We had an excellent experience with this business. When I brought in a ring pillow I had made for…read moreour daughter's wedding to be mounted in a frame, the employees were great. They spent significant time with me choosing the frame and interior lining of the frame. The finished project turned out beautifully.

Expensive . I had a standard size painting framed , no glass $300 …read more It was done in a timely manner .

Art is a language with infinite dialects. If you have the time you can become familiar with a tiny…read morefraction. Art has been with us for at least 50,000 years. There is a good argument art-making is a unique human evolution. And maybe you make it yourself! You don't have to make art to like it; you don't have to like all art. There is no universal good or bad art. If YOU like it, it's good! Solway has had a gallery since 1962. That means many of his personal artist friends have entered museums over time, beginning with the Fluxus movement. But the gallery is always on the lookout for new artists too! The gallery seems to have an interest in colorful neo-baroque figurative work. They post mail show cards and their artists and shows are on their website. If I were in town, I'd stop in for an opening. If you have the time and a particular interest, you can make an appointment to view their vast stored collection. They have a large parking lot for the building they share with studios in the West End. Solway would be in the top 20 NY galleries with deep contemporary collections, and they are right here in Cincinnati!

Carl Solway Gallery is the contemporary art gallery in Cincinnati - founded back in 1962 Carl has…read moreled the way for showcasing contemporary art in the West End just blocks west from Findlay Market in cool warehouse space. Carl has worked with who's who in contemporary art and his openings are a must for any art fan & collector in Cincinnati!

Yust Gallery is a must see! They have something for everyone. I have a Cincinnati river scene on…read moremetal, hand worked by Nick. It catches the light during the day and at night is exquisite under lights. I can't wait to get more pieces!

Nicholas Yust is an extremely talented artist, with the ability to create the most beautiful and…read morehigh-quality metal wall-art and sculpture. I became acquainted with his work several years ago and have been fortunate enough to acquire a piece for my home (Fusion). It is easily a focal point in my living room, and I was very impressed with the quality and detail of the work. This studio is excellent! Not only does it feature the wall art and sculpture, but it is a visual feast for the eyes. It is very inspiring to see the level of detail and the time that was put into the creation of each of the pieces. It makes me look forward to adding to my collection. His work is diverse, interesting and modern. What an asset for Cincinnati!

I had the best experience with Jennifer at Framed NKY. She was able to pull together and frame (as…read moreone complete piece) some very sentimental ink drawings passed down from my father. They turned out beautifully - better than I could have ever imagined. In fact, this has become my favorite piece in my home. It is simple exquisite - a showstopper - and I will be returning to her shop for future projects.

They have done a few pieces for me but the latest is by far the most amazing yet! Seeing my…read morepartner's life of service laid out in this beautiful tribute is breathtaking! Great people to work with. Really listened and partnered with me and handled these treasures with care.

The Framer's Guild is the kind of business that we need to support. The shop is small, but the…read moreselection is vast, the work is always stellar, and the owners are friendly and accommodating. Service is fast and will be ready when Pat and Judy say it will be ready. Pricing is always fair, and the place has a feeling of warmth and familiarity about it that doesn't exist at the big chains. I would highly recommend this business.

Who knew that there was an art gallery across the street from Shanghai Mama's? Located inside the…read morebuilding marked "Cincinnati Bar Center," the Art Gallery is presenting Panorama of Cincinnati Art, currently in its 25th year. Unlike the art museum, this gallery is a business that sells paintings. I was buzzed in through the from door, welcomed by the receptionist. As I browsed the exhibit, salespeople kept approaching me, asking about my collection. This was a little awkward as, while I do collect art, I could never afford any of the pieces here which averaged around $3,500, some reaching $25,000 - $150,000. I kindly dismissed the salespeople, explaining I just wanted to view the exhibit. There were 100 paintings lining the walls, but only a few were impressive to my eye. Many were scenes of Native Americans, sailboats, or generic landscapes. The most notable Cincinnati artist, Frank Duveneck, is what drew me to the exhibit. Duveneck is known for his breathtaking murals inside Cathedral Basilica and Mother of God Church. Unfortunately, only one painting in the exhibit was a Duveneck. There was also only one Harlan Hubbard landscape. Hubbard was a folk artist who painted Ohio River scenery, known for living off the land well into the 1980s. Understandably, these prominent artists may only have a few paintings for public purchase (most are in museums.) I was expecting for the rest of the art to be of Cincinnati landscapes or period pieces of the city by lesser known artists. Not quite. A handful of portraits I recognized as Cincinnati, whether modern or past, or mentioned Cincinnati in their description. Of those few artists, I found these pieces to be beautiful: - Tom Bacher, who paints with phosphorescent acrylic for a textured, glowing look. http://www.cincinnatiartgalleries.com/painting/artist-browse.aspx?p=3&id=ART86 - Lewis Henry Meakin (1850-1917), who painted a landscape of rural Clifton. Yes, Clifton was farmland at the turn of the century. http://www.cincinnatiartgalleries.com/painting/artist-browse.aspx?id=ART1127 - Shafer, who created a sole black and white sketch resembling an old newspaper cartoon with clippings of musical notes. It was my favorite piece in the gallery with a style unique from all the rest. I enjoyed seeing these Cincinnati artists and their local pieces. I'll be on the look out for their works around town, especially Bacher, since he is still living and creating art. Overall, Panorama of Cincinnati Art could have used some more details explaining the artists ties to Cincinnati. The Gallery itself was exquisite and a perfect place for the art connoisseur. While you definitely need deep pockets to purchase the portraits, Cincinnati Art Gallery has a selection of local art books, including many on Rookwood Pottery. They also have books on the past Panorama exhibits with vivid pictures of each of the paintings. Books are more affordable, averaging around $25.00.

As I entered just before closing time, I sought assistance with a falling-apart frame, needing a…read moresolution for a special sentimental photo to display later that day. The shop owner was incredibly helpful, going the extra mile to find a ready-made frame that would work perfectly, even offering to trim the existing mat to ensure a great fit. Her service truly impressed me. In the Frame is my go-to frame shop now. Recently, I brought a mishmash of photos of many different sizes into the shop. The owner and her husband teamed up with me to create a collage and decide on a color scheme, and he found the perfect frame. I'm really looking forward to seeing the finished piece! They are a fine and trustworthy artistic team.

Horrible and dishonest owner. Linda lied to me on numerous occasions that she was hiding a painting…read moreleft to me in my parents estate. My sister Michal Adams had taken it to her to hide from me so they could keep it themselves. Both thick as thieves. I was only able the retrieve this painting through a costly court processes. I'm sure there are more reputable frame shops near by to take your business to. Don't trust this place high end artwork framing it may be copied or stolen.

HowI brought in my fiancé's minor league baseball jersey to be framed as a Christmas gift for his…read moremom, and the result was absolutely stunning. She helped me choose the perfect layout and frame, and the final piece was museum-quality. His mom was in tears when she opened it. I couldn't be happier and will definitely be back for future projects!

Frame Concepts is a beautiful addition to Montgomery. There is a convenient parking lot right in…read morefront of it (which is hard to come by in Montgomery!), and the store itself is incredible. The framed art pieces and the custom framing options are varied and absolutely gorgeous. Would definitely recommend!