During 2011, upon hearing that her grandmother had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, Astyn produced a short documentary on Mary's life to preserve her memories for their family and future generations. After Mary's passing many people saw the film and began requesting one of their parents and family members. With filmmaking already a passion of Astyn's and the opportunity to help other families pass on their loved ones memories, Astyn began Kinship Productions which is focuses on telling stories and preserving special family memories.