After the devastating Los Angeles fires of 2025, I began collecting charcoal from burned trees in Altadena— especially from spots that hold special memories for me. Altadena, a designated "Tree City," is a place where the precious canopies and nature diversity have long been treasured. I felt a need to find a way to give our 100 year-old trees new life… to preserve them along with the memories that they hold. I also found creating art especially healing during a time when there was so much trauma all around. We lost so much so quickly. I'm so grateful for the very resilient and creative community I'm surrounded by, who work each day to bring new life and love to what was lost, and a new future to our treasured community. I'm grateful for art and the effect it has on healing us. I'm grateful for these pieces in "Ember & Light" where a bit of Altadena charcoal lives on in each one.

Using natural materials such as limestone, sand, handmade paper, burlap, acrylic, pastels, and charcoal, these textured landscapes and abstract works reflect strength and renewal. Some pieces resemble rock, stone, or marble-- symbols of resilience. Not a return to what was, but the building of a stronger foundation, both within ourselves and in our recovering cities. We are all building a brand new foundation on which to stand on every single day.

While these pieces contain traces of destruction, my hope is that these works will bring calm, optimism, and a reminder that beauty can rise from what once was lost.

-Anna

How it works

From Studio to Your Wall

01  Browse & Choose   

Every piece is a one-of-a-kind original. Browse at your own pace — sold pieces remain visible.

02  Secure Checkout

Pay safely. Your order is confirmed by email immediately. Each piece ships directly from Anna's Pasadena studio.

03  Packed with Care

Every work is wrapped in archival tissue and packed in a rigid mailer. Framed and larger pieces ship on board with protective corners. For local purchases I am happy to hand deliver them to you!

04A Tree is Planted

With every purchase, a tree is planted in an area where one was lost. Your piece carries real Altadena charcoal — a fragment of what once stood. Trees for purchases in 2026 will be planted in the fall of 2026, during optimal planting conditions.

From the collection

Where Memory Lives

Each piece contains real Altadena charcoal from a tree that was lost during the fires. From a specific street, a specific tree, a specific moment in time. Held in this place for now, to build new memories and new homes. From trees, to ashes, to art.

The Fine Print

All artwork is the sole property of me, Anna Hasbun, and is held under copyright even after purchase. I retain all rights to purchased artwork, including commissions. I retain the right to make reproductions of all artwork I create. If you would like to discuss purchasing the rights, please contact me. The collector may not reproduce the artwork without written permission. If you would like to share my artwork or photos on social media or a blog, please credit me. The images, artwork, and contents of this website may not be copied or used for personal or professional gain without the written permission of Anna Hasbun.

Return Policy: All sales are final.

Shipping: Original art will ship within 1-2 weeks of purchase. If you would like to add the option for a signature upon arrival please contact me. There will be a small additional fee. For local purchases, I would be happy to personally deliver to you!