Having received a piece of art from a nationally known/reputable auction house that was in need of…read morecleaning, I contacted Buchanan and Kiguel for restoration assistance. Paul Williams was wonderfully helpful and knowledgeable in examining and then spotting that the item was not what it had been advertised to be. He also provided printed research verifying his conclusion which was provided for assistance in re-addressing the concern with the company from which it had been purchased. He did this all at no cost, as a service to assist this customer. I highly recommend their restoration services to those in the Charlottesville area, as it was very worthwhile and helpful!

From the owner: Established in 1966, the Buchanan & Kiguel name has become synonymous for quality and…read morecraftsmanship. We frame to museum standards to insure the longevity of your art and always take great care in your project through all aspects of the framing proces

5 stars for the customer service and the quality & price. No need to restate that here. Just trust…read moreme when I tell you it's the best framing shop in Albemarle County... heck maybe even the state of Virginia. Maybe the eastern seaboard. Upon further reflection, it would not be a stretch to posit it might could be the best frame shop in North America. And, if you are willing to come that far with me, then it stands to reason that it must be the best frame shop on the planet because, well, It's common knowledge and a well accepted fact that everything is better in the USA - even beer nowadays... So welcome to the best little frame shop in the Milky Way galaxy. And now that's out of the way, let's talk about the family side of the business. John, the original owner was a peach of a man. Always looking up from whatever he was doing to offer his full attention and guidance. He was so good that, after a few projects, I'd just call him and tell him what I needed and what room it was for and he'd take it from there. When I learned that John had passed away unexpectedly, I knew Charlottesville had lost a true artisan and friend. What I didn't know was that his son Billy is every bit as good (if not a wee bit better). Same great spirit, same great work, and a pure delight to be around. Ok stop reading... take your stuff there. You will be glad you did.

The team at GG does fantastic work. Whether you come in with a specific idea or need a lot of…read moreadvice, they are terrific. They have wide-ranging frame, mat, and glass options and do beautiful work. I won't go anywhere else.

A print I had purchased locally from the Walton Middle School Band program had been damaged during…read moredelivery by one of the students. The assistant to the band director told me not to worry that they had someone locally who would be able to make it all better. They were absolutely right. The reframed print was delivered this morning and it is absolutely perfect. The quality of the work is superb and although I don't know what it cost exactly, the assistant band directors husband told me it was much less than other local frame shops. Anyone with framing needs should seek out the Charlottesville Great Frame Up for impeccable framing at the most reasonable prices in town!

I was delighted with the work done by The Great Frame Up! They helped me select the perfect frame…read moreand matte for my large print, did a beautiful job framing it, and then delivered and hung the print over my fireplace. Their prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!

This summer, I needed acid-free backing mats for two photos selected for a gallery show, under a…read moretight deadline since I was leaving town the next day and had no time for custom framing. Joanna at the Charlottesville location quickly cut two 12"x18" mounting mats and gave me invaluable advice on securely assembling and framing the prints so they'd be museum-ready. Couldn't recommend this shop and framer more!

Framing everywhere is more expensive than Michaels. A creative framing, small artist shop, has some…read moresuper people with a great eye for frames, excellent stock, and have done consistently excellent work on my paintings... so I keep going back.

For weeks, months, nay, years, I was in search of reasonably priced 11x17 frames for my 11x17…read moreposters. I went to store after store but was coldheartedly rejected by the generic granddaughters holding sunflowers and puppies. But then, oh my goodness, suddenly the frames appeared... in Joel's office. Sadly they belonged to Joel and were holding Joel's posters so I couldn't just take the money and run. Also they were kind of high up on the wall and I don't think I could reach. Joel is tall. "Where oh where did you get those frames, Joel??" I asked. "Why, Michaels, of course," he answered, adding, "Duh!" No, he didn't really say "duh." He's very polite. So off I biked to Michaels, located conveniently in the nearby Barracks Road Shopping Center. Barracks Road is a great place to go to observe our dependence on foreign oil. You will see bumper stickers such as "My other car is also here at Barracks Road, because my family believes carpooling is un-American" and "I had to sell my other car to refinance my home mortgage and now it belongs to Bank of America." I took the escalator five steps at a time (see: Elf) and emerged on a large floor filled with everything. Gift wrap, knitting supplies, fall wreaths, wooden sculptures, halloween costumes, beach pails, posters, and yes, frames. So many frames! I walked around the frame section drooling for a while. ("Cleanup in aisle Frame!") Then I spotted the perfect 11x17 from across the room. I gave it a quick glance to see if it was looking at me too. It was! I approached it carefully, so as not to startle it. The $9 price tag begged, "Love me!" When we finally touched, I held it in my arms and we danced all night long.

