Pet ashes into art : a souvenir paintings with animal hair and/or funeral ashes of your faithful companion
A picturesque alternative to memorial jewelry made from pet ashes
Un bijou, une urne, une pierre tombale rappellent la perte d’un compagnon fidèle, mais une peinture va au-delà du chagrin. Elle fait revivre l’éclat de sa présence, une lueur d’amour dans l’ombre de l’absence...
Transforming your pet's ashes into a work of art
To transform your pet's ashes into a lasting tribute , painting is a unique way to commemorate and honor their presence. Much more than a simple piece of jewelry, it is a work of art that keeps the memory of your companion alive.
Between Memory and Light: The Art of Animal Funeral Ashes
I create bas-relief paintings inspired by iconography , in which your pet's ashes take center stage. These works, rich in texture and symbolism, are intended as calming presences—a silent extension of the unique relationship you shared.
Each painting becomes a space of intimate resonance, a gentle and profound way of going through grief differently , with tenderness and light.
Like my works created with human ashes , my work pays tribute to your companion by combining precious materials and deep symbolism. Real gold or silver leaves, abalone mother-of-pearl, rare pigments... each element is carefully chosen to sublimate the memory. But the very essence of the work, what gives it life, remains the ash . Present at the heart of the painting , it embodies a unique, intimate trace, which crosses time and softens the absence.
In each creation, a glimmer of eternity is revealed
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Or 23 carats
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Argent véritable
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Nacre d’abalone
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Pigments rares et précieux
Works created on cherry wood panels in different formats to adapt to your space.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
418 . 802 . 2135 courrier@claragrouazel.com
Certificate of artistic and life authenticity
To honor the memory of your dog, cat or any other companion dear to your heart, each work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist . This document attests to the uniqueness of the creation , traces the biographical elements of the animal represented, and details the precious materials integrated (gold, silver, mother-of-pearl, etc.), reflections of the intention, emotion and respect shown to its memory.
An art of ashes and memory, in collaboration with a specialist in animal bereavement
Gold Medal
Clara Grouazel : Internationally renowned artist
How do I create my works from your pet's ashes?
A funeral painting — between tenderness, respect and spirituality towards your four-legged companion
My process for painting with ashes from animal cremation
Each cremation work is carried out with deep respect for your companion , their memory and the unique love that united you.
The creative process follows an artistic and spiritual ritual, intended to honor the life of the animal and preserve the soul of memory.
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Preliminary consultation : Before beginning the creation, a meeting is organized with you, the family, or a loved one of the deceased. Depending on your wishes, this meeting may be accompanied by a specialized therapist to support the grieving process. The goal is to gather your wishes, whether they were expressed before your pet's passing or not, and to respect personal rites and traditions as much as possible.
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Material Selection : I carefully select noble pigments, natural binders, mediums, and, if you wish, precious materials such as gold or mother-of-pearl, which resonate with your companion's personality and shared history. Each element is prepared in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
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Incorporation of ashes : Your pet's ashes are delicately incorporated, either into the mediums or directly into the painting. Each gesture is carried out with care, in harmony with your wishes, to preserve the sacred dimension of the bond that united you with your companion (dog, cat, etc.).
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Creation of the work : The painting takes shape in a space filled with silence, gratitude, and contemplation. Each work becomes a luminous bridge between the memory of your pet, shared love, and eternity.
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Finishing and protection : Once the work is completed, it is protected by conservation varnishes, guaranteeing the beauty of the painting and the longevity of the memory, to be passed down through the generations.
Guide to transforming your pet's ashes into a cremation painting
The following are guidelines only. The size of the painting and the amount of ashes used may vary depending on the wishes of the client, the desired style of creation, and the desired emotional intensity.
Exemple de format de tableau commémoratif animalier
24 × 24 inches (approximately 60 × 60 cm)
Quantity of animal funeral ashes required
Between ½ cup and 1 cup of funeral ashes (approximately 125 ml and 250 ml), depending on the desired texture and density of the work.
Personal elements of your pet integrated into the work
For your dog or cat, it is possible to integrate, on request, personal elements such as hair, a collar, a pendant, a medal, a small toy, a scarf, feathers (for birds), in order to reinforce the emotional and intimate dimension of the work.
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Unique Creation : Each painting is a personalized, emotional and spiritual work of art, created from your pet's funeral ashes.
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Daily presence : The work blends harmoniously into your living space, becoming a discreet but constant tribute.
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Guaranteed durability : Unlike jewelry, the painting is protected and durable, allowing you to preserve the memory of your companion over time.
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Freedom of choice : You honor your pet's memory without the constraints of a cemetery or crematorium.
