{"id":615,"date":"2025-05-12T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medalstudio.com\/blog\/?p=615"},"modified":"2025-06-23T19:52:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T19:52:42","slug":"custom-medal-stories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medalstudio.com\/blog\/custom-medal-stories\/","title":{"rendered":"How Custom Medals Can Tell A Story"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you ever wondered how a medal can tell a story?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By incorporating different visual elements into its design, a medal can reflect the purpose of the event and honour the efforts of its participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At MedalStudio, we have years of experience crafting bespoke medals for all kinds of events. Our aim is to strengthen connections and add emotional significance to every occasion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why, in this article, we\u2019ll share five tips to help your medals tell a meaningful story:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Consider the purpose of the event<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Incorporate relevant symbols<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Think about the meaning behind colours<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Choose a distinctive shape<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Include a meaningful engraving<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Ready? Let’s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    #1 Consider the Purpose of the Event<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    When our clients want to personalise their medals but don\u2019t know where to start, we always recommend beginning with the purpose of the event. This serves as the foundation for defining the visual elements of the design.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    To easily identify the purpose, think about who the event is for and the main message you want to communicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, if you\u2019re organising a charity run in support of breast cancer awareness, the visual elements of your medal should revolve around themes of awareness and solidarity. You should choose imagery and colours that align with that purpose (in the following sections, we\u2019ll help you break down each of these elements).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Remember that defining the purpose of the event should always be the first step in designing your medal. Without a clear intention, the design may feel empty and fail to create an emotional connection with participants.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    #2 Incorporate Relevant Symbols<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Once you\u2019ve defined the purpose of your event, it becomes much easier to incorporate relevant symbols that reflect it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, if you\u2019re organising a run to raise awareness about environmental conservation, consider adding visual elements that clearly convey that message. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In a recent project, we chose a panda bear as a symbol, as it\u2019s a global icon of environmental preservation and is often associated with organisations like WWF<\/a>. We also used wood to produce the medal, reinforcing the ecological message and creating consistency between the material and the concept.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    To make sure your medal tells a story, try incorporating relevant symbols.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

    We recommend selecting symbols that your audience will easily recognise. <\/strong>If you\u2019re holding a race in a major city like London, for instance, you could include the skyline featuring landmarks such as Big Ben. This way, when participants see their medal, they\u2019ll immediately be reminded of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Avoid using generic icons like stars or crowns unless there\u2019s a specific reason for them. Instead, explore cultural or natural elements that can enrich the design and give it greater meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Also, don’t forget that it’s also important to use the right materials. There are different options you can choose from, such as metal<\/a>, wood<\/a>, or acrylic<\/a>. Each material is highly customisable and has unique advantages.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    #3 Consider the Meaning Behind Colours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Did you know that the colours of your medal can help tell a story?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    According to colorpsychology.org<\/em><\/a>,colours can trigger emotions, inspire reactions, and even influence human behaviour. That\u2019s why understanding the meaning behind each colour is essential for creating a truly memorable medal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are the meanings of five commonly used colours:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n