Our Story

The Art of Remembering

Welcome! We're so glad you're here.

At The Welcome Matte, our passion is transforming cherished photographs into meaningful keepsakes that celebrate the places, people, pets, and everyday moments that leave a lasting impression on our lives.

More Than Just a Home Portrait

The Welcome Matte creates custom digital watercolor portraits that transform cherished photographs into timeless keepsakes.

From childhood homes and beloved pets to favorite destinations and meaningful moments, each portrait is thoughtfully created in a soft, traditional watercolor-inspired style and beautifully printed on fine art paper, with elegant matting and framing options.

The Story That Started It All

A Place Worth Remembering

Our grandparents' home — Shanks Residence

Our grandparents' home, where so many memories were made

This was our grandparents' home for more than 50 years. A home filled with so much love, laughter, and countless cherished memories.

While the years have passed, the memories made here will always hold a special place in our hearts.

"Because sometimes, it's not really the house we miss. It's everything that happened inside of it."
Our Promise to You

A Digital Proof Before Any Printing

Ordering custom art online shouldn't feel like a leap of faith. Every order includes a digital proof review. You will see the artwork, check your custom sentiment text, and approve everything before it goes to print.

5–7 business days turnaround after proof approval

Let's create something meaningful together.