The store has plenty for artists from every walk of life but there is one big issue. This review is…read morewritten from the perspective of an older disabled adult. Little thought was given to the consequences of crowding the aisles with product displays making the store difficult for someone with mobility challenges. I dropped a few brushes (which I did buy) and because it is difficult for me to bend that far I cried out for help several times using my announcer voice. Everyone in the store would have to hear this unless they were wearing headphones. No one responded. After waiting a bit I struggled to get the items off the ground. Finally someone came but it was too late. She stood directly in front of me preventing me from reaching the register. People in general have no awareness of disability. The employee who rang me up obviously didn't know how to have a short friendly chat. It made me feel unwelcome, as if I were disturbing her somehow. I have a long retail history and can't imagine why someone would treat a customer that way. It's unfriendly. She was capable of the simplest basics of operating a register. Unkind. Luckily I don't need to visit often.

Wowee zowee, I haven't been in a fine art store this extensive and specialized since I was…read moreliterally in college taking fine art courses and had to buy supplies from the campus store. I came here because I needed a replacement Micron 005 pen, which is a favorite among artists. I'd checked online and saw they carried them (as did Michael's, but I'm looking to vote with my dollars and spend more appropriately), but elsewise wasn't sure what to expect on my visit. I was pleasantly surprised and I am certain I will be back in the future for projects I have planned. There's stuff here that you just won't find at any big box craft store. That said, this store caters primarily to painters and drawers. This isn't a store to get kid's art supplies; it's a place for adult artists to shop. Canvases (reasonably priced) in a multitude of dimensions (some taller than I am), a staggering assortment of oil paints, paint pens, acrylic leather paint (designed to flex), a massive number of Copics, pastels/charcoal/conte crayon, Sculpey, watercolor supplies including Arches large format single sheets, huge selection of high quality spray paints, canvas sold by the yard on rollers, resin making supplies (including face masks/goggles), gloss glazes for your ceramic firing projects, mechanical pencil leads in every gauge and hardness you could desire, journals/sketchbooks, storage and easels, impulse items like stickers/greeting cards/candy towards the registers, a massive custom framing counter and a canvas stretching counter as well. The employees were all friendly and eager to help. I got asked while I was browsing if I needed any help finding anything. (I did actually need help finding the Microns but my goofy butt auto responded I was just having fun looking... which I was, but LOL I could've also used the help. I'm just so used to turning down assistance.) There's bathrooms in the back if you have need. They are gender neutral, hooray! Nothing fancy, but all functional and clean enough. The surface parking lot is a bit small (and many of the spaces are 30 minute maximum), but there's also plenty of garages nearby as well. It was pretty busy when I was there on a Friday afternoon!

It seems like I'm always looking to frame something and a few years ago a co-work of mine…read morerecommended this place. They did a really nice job helping me pick out a unique frame for the unique piece I had plus I didn't think it was too expensive when compared to other custom framing spots. Since a then, I have acquired some nice pieces of "real" art and chose to go elsewhere to have them framed (for no other reason than I thought this place couldn't handle it). I definitely ate my words. I really didn't like any other place I went to and I was extremely unsatisfied with the quality of work of the other places. So I went back to this Fast Frame. I guess all Fast Frames are all independently owned so I don't know what kind of experience you'd get if you went to a different one. This one on Lake Street in Calhoun Village is wonderful. The proprietor, Steve, is excellent. He's very non-pressuring but he gives you very good guidance and ideas when you're looking to frame something. Like I said earlier I've felt that Steve prices things very competitively and if you look online you can usually find a $40 off coupon. The framing is done very quickly (usually less than a week) and the quality is spectacular. I don't know why I ever thought to go anywhere else. I recommend this place to anyone that will listen and I will be back soon!

I am an amateur photographer and art collector. Steven has framed numerous pieces for me, including…read morestretching an oil painting. He is artistic, helpful, timely and very fairly priced. He's fun to work with and I'd recommend him to anyone. Jim W

I needed frames to coordinate on two different sized pictures. The gentleman so patient and…read morehelpful. This was art from my grandkids so was special to me. I love the way it turned out and the kids are so proud to see their work hung in the wall amid the works of other my "practiced" artists.

John at Frame Design has rematted and reframed 2 watercolors that have been in our family 70+…read moreyears. His demonstrated skillfulness and care is the reason he will be restoring the rest of the collection. i am very happy we chose Frame Design to restore our treasured artwork.

