Framing & Fine Art Blog

Explore art insights, framing trends, and behind-the-scenes stories.

Geometric shapes and dynamic lines in artwork
What are Evaluations and Appraisals?

You might think that art evaluations and art appraisals are one in the same. Alas, you are mistaken – there is a big difference. Let’s learn! An art evaluation is…

Persimmons Serigraph by Maki Haku
Is 50% Off Really 50% Off?

An interesting topic recently came up with a friend of mine. She had just come back from a trip to Europe with several beautiful pieces of artwork. We were at…

Framed certificate of appreciation with an American flag folded in a triangular display case.
Olympic Fever – Framing Style!

Did you go to the Olympics and find something wonderful? If not, did you get to watch any of the events and root on your country? If you did and…

Autumn landscape with river and trees
Australian Artist Ken Strong Does Giclée!

Ken was born in Brisbane, Australia in 1960 and since the early eighties has been juggling dual careers in Art and Civil Engineering. Through the NSW University of Technology in…

Cozy modern living room with white sectional sofa and cityscape artwork.
Giclée – What is it?

Giclée, doesn’t that sound nice? Pronounced zhee-KLAY, it is a neologism used in 1991 and made popular by printmaker Jack Duganne while he was working at Nash Editions and wanted…

Abstract painting with textured blue, gray, and orange brushstrokes.
Getting to know the incredible Michael Godfrey

Michael Godfrey is a talented and imaginary landscape artist whose work can be seen in in numerous private and corporate collections. Godfrey was born in Germany in l958 and raised…

Abstract view of a purple geometric architectural structure.
Capturing Memories with Unique Shadow Boxes

Everyday we hustle from one place to another getting along with our busy lives. For me, time seems to be continually speeding up. There are certain memories worth taking a…

Modern dining area with wooden table and wall art.
Why should you care about conservation glass?

What is Conservation Glass? We’ve all heard about the dangers of ultraviolet light rays – particularly to our skin, but exposure to UV light causes organic material to break down…

Compass and Sextant
Gift Ideas: Give framing a try!

Give the gift of a Memory! It is truly incredible all the different types of things you can frame these days and the variety of all the ideas you can…

Abstract textile art with layered fabric and stitched details.
Framing diplomas. Get inspired

Diploma Framing! What do you know about it? First off I would like to congratulate all the 2012 graduates! Whether you have just graduated from high school, completed your Bachelor’s…