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Art From Ashes was initially founded after years of research and numerous attempts to locate artistic glass memorials that would properly honor the memory of our treasured pets. We know first hand the devastating pain caused by the death of a loved one and the comfort that enduring memories provide.  We were inspired by the beauty and the strength of a favorite grandmother’s paperweight collection, acquired over a 100 year lifetime of travel and memories.  In response to numerous requests we now also create remembrances incorporating human cremated remains.  The bird in our logo represents a Phoenix, the legendary symbol of immortality.

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Art From Ashes is pleased to announce a new line of memorial jewelry, which will be available on-line shortly. Please contact us for more details or to place orders in advance. Please check back for updates.

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About the Artists

Robert Burch

Robert Burch has been working in blown glass for over 35 years, creating exquisite works of art in his 200 year-old barn/studio in Putney, VT.   His glasswork includes vases, perfume bottles, paperweights, as well as glass sculpture and one-of-a-kind commissioned pieces.  In Robert's words, “Most of my inspiration comes from my natural surroundings, and is further enhanced by the beauty of the glass in its molten state.” Robert’s works have been shown in numerous juried shows and galleries across the country since 1977.  In 1998 he was commissioned to create a glass ornament for the White House Christmas tree. In 2001, Robert was commissioned to create the Vermont Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, and has created this glass sculpture award every year since.  Macy’s, Bloomingdales, and Neiman-Marcus are some of his commercial clients.

Kevin Kilgore

In addition to individual glass pieces, Art From Ashes is thrilled to offer the Glass-Topped Walking Stick, a unique pet remembrance that integrates the beauty of Robert Burch's glasswork with the artistry of Kevin Kilgore's hand-carved walking sticks.  Kevin has been handcrafting wooden walking sticks for many years. An avid outdoorsman, he uses only non-endangered trees native to New England to create functional and beautiful works of art, usually in lightweight maple.  Kevin's shoulder-high walking sticks are terrific for hiking, birding, backpacking or walking on uneven surfaces, as their length provides greater strength and stability.  The natural leather handgrip provides additional comfort and keeps your glass pet memorial within view.

Caitlin Burch

An award-winning, second generation glassblower, Caitlin spent time in the studio from infancy with her mother and father, Robert Burch. In Caitlin's words, “My initial inspiration for working with glass is its inherent grace and beauty.  The ability to transfer and capture the organic fluidity of the molten glass in a finished form or vessel is absolutely magical and amazing.”  Caitlin works in two-related glass fields: hand-blown glass and lampwork jewelry.  Her work is available in galleries nationally and at fine craft shows.

   

Consider this perfect gift for friends and relatives to use when they are ready to select a glass remembrance in memory of a loved one.

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