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!!

I was walking along Smith St. and I had to have a look inside Hogan Gallery. It is a long converted…read moreshop that shows mostly painting and photography exhibitions. The exhibitions are generally of a good standard and this one was no exception. I spend some time admiring the current exhibition of oil paintings. In the past I've seen exhibitions from street artists, photographers and illustrators. I don't just stop and have a look inside Hogan Gallery to see the art. I always look at the large range of exhibition invites, free newspapers, arts festival programs and other related bumpf by the seats just inside the front door. Aside from renting out the attractive gallery space for art exhibitions Hogan Gallery does picture framing, coffee and a bar, this art gallery has many sidelines. I haven't tried any of these.

This is what Smith Street is all about. Like many, I sometimes write multidisciplinary cafes off as…read morea conceit, but Hogan Gallery is the exception. A gallery/picture framer/cafe, Hogan Gallery boasts an ever changing roster of exhibitions alongside offering expert framing services. When I visited earlier this week the art on display ranged from chastely indigenous inspired and abstract to controversially porn denouncing - with a good bit of nudity to inform the critique - and much more in between. Most refreshingly of all perhaps are Hogan's prices with prints and photographs ranging from around $100 to $500 per piece. Quite possibly the kind of place you'll happen upon a burgeoning Banksy or a pre-famous Picasso, Hogan Gallery is a delight to behold.

Adam and the team at Jeffreson's Frame Rite are amazing! They are very down to earth and have an…read moreeye for detail. I've been going to these guys for a few years to get mounts cut and a variety of frames made. They are very price competitive and their quality is fantastic. Just be warned, you may die from cuteness from the dogs that hang out in the shop and welcome you when you come in! Nothing is too much trouble for them - as an artist, I recommend them!

Can't say enough good things about this place, and Matt. Tasked with executing a framing to the…read morehighest level, of an art-print photograph, they excelled from start to finish. Not only did they understand exactly what I was looking for, in terms of a frame, their professional recommendations and suggestions were spot-on. And they then ensured delivery in a careful, timely manner. One of the best, and smoothest, retail experiences I've ever had. Thoroughly recommend.

I stumbled across this new gallery space while exploring South Melbourne this weekend and fell…read moreinstantly in love. Prints on Stone does what it says on the label - mounts prints and photos on stone. I wish I had taken a couple of snaps because that description doesn't really do it justice. The photos show great depth and look great stacked together, I am eyeing off a couple of the prints for home. Probably shouldn't have posted a review until I snapped them up ;) I'm definitely going to go back and get some of my photos done, they're really quite impressive. The owner is lovely - this place is definitely worth stopping by for a chat and getting some of your favourite artwork taken care of.

The crew at Finer Art Services are totally awesome. They can frame anything and are particularly…read moregood with textiles which require very special treatment. I recommend these guys to everyone!

I'm always amazed at how a converted brick factory in Collingwood can look as elegant as James…read moreMakin Gallery, inside there is a large L shaped gallery and another square gallery. I look like the scruffy artist that I am still greeted by the staff and given a postcard and a color catalog for the show. James Makin Gallery is a good commercial gallery in Collingwood's gallery district. It is a large space with polished concrete floor, natural light and white walls. It generally has some good shows of new contemporary art; the current show by Bruno Leti is no exception. I sit down in the second gallery and admire the prints. Next month there will be a different exhibition to admire.

I have a lot of praise for South Yarra Picture Framers…read more They researched all over Australia, for a particular old frame, I love when no other framer would even bother. My limited edition was framed wonderfully, I love the idea of the raised slip which gives you a window in effect. Thanks again for getting it finished on Tuesday which I know was 3 days ahead of the due date. Thank you Shannon and Sue, for the wonderful design, you are clever girls, it is in pride of place in my dining room. I used the25% Off framing voucher as well. A happy customer. Oh by the way , it is a treat to view all the artworks for sale there and I am going to the next exhibition later this month. I do love Paul Evans paintings.