Alabama Theatre Christmas Ornament (PREORDER)
For generations, the Alabama Theatre has been one of the most beloved symbols of the holiday season in Birmingham. Whether your family never misses the annual Christmas movie series or you simply love the nostalgia of its iconic marquee, this keepsake ornament brings a favorite holiday tradition home.
Featuring an original hand-painted watercolor illustration of the historic Alabama Theatre, each ornament is personalized with either your favorite classic holiday movie on the marquee or a custom family name and year. It's a meaningful keepsake designed to celebrate treasured memories and become part of your own holiday traditions for years to come.
Personalization Options
Each ornament is thoughtfully customized just for you and includes:
- A first-edition print of Jacqueline Powell Gibson's original hand-drawn watercolor illustration
- Your choice of marquee design featuring one of the Alabama Theatre's beloved holiday classics, including The Polar Express, White Christmas, Elf, A Christmas Story, It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Home Alone, The Santa Clause, or even Die Hard
- Or a custom marquee personalized with your family name and year
- A 4" × 4" French Graffiti gold metal and glass ornament frame
- Complimentary Katie Housley luxury gift wrapping, beautifully packaged and ready for gifting
Included With Every Ornament
Every ornament arrives assembled in a premium 4" × 4" French Graffiti gold metal and glass ornament frame, ready to display on your Christmas tree or gift to someone special. Each keepsake is carefully packaged with acid-free protective wrapping and our signature tissue paper, with complimentary luxury holiday gift wrapping.
If you have any special requests, please include them in the Additional Comments section when placing your order.
Each ornament features a high-quality reproduction of an original watercolor painting that is entirely hand-drawn by the artist. Every personalized marquee is individually hand-lettered before printing, making each ornament a one-of-a-kind keepsake created to be treasured and displayed for generations.
Local Pickup Available
Turnaround time is typically 3-4 weeks.
Photo Instructions
Portrait Reference Photo Guidelines
To ensure the best possible hand-drawn portrait, please submit a high-quality reference photo that follows these guidelines:
Clear, high-resolution photo Please provide a sharp, in-focus image where facial details are easy to see.
Bright, even lighting Use natural or fair lighting that clearly shows the subject’s features. Avoid harsh shadows, dark areas, reflections, or glare.
Front-facing position Subjects should be facing the camera directly, with their shoulders squared and their full face visible.
Natural pose Please avoid unusual angles or awkward positions that may make the portrait difficult to capture accurately.
No obstructions Ensure nothing is covering the subject’s face or body, or covering important features.
Size Restrictions
Size Guide
Please note the measurements for our ornament size options, including subject limits for each size:
- Extra Small (XS)
- 1.5 x 2.5 inches
- 1 subject
- Small (S)
- 3 x 3 inches
- Up to 4 subjects
- Medium (M)
- 4 x 4 inches
- Up to 5 subjects
- Large (L)
- 3.5 x 5 inches
- Up to 6 subjects
Need to include more loved ones? We'd be happy to create a custom piece. Please contact us before ordering for a custom quote.
Medium & Details
Medium Watercolor, Micron ink, and graphite pencil on premium watercolor paper.
Size Artwork dimensions vary based on selected ornament size.
Presentation Finished in a gold metal and glass frame from French Graffiti, ready for display.
Details Each portrait is a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn piece created with layered watercolor, fine ink detailing, and delicate pencil shading.