Memorials

Anyone wishing to create a lovely physical reminder of the life of someone they love or respect can create a memorial. 

Often, memorial creation frees a person to be able to release the cremated remains of their loved one(s) to either: whatever their wishes were at time of passing, to burial, or to the elements (as allowed) since the living loved one now has an uplifting, tactile, and visible reminder of the life and impact of the one they love and/or respect. 

Creating a memorial can take 2-3 months, depending on several factors, longer if a work is multiple pieces.  A newly cast stone is allowed a full month to cure before being painted.  Choosing a ready made base may shorten the time, but this is not for everyone.  If you need a memorial project by a certain date please let me know right away so I can try to accomodate. 

Yes.  Both standard memorials (without cremains) and cremation memorials (with cremains) are offered for people and pets.  The equipment for cremation memorial pieces are separate from those for standard art works, and in that separation of equipment, there are also separate molds for people and separate molds for pets.

No. Adding cremains to your remembrance is a deeply personal choice.  There are also obstacles to adding cremains at times, even if it is desired.  For instance, with human memorials, certain religious beliefs do not permit keepsakes from cremains.

Yes, each memorial that I have permission to post is on our Facebook page with a brief intro by me, and writing by the person commissioning the piece(s). Feel free to scroll our page to read their stories anytime.  

Once you let me know you are interested in creating a memorial, we will communicate by email to discuss your project in detail.  It’s fine if you already have an idea of what you want, and it’s fine if you are open to suggestions that may fit your situation.  You will choose the type of stone, the color palette, and if you wish to add a photo, have the opportunity to suggest and give input on the final presentation of any picture you may want included.  We can also discuss if you would like a single piece memorial or if you would like multiple pieces made as a part of a family remembrance.

I am always open to helping you create your unique vision. We could discuss a memorial journal or guest book, a ring tree to hold your beloved’s class or wedding ring, groupings of photos in small frames or on magnets, vessels to hold dog tags or other significant items. The real significance is in your heart for the project. We can create so many more things than I have the space to mention, but it’s what you envision that matters, and I would love to help you bring your project to life.

We do have bases that can be made for displaying your pieces. If you have something else specific in mind just communicate with us. We will be honest and let you know if we feel like we can do justice to your idea.

Absolutely. If you and your family or group would like multiple pieces in the same remembrance, that is fully possible.  Perhaps a group of siblings would all want to have a memorial in the memory of your parents, or perhaps several children would each like a special keepsake by which to remember a beloved pet.  It is much easier and less costly to communicate this to me at the start of your project so everything can be prepared concurrently.

Creating a memorial that you intend to gift is best done with the consent and involvement of the intended recipient(s). In my experience, the risk of “ruining the surprise” is far less than that of an accidentally creating more stress for the person/people in need of comfort at a challenging time. There are times when gifting a memorial is appropriate, and I trust that you will make the right decision. Another option is to sponsor a memorial for someone, and allow them to walk through the process themselves as a way to forward their own healing.

Yes. I never want you to rush your memorial creation. My hope is to walk with you in peace and clarity through your process. I will hold the sponsorship contract for up to one year from the date of issue, and then I will return it to the client to do as they wish.

At this time I do not offer larger sized projects or projects done in resin.  Mosiac shards are resin sealed, as are photo magnets, but only very small items are offered.  I also only offer text inclusions that are unpainted additions to the work.  

I will never knowingly take on a project that is not commissioned with every good hearted and positive intention, both for the living as well as the deceased. I know my own intentions come from a place of positivity and hope for renewal and peace, and I will not go against that.  

I look forward to getting to know you and to helping you create a memorable project.  Scroll down to the next section and send along your information and any questions or ideas you may have to start, and I will return your message within 3-5 business days.  

For reference, in field labled “Stone Type” you can describe the style of stone you think you would like with whatever description is best to you, if you’re unsure, just type “unsure.”