Animated photo: watch them smile again

Their photo, in motion

A photo of your mother, your grandfather or someone who is no longer here can move again: it blinks, smiles and turns its head naturally. It is a short video, made to be watched on your phone and shared on WhatsApp.

What is included

• It blinks and smilesThe photo comes to life with gentle gestures.
• It moves its head naturallyAnd looks at the camera.
• Short video for WhatsAppIn a format that looks good on a phone.
• To share with the familySend it on WhatsApp to whoever you want.

Their voice, only with permission

If you have a recording of your loved one, we can use their voice in the animated memory.

Only with the family’s written consent to use that audio. We never share it.

How to order your animated photo

1. Send us the photoOn WhatsApp, just as you have it.
2. Choose the serviceWe tell you the price and the delivery time.
3. PayBy bank transfer or card. We send you the details in the chat.
4. Get it backIn 24 to 48 hours, ready to print or share.

Which photo works best

• Facing the cameraWith the whole face visible and, if possible, looking at the camera.
• Well lit and sharpThe clearer the photo, the more natural the movement.
• If it is damagedIt is best to restore it first: we talk it over on WhatsApp. See Photo restoration.

For Hanal Pixán and for always

At Hanal Pixán many families animate the photo of someone who is no longer here to remember them at the altar and at the family gathering. See all the season’s services in Hanal Pixán services.

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