Nearly 90 years after Amelia Earhart's mission to fly around the world ended in mystery, we were asked to preserve a note she had signed before her fateful trip. The clients brought us the note encapsulated in a protective case and challenged me to create a display that would tell more about Ameila’s story. This [...]
Marcus Aurelius had it right, what stands in the way becomes the way. I never thought our family vacation would evoke the sentiment of an ancient stoic but that’s what happened when the ten of us set out for Maui. Delayed flights led to cancelled flights and that led to all of us stranded around [...]
This was a first for me. Not building the shadowbox; but using white suede as a background color. I’ve always been a fan of using dark dignified colors for military displays. But this project needed to be special. I wanted the design to be fresh and dramatic, worthy of this distinguished Air Force retiree. He [...]
My obsession with innovation for frame design is notorious with my staff. I’m often met with a look of disbelief when I tell them what I want to build. They learned long ago that just because I’ve never done it before, does not mean I won’t attempt it. It’s a philosophy that may be best [...]
This could be my favorite shadowbox of all time and that’s saying something since I’ve been putting my passion for framing into building extraordinary frames for twenty-five years. This project is special to me because of the technique I used to mount the watch. The antique items presented a challenge and I knew I wanted [...]
I think I'm in love with these project ideas. We're ready to help you surprise your love this Valentine's Day with a creative frame that they will remember forever.
We wanted to create a special frame design for this signed Mike Trout jersey and collector photos. Our team went to work designing an elaborately cut mat that is worthy of this baseball superstar. How we care for the jersey Our primary objective is always to protect the items we're framing from damage of all [...]
Once in a career, I might have dreamed to create a shadowbox as epic as this one. Scratch that. I NEVER imagined I would get to work on a project this cool. It's big, it's unique and it's extraordinary! One of my very favorite long time clients brought in a rare 1890's buffalo hide coat [...]
New over-sized art has just arrived Large spaces can be a challenge to fill. Sweeping ceilings, long walls and large-scale rooms can swallow art that is too small. Leaving the room looking out of balance without a dramatic focal point. I offer you some tips for selecting the right sized art for your [...]
Our approach to custom framing begins with creative inspiration. It's the artist is us! Every frame project is as unique as it's owner and our committment is to make yours a one-of-a kind work of art. Our team of artists is ready to add creative touches and hand-painted embellishments to your frame.