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Memorials
Handcrafted memorials to honour loved ones beautifully. Creating a memorial is a way to honour the life of someone we loved, by making something beautiful you can express the world of respect and admiration you have for those who had been a part of your life.
The memorial stone is a way of allowing that person to be remembered and a place where one can go to focus their thoughts and memories. It can remind you fondly, and highlight the individuality to the world, if the life you are commemorating.
The stone may be there for hundreds or even thousands of years for future generations to appreciate and will give an insight into the life that was lived. Great grandchildren may find themselves running their small hands over the stone and feel a nostalgic connection with history and their ancestors past.
You may have just a vague idea of what your memorial will look like. Or you may have a more detailed plan, either way, we can work together and take your thoughts and ideas and transform them in to something beautiful.
Why Choose mayastone?
Artisan Craftsmanship
Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, ensuring a unique, high-quality product tailored to your specific requirements.
Personalised Solutions
We collaborate closely with clients, providing personalised designs that reflect cherished memories and individual stories.
Durable Quality
Our materials and techniques guarantee that your memorials and artworks will withstand the test of time, preserving memories for generations.
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The Process – Memorials
An initial meeting is always helpful. I aim to spend some time learning all I can about the deceased and about how you would like to remember them. It can be helpful to read a eulogy and sit down together to talk it over.
I will come up with some sketches, and develop your thoughts into a unique design. The process can take time and several amendments to come up with something you are completely happy with. There are always considerations to take in to account such as the surroundings, restrictions of the churchyard or cemetery that we will make sure we work with.
Then we will look at different types of stone and find one most suitable. I like to use more local stones where possible as these fit in to the surroundings and also help to reduce the environmental impact.
Once we’ve agreed on a design I will take a deposit and order the stone.
The design will be drawn on with a pencil by hand and then carved with a chisel and dummy. It is a traditional wat that I believe gives the lettering life and vitality and feels much more personal than computer generated, machine cut letters. It does of course take longer and costs a bit more, but the difference it make in creating something so personal and so unique is invaluable.
You are welcome to visit the workshop and see work in progress this is best done by appointment, as I may not be in the workshop all working hours.