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Strengthened emotional connection : Upon request, personal elements such as hair, a necklace, a toy or other small meaningful items can be incorporated into the work, making this memory even more intimate.
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Respectful process : Carried out in a spirit of reverence and respect for your wishes and rites, each step of the process is designed to honor the memory of your animal.
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Urn compatible : The table does not preclude the use of a funeral urn. If you wish, it can also serve as a double funeral urn, accommodating the ashes of several loved ones.
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Accessible : Flexible pricing depending on the format chosen, with no long-term maintenance costs, for a lasting and affordable tribute.
Comparison table to help you choose a memorable tribute made from your pet's ashes after cremation
Critère | Tableau funéraire de cendres | Bijou funéraire (collier, pendentif) | Diamant de cendres funéraires | Urne funéraire classique | Cimetière ou crématorium |
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Expression artistique | Œuvre unique, émotionnelle et personnalisée | Discret, design élégant, parfois personnalisable | Esthétique fixe, conception raffinée | Sobriété, contenant traditionnel | Lieu de mémoire symbolique |
Risque de perte | Très faible (œuvre accrochée, protégée) | Plus élevé (objet mobile de petite taille) | Faible à modéré (objet précieux) | Faible | Aucun (emplacement encadré) |
Présence au quotidien | Oui, visible dans l’espace de vie choisi | Oui, mais souvent discret ou porté ponctuellement | Généralement conservé ou porté en de rares occasions | Présence dans l’espace privé ou dédié | Présence dans un lieu de recueillement extérieur |
Lien émotionnel | Fort : création sur mesure, riche en sens | Intime et personnel | Symbolique et représentatif | Respectueux, souvent traditionnel | Ancré dans la tradition, collectif |
Liberté du lieu | Oui, choisi librement (domicile, atelier) | Oui | Oui | Oui | Moins flexible (repos dans un lieu défini) |
Dimension spirituelle | Oui, dans une démarche artistique respectueuse | Parfois, selon la symbolique donnée | Rarement associée à un rituel | Parfois (religieux ou symbolique) | Oui, rituel souvent religieux ou culturel |
Intégration d'éléments personnels | Oui (cendres, objets symboliques, souvenirs) | Parfois (mèche de cheveux, cendres) | Non (matière transformée chimiquement) | Rarement | Non |
Coût | Variable, selon format et œuvre | Variable selon matériau et finition | Très élevé (procédé technique complexe) | Variable | Coût d’entretien à long terme possible |
To keep the memory of a deceased animal that is dear to you
It's about keeping alive the memory of a loved one who has passed away and preserving the memory of your faithful four-legged companion through a work of light: an eternal memory, a free and vibrant tribute .
Ordering Process for a Personalized Pet Funeral Painting
Whether you're preparing a funeral tribute for your four-legged friend while they're still alive or offering a final tribute after they've passed away, the process of creating a piece from pet ashes is one filled with respect, memory, and love. Each step of the process is carried out with care and dedication to ensure a unique piece that honors the life, memory, and eternity of your pet.
A unique work of soul, between memory and emotion
Each creation is unique and is born from the encounter between the style and sensitivity of the artist , and the soul of the deceased and/or the wishes of the client .
The work is inspired by the tastes, colors, materials, emotions and environment dear to the deceased, without seeking to depict their appearance.
It radiates a living memory : a work that expresses essence, memory and love , far beyond the body.
Lucie D. – for her dog Max, Quebec
“When Max left us, he left a huge void. Thanks to Clara’s talent, we found a gentle and luminous way to keep his presence by our side. The painting she created surpasses anything I could have imagined: it reflects Max’s quiet strength, his loyalty, and the unconditional love he had for us. Every detail, every texture seems inhabited. It is much more than a work of art; it is a living, precious connection that soothes our grief every day.”
Nathalie G. – for her cat Plume, Quebec
“Plume was discreet, delicate, almost ethereal. Clara captured this essence with overwhelming accuracy. The painting I received is very gentle, both sober and vibrant. Seeing her ashes integrated into it gives me the feeling that she is still there, in a different way. I placed the work in a corner of light, and it has become a place of calm and comfort. Thank you Clara for this creation so respectful and full of soul.”
Thomas R. – for his dog Oslo, Quebec
“ I was deeply moved by the idea of transforming Oslo's ashes into a unique work, but I was afraid I wouldn't find myself there. Clara was a rare listener, sensitive to each shared memory. The painting is deeply symbolic: it tells the story of Oslo without ever freezing it. There is substance, movement, a warmth that I feel with every glance. It is a worthy, poetic tribute, which does justice to the love we had for each other. ”