Best quality work, timely and nicely priced. my go-to framer.read more

Needed to mount a large map ASAP. Went to Michael's and they said it would take 2 weeks. This…read moreplace was able to do it in 15 minutes. They dropped what they were doing, took care of it, AND gave me some mounting options for free. Plus, they did it for HALF the price Michael's charges. They were very friendly and helpful. This is a locally owned shop with great customer service and great prices.

PERFECT frames & framing for every photo, poster, painting, print -…read more I've had all of my framing done by them. Here's a good example: I brought in a print and they found a gorgeous frame to match. Unfortunately, they didn't have enough wood For the picture, so they cut a bit off of the print and it looks great. (They asked me first before they

Very professional, they did great work and helped me curate exactly what I wanted. I will…read moredefinitely be back.

I have had three pieces framed there and the last one was a disaster. Firstly they have rude…read morepeople working there who do not get Customer Service. I asked them to fix the last piece that they had framed since it was crooked and they said the workshop could not do it. I suspect they did not WANT to do it. I have spent a lot of money there but now am going elsewhere to have my items framed as I do not need their aggravation. They made me feel like they did not need my business. You are much better off elsewhere for your precious framing.

From the owner: Art Resources Gallery has the largest and most unique collection of original and limited edition…read moreartwork available in Minneapolis and St. Paul Minnesota. We have brought together a unique and varied group of artists we are proud to represent. Some of the artwork that you may select from includes, fine crafts, blown glass, original oil and acrylic paintings, textiles, sculpture, photography, mixed-media, ceramics, mosaics and much more. We carry everything from contemporary abstract paintings and sculptures to very traditional landscapes and still life compositions. Art Resources gallery is a full service art gallery. Art Resources has a talented and experienced staff of art consultants who can help you with all of your art needs from residential to corporate art projects. Our team can help you select the artwork that best reflects your personal or professional style. Our services include custom framing, art installation, art searches, artist commissions and packaging and shipping of artwork. We are committed to providing our clients with the best service. We have several art exhibits every year that showcase collectable artists as well as up and coming artists from the Twin Cities. These unique openings bring together our talented artists with our clients and others in the community with a shared interest in art.

It's not our jobs to shovel the snow the lady receptionist told me. Im in a wheelchair and was…read moretrying to support local business, every other business on penn ave was clear of snow

Beware of Posters on Board! We have lost $3000 worth irreplaceable antique charts by using their…read more"services. Peter R.

I received a list of recommended framers from the restoration department at MIA. I chose Callahan…read moreFraming. Cara met with us and gave her expertise in reframing some art and framing a few pieces of new art. We loved her store and her dog, Clyde. Her business is just North of University and Prior Avenues. She was very friendly and helpful. When we got the pieces back, we were ecstatic with the result. I highly recommended Callahan Printing for all of your art!

I just moved to the twin cities and I needed a picture framed very quickly in a very specific way…read morefor a wedding (mother of the bride gift) and Mary was incredible! She had exactly the frame and lavender mat that the bride was looking for and she went above and beyond to get it to me in time! She went out of her way to make sure I had it for the wedding and I am so grateful! 5 huge stars for their impeccable work and lovely service! Thank you Mary!

Excellent service, selection and even value. Although the prices seem high, go to any other frame…read moreshop and prices will be comparable. You can get a 5% discount by paying when you order. You may pay the same as any other frame shops and even big box stores but at CBF you'll get quality framing thats the BEST.

Recently, a friend with a newly acquired print in need of framing asked me where I'd had a some…read morepaintings framed. I told him I'd gone to Calhoun Beach Framing. At the time they were near 50th and Penn in South Minneapolis. They've since moved to their current location on Lake Street. From the Web site, it appears that despite the relocation the business is under the same ownership/management. As such, I highly endorse their craftsmanship and expertise. In particular, I brought to them a couple of large oil paintings on raw canvas acquired at an open art fair. They had been rolled up and were a bit frayed around the edges. Despite the less than pristine condition, the works themselves were striking and needed just the right frames to make them really pop. I couldn't be happier with what they suggested and the work performed. In each case, the canvas was properly stretched and mounted with stunning results. The custom frames were not inexpensive. However, given that the paintings were purchased for a song and after framing were near-museum worthy I was more than pleased. I also brought in a few works that my son and daughter had made over the years in art classes. They were painted on medium quality art paper and were somewhat fragile. For each I chose simple metal frames with non-glare glass. I was very happy with the matting and mounting at comparatively modest expense. I was surprised to see that thus far CBF had received no Yelp reviews. I'm glad to be the first. I hope others with similarly favorable opinions will follow.