Artists Frame Service

There is traditionally no torture in the framing process, but leave it to us to push the boundaries of framing.

This shadowbox has been sitting prominently on our counter for about a year. See that enticing dish of candy there? You can’t have any. The candy is framed with museum glass, a product with an anti-reflective coating that can make it appear invisible! The candy sample is an educational tool, innocently demonstrating the product, but I have to admit getting some pleasure out of watching people get fooled by it. Little kids and big kids alike go for the candy.  The best are the kids who are just counter height – face to face with temptation. They usually go for the candy with a furtive motion, hoping for a sweet sweet forbidden candy secret stolen moment. But then, ah hah! No candy for you!

We don’t let the torture go on very long though. If you are charmed by the amazing clarity of the museum glass and reach for the untouchable candy, we will gladly give you a real piece in the color of your choice. Our intention is to inspire you to use the glass in your home, for torturing young children if you like, but mostly for making your art look terrific. With museum glass you get vivid colors, no glare and 99% protection from ultraviolet light. Sweet.

Check out these items framed half with regular glass and half museum glass. Can you tell which side is which?

The fruits of this year’s buying trip to Italy are ripe and ready to go! Here’s a preview of our newest collections.