It seems unbelievable that a company like Michael's could have such poor customer…read moregrievance-resolution process. From the store employees, to Customer Care, and ultimately to the escalation/grievance service, I encountered an inability- or unwillingness- to resolve what should have been a very simple problem: a special-order frame that was canceled the same day it was ordered, and the resulting balance that should have been removed from a new Michaels credit-card account. I received the credit-card bill before I even received the physical card. A company reveals its true nature through how it treats its customers - not only when everything goes smoothly, but especially when something goes wrong. The quality of a company and its staff is demonstrated by their willingness and ability to listen, take responsibility and find a reasonable resolution to a customers problem. Unfortunately, my experience with Michaels demonstrated the opposite. After calling the store, Customer Care and the Escalation service, I was still left without a reasonable resolution to a canceled order. Thankfully, consumers today have many businesses to choose from. After this experience, I will never shop at Michaels and will take my business elsewhere.

Great cards! I bought a few birthday cards that could also be framed as art for less than a CVS…read morecard! I'll be back for the small batch candies and chocolates for the holidays.

From the owner: Sweet Art Emporium specializes in locally-crafted fine art and sweets. We also offer drop-in…read moreceramic (pottery) painting and art classes!

If you are looking for beautiful, high quality furniture and art, I highly recommend this store…read more This is a high end store and they get it. There are some bargains in the store but, where they shine is in the high end furniture and art. I visit a lot of antique and boutique stores because, I know and love high end brands, quality, and beauty. Some people just don't understand that an Italian "Reversi" sectional sofa from Molteni & Co costs ~$10,000. It was really nice to talk to the staff because, they refreshingly understood this and, could articulate the origin and quality of the items I was interested in. Yes, I spent $2,850 but, I found some valuable relics that I have been searching for for years. Thank you Consignment House!

I always find something I love at Consignment House. I've bought several pieces for myself,…read moreincluding an amazing 1940s transom at a great price, along with art and unique decor. It's also my go-to for gifts, since they have such a great mix of antiques and one-of-a-kind items at different price points. Geoff is wonderful, super knowledgeable, and the store has a really cool, welcoming vibe. A must-visit spot in Charlottesville.

I ordered notecards for my mother's birthday (2 months prior). He said it was, "No problem." I…read morecalled two weeks before her birthday, and he had not gotten to the notecards yet, and commented again, "No problem." My mother's birthday has gone and past - no notecards- and no word from "him". A sheer and utter disappointment in the lack of business skills and general respect when someone places an order.

From the owner: Bryan's Photo Store/Bryan Parsons Photography, LLC has moved! We are now located in the…read moreprofessional offices at 145 Ednam Drive, Suite 312, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903. We will continue to provide scanning, restoration, and printing of slides, negatives and prints; large format fine art printing, customized Photoshop work; passport photography and other specialized photography.

What a wonderful idea--keeping art supplies out of the landfills--and it is beautifully executed…read more My granddaughter heard about this boutique, and we have been three times in the last 3 weeks. Tucked into a corner of the brightly-colored little shops off Ridge-Macintire road--you know: near circa--the Scrappy Elephant has an amazing assortment of fabric, yarn, painting supplies, cards that can be turned into artwork, and every once in a while a surprise item: on visit #2 my granddaughter found a kit for making a music box! As to the prices, they are unbelievably low. Some items are priced individually, but for most of your purchases you can buy a special (and very handsome) bag--there are four sizes, if I remember correctly--and fill it to the top. Bring the bag back with you anytime, and since it's not your first time--as evidenced by the bag--you get a price reduction on the contents. My granddaughters and I can give this shop an A+ without hesitation.

This is an excellent store to find your crafty products. I'm not a crafty or artistic person, so…read morethis store did not appeal to me, but I was with someone who is and they continue to return for more bags of this stuff. (I was actually trying to find an ABC location.) For an excellent and very descriptive review, please read the one posted by "Taylor R" on 2/4/2023. I hope the pictures I have posted will help explain the pricing and the hours they are open. This is a must visit for people who enjoy being crafty, scrappy, and artistic.