Rockabelly Lifecasts

I had the most incredible experience with CJ at Rockabelly for my torso/bust lifecast. From the very first communication, her customer service was outstanding—she made sure I knew exactly what to expect, which put me completely at ease before the session. On the day, I felt safe, comfortable, and fully informed throughout the process. The final result was beyond anything I could have imagined! The gold artistry of mine is absolutely stunning and exactly what I had envisioned. CJ’s talent is truly exceptional—not only in her craft but also in the way she empowers her clients. I saw several other pieces in the studio, and each one was uniquely beautiful, reflecting the individual tastes of her clients. She puts so much care into hand-painting each piece, making it a true work of art. I’ve already received so many compliments on mine, and I couldn’t be happier. If you’re considering a lifecast, I can’t recommend Rockabelly and CJ highly enough!Moreexpand_more

CJ and Andre of Rockabelly made me SMILE again with the incredible work they undertook restoring my beautiful life cast wall sculpture! I had shipped her from the US to the UK and when I received her I was devastated as both her arms were crushed, she had hairline cracks on her legs and a lot of the paint coating chipped…I truly believed the damage was irreparable! I can say with full confidence that CJ and Andre were truly miracle workers and I cant be any happier as she's now as good as new. I highly recommend Rockabelly for any of your artistic endeavours, they are true professionals and lovely, lovely people. .

I can't thank and praise CJ and Andre highly enough for the handcast they have created for me. Holding hands together was always important for my husband and myself, but especially so after his cancer diagnosis. And following his death, the wonderful handcast they made of his left hand has become an incredibly special physical reminder of our relationship. From the very start of the process, their understanding and compassion has helped me with my grieving process. While their skill at their art has given me something poignant and unique to comfort me for the rest of my life. At every part of the process, they have kept me informed, provided choices and advice and most importantly, understood exactly what I was trying to encapsulate. I wholeheartedly recommend their services. (Helen Clark, March 2024).

Oh my goodness where do I start. Absolutely beautifully cast with the exact finish I asked for. CJ is an artist in her field and I really couldn't recommend her enough!

I did a pregnancy cast when I was just a few weeks away from delivery. CJ made me feel very relaxed and natural and the whole process was smooth and fun from start to finish. I collected the end product this week and it is stunning; everything I hoped for and a life long reminder of a magical time in my life. CJ clearly enjoys what she does and puts so much effort into making it a personalised and individual experience. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her and the service. You forget things very quickly and this is a fantastic way to remember something awesome!

What a wonderful experience. Our daughter is interested in FX make-up and for her 16th birthday we searched the internet for somewhere to make a face cast to allow her to make her own prosthetics. So lucky to stumble across Rockabelly. After a phone call with Andrè where he gave me so much information I didn't hesitate to book a session for a face cast. On arrival we met Andrè and his partner, CJ, (and Teddy the dog). Lots more information and discussion about what to expect put my daughter at ease. It was a fascinating experience. So much care and attention to the safety aspects of life-casting and detailed explanation of every step and the materials to use, giving us sufficient knowledge in case we decide to try it ourselves. Andrè and CJ made it look easy but they are clearly experts in this field. Andrè's vast experience in the film industry makes him such a valuable source of information too. Once the mould was taken off and my daughter had managed to get most of the Nivea cream out of her hair :o) we went for lunch to allow enough time for the plaster to set and for finishing. When we returned Andre and CJ explained the original mould was in tact after the first cast so they were able to make a second cast which we could use as a back up (doesn't happen often so it appears we were lucky). The result is fantastic and the experience overall was great. If you are looking for life-casting then Rockabelly is highly recommended and you can have every confidence in Andre and CJ. Thank you both for a great day.Moreexpand_more

Where to start…. ! What a fantastic experience! CJ and her partner Andre were so welcoming and made the whole experience absolutely incredible and memorable. I bought the casting as a gift for my mum and dads 40th wedding anniversary and I'm so so pleased I did, and that we did with Rockabelly. My mum and dad couldn't quite believe it, they were absolutely buzzing when we left the studio. CJ and Andre made it such a fun experience. They explain thoroughly each process from start to finish and went through in quite some detail all of the various 'finishes' on offer. We cannot wait to see the finished product. CJ was telling us about some of her other projects with other customers and the fact that she has repeat customers who trust her wholeheartedly is a testament to the work she does…. Seriously impressive! The only downside is we haven't done it sooner ! Would 1,000,000% recommend.Moreexpand_more

Having a life cast done has been a great and fun experience. CJ explains every stage of the casting process which puts you at ease when having the cast taken. The final result is even better than we thought and we are very happy with the quality. Thank you so much CJ and I’m already planning having the next cast done.

