Refined Memories™

Handcrafted Memorial Artwork from Ashes

Refined Memories™ creates bespoke mineral-based portrait artworks from a photograph, with the option to incorporate a small amount of ashes from a loved one or a beloved pet. Each piece is individually handcrafted in the United Kingdom as a calm, lasting tribute for the home.

Personalised memorial portraits, cremation ashes artwork, and pet memorial artwork — all made by hand using a proprietary mineral-based process.

Photograph to Artwork

Send us a favourite photograph. We translate it into a refined, hand-finished portrait that lives quietly and beautifully in your home.

Commission Gallery

A selection of recent commissions: framed memorial portraits of people and pets, created from customer photographs and finished by hand in the studio.

How It Works

  1. Share a photograph. Begin your commission and upload a favourite image.
  2. Optional: send a small amount of ashes. We will send simple, respectful instructions by email after your order.
  3. We handcraft your artwork. Each piece is individually made using our proprietary mineral-based process. Typical production time is 4–6 weeks.
  4. Delivered framed and ready to hang. Tracked courier delivery, carefully packed.

Commission Collections

  • A4 Framed Artwork — £445 (VAT included). Full-frame presentation.
  • A3 Premium Framed Artwork — £495 (VAT included). Mounted with a white border for a gallery-style presentation.

Frame finishes available: White, Black, Gold.

Begin your commission

Memorial Artwork from Ashes

Our memorial artwork incorporates a small amount of cremation ashes into a handcrafted portrait. It is a subtle, dignified way to keep a loved one present in the home — neither an urn nor a keepsake hidden away, but a piece of art you live with every day.

Learn more about memorial artwork from ashes · How to turn ashes into artwork

Pet Memorial Artwork

For families remembering a beloved pet, we create personalised pet memorial portraits from a photograph, with the option to incorporate a small portion of ashes. A calm, lasting tribute to a dog, cat, or other companion.

Meaningful ways to remember a beloved pet

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I incorporate ashes into the artwork?

Yes. A small amount of ashes can be respectfully incorporated into your commission. We send simple instructions by email after your order is placed.

How long does a commission take?

Typical production time is 4–6 weeks from receipt of your photograph and ashes (if applicable).

What sizes and frames are available?

A4 Framed Artwork at £445 and A3 Premium Framed Artwork at £495, both VAT included. Frames are available in White, Black, or Gold.

Do you create pet memorial artwork?

Yes. We create memorial portraits for both people and pets using the same handcrafted process.

How is the artwork made?

Each piece is individually handcrafted in the UK using our proprietary mineral-based process.

Where are you based?

Refined Memories™ is the trading name of Raffinato Finishes Ltd, based in Rossendale, Lancashire, United Kingdom.