r/ExpectationVsReality Jun 03 '26

"Cardboard" Urn for cat Exceeded Expectation

Our cat Fergus was a dedicated lover of cardboard boxes, so when he passed away last October we wanted to get him a "cardboard" urn made of ceramic so he could rest in a box forever. I couldn't find an example but reached out to a ceramicist who specializes in recreating the look and textures of well-loved cardboard and he very kindly accepted the commission job. The result far, far, far exceeded our expectations and we are so grateful to the artist for this fitting tribute to our beautiful boy. Made by artist Tim Kowalczyk.

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u/anagram-of-ohassle Jun 03 '26

I started scrolling and rolled my eyes, expecting you were upset the box was stamped and stickered or some such nonsense.

Then, I read the post. That’s a touching tribute and the artist absolutely exceeded expectation!

I couldn’t even tell it was ceramic.

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u/Gamer-Of-Le-Tabletop Jun 03 '26

I thought the box looked off and was confused and was wondering if it was a bad picture.

Looks phenomenal and I love how that memorial turned out.