A Hand-Carved Headstone
Made By Artists
It is never an easy thing to have the responsibility of creating a lasting headstone that truly captures the character and life of someone you love. We believe that headstones should be a work of art; contemporary or classical, celebrating and immortalising the life of your loved one. The traditional hand carved approach ensures that vibrancy and soul is infused into the work, creating a most personal and heartfelt reminder.
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Every headstone we create is hand carved in our London or Somerset workshop and designed by one of our highly experienced team who will guide you through the whole process from design through to installation. This personalised approach is the best way of getting a truly individual and exceptional headstone.
The Design
With endless possibilities, finding the right design can take time. Often people come to us with photos or an object that represents their loved one. Sometimes other headstones or engravings that they like.
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However it is equally common for people to have no idea where to start. It is best to reach out and together we can realise a design that is both meaningful and beautiful.
​Sometimes, when there are no words. A simple and meaningful design can be incredibly powerful.
We are happy to fulfil any request you make from dates on a pebble to an elaborate poem or sculpture.
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As sculptors as well a letter carvers, we can incorporate relief carving, animals, plants, portraits and fully sculptural elements into a headstone. This enables us to create memorials that go considerably beyond the conventional shapes and designs offered by most other memorial masons.
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The Inscription
Choosing the Right Stone
There are a huge variety of beautiful stones in varying colours and textures that bring soul and life to carving and will stand the test of time.
We prefer to use British stone where possible. There is a huge array of beautiful stone from our islands. Some of our favourites include, Portland stone, Purbeck, Welsh slate, Cumbrian slate. We generally prefer to work with limestone, sandstone or marble or slate for the best results.
Sometimes the stone choice can be lead by aesthetics or design. Sometimes an emotional connection to a specific location can be a powerful factor in the decision.
We love to visit historic cemeteries, the tranquillity of nature juxtaposed with aged stone monuments to man is powerful. We believe it is our responsibility to ensure that our additions to these beautiful places live up to the craftsmanship of generations past.
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