Custom Picture Framing
There’s something magical about the moment someone brings us a precious piece to frame. Sometimes it’s a family heirloom that’s been carefully wrapped in tissue paper, other times it’s a contemporary artwork that needs just the right presentation to sing. Whatever crosses our threshold, we know each piece carries its own story and deserves its own unique solution.
The Art of Possibility
When you’ve been in the framing game as long as we have, you learn that framing is really about problem-solving. Just this morning, we were puzzling over how to display a pair of ceremonial brass masks from South America. They’re gorgeous pieces, but with barely anything to anchor them, they presented quite the creative challenge. This is where our background in industrial design really shines – we love these moments where we get to think beyond the conventional.
Our Philosophy
We believe every piece deserves more than just a frame – it deserves a solution that protects, preserves, and presents it in its best light. Sometimes that means walking past a challenging piece for several days, letting ideas percolate until we hit on exactly the right approach. It’s not just about what looks good today; it’s about what will still look magnificent and remain perfectly preserved years from now.
Understanding Your Needs
Every framing project starts with a conversation. We want to understand not just what you’re framing, but why it matters to you. Is it a piece of fine art that needs museum-quality presentation? A cherished family photograph that needs preservation? Or perhaps it’s something completely unexpected – like those vintage tools from the 1860s we recently transformed from shed-dwelling curiosities into conversation-starting wall art.
Fine Art and Photography
When you’re dealing with fine art or professional photography, the stakes are high and the details matter. We understand that each medium has its own requirements, from the acid-free matting that protects your piece to the UV-protective glazing that keeps your colours true. But beyond these technical considerations, we’re thinking about how to make your piece command attention in just the right way.
Family Treasures and Memorabilia
Some of our most rewarding projects involve preserving family history. Whether it’s medals, documents, or three-dimensional objects, we approach each piece with a conservator’s care and a storyteller’s eye. We’ll help you choose materials and techniques that not only protect your treasures but present them in a way that helps tell their story.
Key considerations we’ll discuss:
- Conservation needs for different materials
- Environmental factors in your display space
- Best practices for long-term preservation
- Creative mounting solutions for unusual items
The Technical Side
While we love getting technical (and we’re happy to dive into the details if you’re interested), what matters most is the end result. That said, here are some of the professional-grade options we offer:
- Museum-quality conservation materials
- UV-protective glazing options
- Custom-built frames to suit your specific needs
- Archival-quality mounting techniques
Making It Personal
Every framer can put a frame around something. We’re here to do more than that. We’re here to help you showcase what matters to you, whether that’s a precious family photograph or a complete gallery wall. And because we’re just off the CBD with parking right at our door, you can bring us your most challenging pieces without wrestling them down a busy high street.
Let’s talk about what you’d like to frame. Sometimes the pieces that seem the most challenging end up creating the most stunning results.