From November 2024 please visit our new studio at:
1/9 Tamariki Ave, The Nautilus Building, Orewa
Opposite House of Travel & Life Pharmacy
The only limitation to what can be framed, is your imagination...
Custom Picture Framing
Share the moments that made you most happy, see them on your walls every day.
Picture framing is very personal and unique to the specific artwork and individual.
You are warmly invited into our studio for a look around and we would gladly provide you with an one on one consultation when you are ready. There are a number of choices and factors to take into consideration when picture framing so you won't be rushed. We want to help guide you through the experience and make sure you leave with a smile on your face.
We believe you need to touch and feel the picture frame mouldings, matboard and glazing options and see them in real life against your artwork and try out a few options. With our extensive range of over 200 of the latest picture frame mouldings and matboards - sourced both locally and internationally - you will be sure to find something perfect.
We know you will be eager to see your finished framed artwork and we don't think you should have to wait forever - we aim for a 10 day turnaround. We are used to working to tight deadlines as well, so if you needed it yesterday let us know and we'll see what we can do.
Art & Photography
- Prints – open and limited edition
- Originals / Valuable art
- Oil paintings, water colours, acrylics
- Posters
- Children’s art
- Photography: Family, Wedding, Pets
- Canvas stretching
Certificates / Diplomas / Degrees
You've worked for years and gone the whole nine yards to graduate and finally been given a certificate to prove it. Don't hide it away in a drawer, be proud, hang it on the wall and give it the love it deserves.
We've got the standard range of black/white and timber looks, or go for something a bit different and really show your hard work off!
Conservation Framing
If your item has historical, monetary or sentimental value it should be framed using conservation methods which will protect your art and keep it in its most original condition as possible.
- Originals and limited editions
- Diplomas
- Family portraits
- Needlework
Memorabilia
- Botanical specimens
- Childhood memorabilia
- Children’s art
- Clothing (baby booties/christening dress/hats/sports gloves)
- Coins, currency and rare stamps
- Jewellery
- Programmes (wedding/graduation)
- Music memorabilia (vinyl/cassettes/CD album covers/instruments)
- Military medals
- Puzzles
- Sporting memorabilia (jerseys/awards)
Needlework / Tapestries / Hand Lacing
We truly appreciate the skill and patience it takes to create a beautiful needlework or tapestry.
Maybe you made it to celebrate a wedding or grandchild's arrival - turn it into an heirloom with conservation framing and preserve it so it can be passed down for generations to come.
We are trained in hand-lacing and will treat your work with the utmost respect it deserves.
Types of framing:
There are various options, depending on your piece.
Conservation Picture Framing: We are strong advocates of conservation framing. If your item has historical, monetary or sentimental value it should be framed using conservation methods including UV protective glazing and acid free cotton matboard.
Shadow Boxes: Great for 3D objects such as sports jerseys, memorabilia and medals.
Block Mounting: An excellent alternative to canvas printing or a more affordable option for one of your child's many artwork's. Available in 15, 20 or 40mm depths with a black or white edge.
French matting: An old technique which uses watercolour and ink lines around the edge of the mat, it creates a stunning effect - and is all done by hand.
Aluminium frames: A simple modern look which is strong, but lighter than traditional wooden moulding.
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