Over the last decade I've had a lot of my own paintings framed here because they do affordable…read moreframing - frames can be very expensive. I could mention their range of molding and mattes but over the years I have also learned to trust Bill's judgment on the choosing the right frames and matting. There are important differences in the framing of a watercolor, an oil painting or a cross-stich and these guys know how to frame each of these things properly.They do a lot of framing of football jumpers and other souvenirs that require deep frames and careful mounting of the objects. There is a showroom where they have examples of their work and framed collectibles. Out the back is the factory area where they do the actual framing. I have recommended them to friends and seen plenty of excellent examples of Arty Farty's frames - they have also remarked on the great prices.

Arty Farty Frameworks are my local. they're efficient and well priced! I'll be using them again.read more

Barkly is a great place to bring your prints to get them framed up. They are not too expensive and…read morehappy to help with any shape and size. They also have some framed artwork up for sale. The frames in here are of a true variety, they come in all shapes, sizes and designs. If your looking for something modern or something classic, Barkly are happy to help. As a freelance photographer i bring large printed photos here (i frame my own as well but anything that is a gift of purchase i get it framed here) and the staff are always happy to accommodate. It does set you back $100 - $200 but professional framing has never been this cheap or looked this good!

When I lived just round the corner from Barkly Picture Framing I used them all the time and they…read morewere so good i still use them now I've moved much further away. Very reasonable, and very professional-- the finished product is always immaculate and they really take pride in their work. Highly recommended.

This is THE place to come if you have something important to be framed. The service is absolutely…read morebrilliant here, with great suggestions from staff about different mount and frame combinations if you aren't quite sure what you are after, especially as their range is HUGE!! They make sure it matches with the style and colour of the piece you are framing and have excellent attention to detail. The quality and craftsmanship is also top notch. As a heads up, framing takes around 2 weeks to complete, and you just pay a deposit when you drop off and the balance when you pick it up (or in my case, because I have used them a few times, I just pay it all up front as I know how good these guys are and it saves time on pick-up). They also offer classes so that you can learn to frame yourself and then pop in and DIY your own framing, which is cool if you are handy and craft-inclined! I should add that it can be pricey - but you ultimately get what you pay for, which is superior quality and you can't compromise on that sometimes!!

From the owner: All our work is carried out on-site and handled with the utmost care.read more

The Picture Box is a successful custom framing shop and sellers of fine prints and artworks. They…read morehave three stores in Melbourne and I was fortunate to have brought my first two pieces of purchased art here for framing. Not having been in the position to buy custom-made picture frames before, I was quite clueless about what I wanted or even what would suit the works best. This was no problem though as the staff member who helped me was patient and showed me my options, made wonderful suggestions, and tried to show me as much possible, how the artworks would look in various frames. It took about two weeks for the frames to be made and they cost a pretty penny, but they really enhance each artwork and I still love looking at them hung up in my house so I'm sure it was money well spent. I will definitely go back to the Picture Box when I'm next flush enough to do so.

A celebration of lowbrow and underground art, pop culture and tiki living. Here you can grab…read moreone-of-a-kind prints and painting from around the world. Or score yourself some tiki mugs and vinyl figurines from uber cool designers. They also have some great music playing in the background to set the mood as you fantasize where to hang all those painting you wish you could buy. Simply put, this place totally reeks of awesomeness.

I went into Outré to buy a book by Edward Gory for a friend's birthday. I knew that they had…read moreseveral books by Edward Gory because I often study their window when I'm walking past on Elizabeth St. Outré specializes in multiple editions of lowbrow popular art, along with books and magazines on the subject. It exhibits artists like Shag, Mark Ryden and "other pop, lowbrow, street and alternative art". It is focused primarily on American lowbrow, limited edition prints and vinyl toys, although there are some Australian artists amongst their stock. There are two spaces, the front space has the display cases and their main exhibition the second one is up a few stairs, where there is their stock gallery. Although they have regular feature exhibition there are little exhibitions everywhere featuring the work of one artist. I always enjoy looking around the shop/gallery and the staff here knows and love their fantastic art.

New ownership lacks customer focus and patience with the 'non experts'. Sadly, Ben (who I dealt…read morewith) was unwilling to come out from the back to hear genuine feedback about my customer experience when I refused to agree to extreme price estimate. No empathy. Although I was a long time client of the previous management, no more. Suggest you look around for a more experienced team who respects their customers.

I've been visiting Tony and the Gang from Art Conservation Framers for about 15 years and they…read morecertainly know their stuff! They have worked on a huge variety of works from historical and heritage works to contemporary pieces. If you have purchased an art work and you are unsure on how to take care of it and want to frame it, go speak to these guys. They will go over the best way to frame your work so it is around for a long time but also in terms of your budget and environment too. As a curator, I recommend them for galleries but also personal works too! Tip! If you have some tricky works that require attention, call ahead to make an appointment.

After a recent trip to the YEW ESS of A, I had purchased one too many quirky prints off the streets…read moreof New Orleans that desperately needed a frame and a special place on my wall. I popped in to Frames Readymade with my prints to see what they could do. I have one word to describe my experience with these guys - EFFICIENT. I was in and out in about 15 minutes. That included choosing the optimum style, my print being trimmed ever-so-slightly and then being beautifully mounted in to the frame. Wow. Bravo. Brunswick ready-made frames quite literally have thousands of frames to choose from in all colours and sizes, or they will make one up for you to custom-fit your print. Plus they are affordable, to boot!

I have been to Frames Readymade several times over the last 12 months and have been consistently…read morepleased with their service and range of products (lots of frame styles and finishes - I particularly like the victorian ash range). During the most recent lockdown they were also readily available for call and collect orders, which were all fulfilled very promptly and the pick up process was a breeze. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

This art gallery / art school / framing business is run by a bubbly Port Melbourne local who is…read moresuper passionate about her art and her students. I am reviewing only the framing part of the business. I came here for some framing on a couple of recent purchases. One small, one large with frayed paper edging. Both screen print style art, they came unframed but I didn't want them to just be stuck up like posters. I took them in to Port Art to get an idea of what could be done. I was nervous about the frayed one as I had a real set picture in mind of how I wanted it to look even though it was untraditional with no boarding on the edges. The selection of frames here are really nice and because the framer is also an artist, she's very particular about how she wants the final product to look. A lot of time and care was taken to pick the right boarding and frame that we liked. Framing is not a cheap exercise but I think they are well priced here. Originally for the smaller piece, we looked at the cost (almost the same as the large piece) and wondered if we would have better off saving our pennies and trying to make it work in a pre-made frame. But once we got the end result we were 100% happy that we didn't. Both turned out beautifully and I couldn't be happier with them, especially the large one. They were also taken care to be framed in a way that would last, while allowing us to change them if our tastes change down the track.

Oh my goodness this place is the bomb. Jen the owner was a veritable walking wikipedia of art. I…read morefelt like I knew her stable of artists intimately by the time she had introduced me to their work. . A real personality that totally knows her stuff helpful without being pushy. I get the idea that as soon as I have a spare wall I know where to head. Absolutely Brilliant