PPFA Certified frame shop. Conservation framing and consultation.
We offer professional custom framing from basic to high-end quality framing for original art work, limited editions, prints, posters, photography, object shadow boxes, memorabilia and all textiles.
Commercial and Residential. We make house-calls. On-site services and installation. Design consultations. Certified Picture Framer on staff.
Keywords: framing, custom, professional, art, prints, large format printing, photo restoration, photo composition, mounting, laminating, giclee, on-site, service, repair, certified, conservation, museum glass, no-glare, canvas stretching
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1996.
What is your primary product or service?
We offer professional custom framing, from basic to high-end quality framing, for all variety of prints, photography, posters, limited edition, original art work, object shadow boxes, memorabilia and textiles.
We have a variety of artwork by great artists from around the world. Oil paintings, animation, celebrity and sport art, collectibles and decorative art. Choose from limited and open edition art for your collection and decor.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
With thirty years in graphic design I have a wide rage of presentation experience in various design and managerial positions. Love of art and my passion to create the exquisite, but appropriate frame design with the consideration of your input.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our shop located in Fearrington Village, just south of Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
We provide services beyond your average local frame shop and big-box frame shop, such as on-site services, custom mirror design, repairs and installation. Our specialty includes designing and building shadow boxes for objects, antiques, sport memorabilia and all varieties of textile and fabric art.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location.
Provide detailed directions to your location
See our web site for map-link as well as a printable pdf directions sheet. Only 10 minutes from UNC.
What type of payments do you accept?
Check, VISA and MasterCard.
Which areas do you service?
Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Apex, Cary, Durham, Morrisville and Raleigh.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Steve Shafer, CPF
Certified Picture Framer, Designer, Consultant
What are your hours of operation?
By appointment, Monday through Saturday, in-studio or on-site at your location. Complimentary estimates.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Become a repeat customer.