- Show the character of your loved one
- Capture important moments (wedding, birth of children, retirement)
- Evoke beautiful memories
- Vary in mood and period
How many photos?
A presentation of 4-5 minutes usually contains 30 to 50 photos. With a longer music track, you can include more photos.
Step 3: Determining the order
The order of photos tells a story. There are different approaches:
- Chronological: from young to old, capturing their whole life
- Reverse chronological: starting with recent photos, going back in time
- Thematic: by life stage or topic (work, hobbies, family)
- Free: the most touching photos first
There is no right or wrong choice — choose what fits your loved one.
Step 4: Adding music
Music completes the presentation. Choose songs that:
- Had meaning for your loved one
- Enhance the atmosphere you want to create
- Match the length of the presentation
The photos are automatically distributed over the duration of the music, so everything is perfectly synchronized.
Step 5: Reviewing and adjusting
Take the time to review the presentation. Ask yourself:
- Is the order correct?
- Are all important moments included?
- Does the music match the atmosphere?
- Are there photos you'd rather leave out?
You can always make adjustments until you're satisfied.
Step 6: Delivering to the funeral home
Ask the funeral home which format they need:
- PowerPoint (.pptx) — suitable for most locations
- Numbered photos — for centres with their own playback system
- Farewell Player — a standalone application that works everywhere, without PowerPoint
Frequently asked questions
Can multiple people contribute photos?
Yes, you can invite family and friends via a sharing link. They can upload photos without creating an account.
What if the photos have different formats?
No problem. JPEG, PNG, HEIC (iPhone) — everything is processed automatically.
Do I have to pay to create the presentation?
Creating, viewing and editing is free. You only pay when you want to export the presentation.
How long does it take to create a presentation?
That depends on how many photos you have and how quickly you make choices. Most people are done within 1-2 hours.
Create a presentation yourself?
Create a beautiful photo presentation together with family.
Start when you're ready