We have the torso hanging on the bedroom wall and it really looks nice. I am so glad I decided to make it and I am so lucky to find CJ. Making the torso and having it is something I would say is priceless, for both the experience and the end result. I did not have much knowledge about the different effects of metals. Before I finally decided to have copper coating, I asked questions to CJ - many and in detail. CJ kept being so warm and friendly, incredibly patient and very professional, explaining thoroughly and giving me creative suggestions. To be very honest, I was still not sure how it would look when I decided. It is hard to feel 100% certain about the finished work as words and photos are not exactly the same as a sculpture in front of you. However, after having exchanged many emails, I became very much certain that I can trust CJ 100% for her professionalism, creativity and last but not least, her sincerity. If she says it is going to suit my torso, it will. It turned out that my husband and myself love it. Thank you so much again, CJ.Moreexpand_more

Wanted to get a sentimental gift for my dad for Xmas and decided a casting would be a beautiful keepsake! Found CJ online and from the moment I spoke on the phone with CJ I new I didn’t need to look anywhere else! CJ Really took the time to let me explain what I wanted over the phone and I booked up straight away! On arrival to CJ’s house my dad and I were greeted with such warmth and kindness by Both CJ and Andre! The entire process did not take long and during the moulding time and through-out the whole experience CJ kept us updated with what was happening and what to expect next! The whole experience so far was fantastic, what I was not expecting was my reaction when I see the final finished piece! Totally lost for words at how amazingly talented CJ is! The piece is far more than what I ever expected and to top it off my dad loves it! I will be coming back and I cannot put into words how wonderful this experience is! I cannot explain the feeling when you see your own personal casting but I promise if you visit CJ you won’t be disappointed xx.Moreexpand_more

I wanted to do something different, and memorable for my Mum's Birthday, when I came across Rockabelly Lifecasts. Not only did we feel very welcome on arrival, the time during the hand cast was enjoyable. CJ kept us in the loop during the process and the outcome was superb. We are all thrilled with the results. Mum called recently and told me that the hand cast had her cry 'happy tears' because it is a gift like no other. The delicate detail to each hand came from the hand of a true passionate talent. Very impressed.

I had a pregnancy belly cast made by Rockabelly Lifecasts. The entire experience from start to finish was excellent. CJ was extremely professional, attentive thorough and paid attention to fine details. From health and safety aspects in the consultation to capturing the perfect hand positions on the cast. The actual casting session was stress free and my husband and I were immediately made to feel at ease in her studio. She was always in communication and the final product was simply beautiful. I will, without a doubt 100%  Rockabelly Lifecasts.

I loved having the children's hands done by CJ I had done lots of research to find the right person for the job and she was certainly just that! She was so laid back with my three children two of whom have special needs so needed that extra bit of time and patience to get the cast done. She was amazing with them and our hand piece I will treasure for the rest of my life it's so beautiful and worth every penny! Thank you CJ xxx.

I found Rockabelly after our baby son died, having received a recommendation from our funeral director. I decided to have hand / feet casts made so that I could keep holding my sons hand and also because I spent so much time rubbing his tiny feet when he was in hospital (the only thing not covered in tubes / wires). CJ was so kind and patient with me, explaining the whole process in detail and answering all my questions. CJ kept me updated on each stage of the process, which I found very reassuring. I now have Noah’s casts home with me and I am so glad to have something so beautiful and so personal to remind me of our baby boy. Although losing him was an incredibly traumatic experience, both CJ and Andre worked hard to make sure I wasn’t pressured into making any decisions that I may come to regret and were so thoughtful. I am very grateful for all their kindness, understanding, compassion and sensitivity during a very difficult time and am overwhelmed at their artistic expertise, creating such an amazing memory for me to keep and cherish forever.

CJ went out of her way to ensure my life casting took place before surgery for breast cancer. She literally put her life on hold in order to meet my deadline. Her professional attitude and exuberant personality added to the whole experience and she took time to explain every stage and to take photos of your special moment. The finished piece is absolutely beautiful and has been lovingly crafted by her. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her once again for creating not only a work of art but a most treasured possession. Thank you CJ, you are amazing.

I have had two casts made by CJ and the whole process from. Start to finish is fantastic. I had my bump during my pregnancy which I was so impressed with the finished product and can't wait to did ply it in my new home. I then had my daughters hand and foot which are fantastic CJ was so patient to make sure the finished result was exactly as we wished !

I decided to have a cast done when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As soon as I spoke to CJ I was put at ease and her kindness and patience were evident. She understood time was limited as my surgery date was already booked. The process itself was simple and fun and I felt no discomfort. I wasn't put under any pressure to choose finishes etc. The end result was beautiful, I love it and it has pride of place in the bedroom.

My wife and I visited CJ last year inquiring about having our hands cast. Initially we were thinking of plaster finish but once we saw some of CJ's glass works, we knew we had to have it made in crystal glass. It has been a brilliant experience from start to finish. CJ kept us up to date with regular emails of how she was progressing. When we received the call that they were ready to collect, we were very excited. Words cannot describe just how happy we were with our crystal glass hands. They are absolutely fantastic and the hard work and skill that went into them is quite incredible. Thank you CJ, you exceeded our expectations by miles.

I cannot express what a wonderful experience having our lifecast done with Rockerbelly was and the finished cast is just AMAZING. The wait was all part of the experience and anticipating what the end result would be like and we couldn't have been more chuffed. Our cast is truly something that will last forever and true meaning. CJ is clearly a passionate artist who is extremely talented.

CJ is an great artist, we had our belly cast made by her , it was absoutely stunning ! She is so patient and explain everything really clearly before we start. She makes the whole experience so enjoyable and we cant recommend her enough !