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Floral Bouquet Arrangement

A Personal Invitation to Healing

"Grief is not just something to be endured—it can be transformed into something beautiful, meaningful, and deeply personal. The Ash Rose Project is an opportunity to honor your loved one, engage in a reflective journey, and emerge with a one-of-a-kind artwork infused with their presence."

- Ian McCartor, President & Executive Director

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What is The Ash Rose Project?

A 30-day guided journey of reflection and healing through art. Participants receive a custom ash portrait created with the cremation ashes of their loved one, along with a structured journaling program designed to support their emotional process.

What you'll experience:

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Personalized Ash Portrait

A unique, handcrafted work of art incorporating the ashes of your loved one, created based on imagery that holds deep personal significance.

30-Day Journaling Journey

A structured reflection process with daily prompts to help you express, process, and find meaning in your grief.

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Weekly Consultations

One-on-one time to discuss your vision, memories, and artistic inspiration.

An Invitation to Our Annual Gallery Gathering

Connect with a community of others who have taken this journey, sharing stories of love and transformation.

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The Process : Step by Step

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Initial Consultation

Meet with our artist and grief counselor to discuss your story, your loved one’s memory, and the imagery that best represents them.

Sending the Ashes

You will receive detailed instructions on how to safely send a small portion of cremation ashes to be integrated into the artwork.

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The 30-Day Reflection Process

While your portrait is being created, you will engage in a journaling experience designed to guide you through your grief and honor your loved one’s presence.

Completion & Delivery

Your finished artwork will be carefully prepared and delivered to you, along with an invitation to our annual gallery event.

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Who is This For?

The Ash Rose Project is for you if:

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You have lost a loved one and seek a deeply personal, artistic way to honor their memory.

You are open to engaging in a guided process of reflection and healing.

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You want to transform your grief into a lasting tribute of love and beauty.

You value art as a powerful means of storytelling, connection, and remembrance.

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Dina T, "My Father"

"It took me 3 years to make a decision, while his ashes remained unceremoniously packed in their cardboard box and sitting on my hall closet shelf.

I contacted Ian. 

What he created was beyond what I could have ever imagined.  He so eloquently captured my father’s essence, spirit, and soul."

Get Started

Schedule a personal consultation to explore how The Ash Rose Project can be a meaningful part of your healing journey.

📧 Email: info@theashrose.org
🌐 Website: TheAshRose.org

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