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    The Great Frame Up

    5.0 (41 reviews)
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    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Framed shadow box
    Tom G.

    Very nice people. They framed an electrical meter that belonged to my father along with several other items seen on this wall. Would highly recommend.

    Finished piece in its new home.

    Percy and Rose are true artists and are also the cutest and funniest couple! I have enjoyed every experience with them and they have done some beautiful work for me always while making me laugh! In these pictures you can see the beautiful shadow box they created for me. They helped me select the frame and even though I had an idea of what was coming, I was in awe when I saw the finished work. It is nothing short of beautiful and gives me joy everyday.

    One of the many pictures The Great Frame Up has done for me
    Mel G.

    I've been taking my fine art and treasured posters to The Great Frame up for over 2 decades. They just completed a piece for me that will be a gift to my now former boss, and the finished product is stunning!! They're experienced, collaborative, knowledgeable and able to turn around projects expeditiously! They are not inexpensive, but if you truly value the the piece of art that you want framed, they are worth every cent!

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    Rosie M.

    The Great Frame Up did an AMAZING JOB! With this Fathers Day gift! On time, incredibly joyful to work with, and the work turned out better than I expected! Thank you so much!!!!

    Jessica H.

    This shop is just fantastic! Family run by a lovely couple, and they are creative insane perfectionists. I've had over a half dozen things framed by them so far and have been super happy with the results, but the last one really blew me away. I inherited a collection of matchbooks from my nana that she collected while traveling with my pop pop later in life. They aren't valuable, but have intense sentimental value. They were originally shoddily framed in two beat up unfinished "frames", and I always wanted to preserve them better. Percy and Grace took way more time than any other framer would to arrange the unevenly sized matchbooks in a perfect grid. Couldn't be happier!

    Amazing! Recd this gift from friend and only the best would do. Found this family owned shop and never going anywhere else. Amazing. Just amazing!

    Great work of a simple frame job!!
    Andrew A.

    I have been coming to this store for framing for almost 20 years. The owners are courteous, patient and know how to do a quality job in frame/mat selection and execution. Their work is priced within market-range and they have always delivered their goods on time if not early. I can't say enough good about these two - upon learning they moved from College Ave in Rockridge to Telegraph Ave in Temescal, I immediately went the extra 1/2 mile to support a local business which I've been loyal to for years. The latest work they did for me is great, and if course I'm coming back!!

    Love that they can put your pieces up to view the options with you. Very friendly, family business.
    Jay R.

    Very friendly, family run business for almost 25 years, and it shows. Loved that they put my pieces up to view and go over my options for frames and mattes.

    great frame job of a beautiful print. though smaller than what it replaces, it really pops. completely changes the room it's in. i love it.

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    Fantastic service and super fast turn around, now I am looking for more puzzles to purchase just so I can have it framed.

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    This place is great. Mom and Pop shop and the couple that own it are so kind and helpful. They do great work and they're timely. 5 stars!

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    Point Of View Custom Framing

    5.0(35 reviews)
    2.5 miDowntown Oakland
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    Gregg Bridges is a gift to the Bay Area community. He has been my "go-to" framer for many years…read more Always listening , more than fair, with a keen eye for top shelf framing. We discuss; I listen and leave the process in his hands. He is the -consummate professional. Makes the right choices in composition, color coordination, and adds those "extra touches" that push the final project over the top. Very importantly Gregg is deeply rooted in the Bay Area community and you can see his work at major exhibitions, office buildings, and community institutions. I recommend him to anybody and everybody looking for high quality framing. We need to support businesses owned by African Americans in our community. The walls of my home are lined with images from Point of View Custom Framing. More than 5 stars !!!!!!

    WOW . What a nice find in the East Bay. Greg was very cordial and welcoming when I arrived with 2…read moreprints from my Uncle's collection of work to be framed. We started with colors and frame style. Greg expertly shared his opinion and then proceeded to provide samples of both our selections for choice. Once i felt comfortable with the top 2 choices we discussed installing a mat or going without. At no point did I feel pressured to choose one way or the other during the process. When the final choices had been made, Greg worked up a price estimate . It was pure sticker shock ( the good variety )! The price was about 60% less than competitors with a larger storefront. Great value for the service and quality of workmanship. The final product provides me a great sense of relief and pride, as now I have provided a worthy means to display these fine pieces of art that I hold special attachment to.

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    Point Of View Custom Framing - Commission work from my niece in Barbados.

    Commission work from my niece in Barbados.

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    Boycott Grapes © Xavier Viramontes

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    Artistic Picture Framing

    4.9(23 reviews)
    2.4 miDowntown Oakland

    I collaborated with Paul at Artistic Picture Framing (meaning Paul did all the work) on a special…read moreproject framing my horse's award buckles from the 2018 Appaloosa Reining Horse Association World Show. We went with a sort of ruggedized shadow box style using glare-proof museum acrylic (that won't shatter like glass), and the end-result is beautiful and totally exceeded my expectations! Paul (who's such a nice guy and a pleasure to work with) listened carefully and then applied his creativity and skill to capture exactly the look I wanted...sort of rustic with an authentic Western feel. He chose the perfect colors and textures for the backing and frame to make the silver buckles really stand out. The craftsmanship is just exceptional, with each buckle perfectly aligned and very securely mounted (he put a lot of work into this), showing real precision, balance and a real sense of skill and pride. The overall result feels solid/sturdy and looks artful and clean. He even installed heavy-duty hardware so that I can mount it to my horse's stall. It was fun discussing the project with Paul. He wanted to understand the meaning and significance of of the pieces being framed up and the theme and look I wanted and he absolutely nailed it. The turnaround was quick, the quality amazing and the display looks like something out of a Western art gallery even though it'll hang right where it belongs, on the wall of my horse's stall!

    I brought my handmade mosaic into the the Oakland store for framing and was assisted by Jess. Jess…read moredid a great job in every respect. Her communication was wonderful, she was very interested in the project, and made great suggestions for framing which enhanced and secured the mosaic. I will return for future projects with Jess!

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    Artistic Picture Framing - Framed this photo with a textured linen mat, added an elegant fillet to draw the eye inward, and enclosed everything in a luxury Roma frame

    Framed this photo with a textured linen mat, added an elegant fillet to draw the eye inward, and enclosed everything in a luxury Roma frame

    Artistic Picture Framing - Classic choice on a gold baroque style frame to tie the gold leaf and swirl elements, float mounted on a dark charcoal mat and museum glass

    Classic choice on a gold baroque style frame to tie the gold leaf and swirl elements, float mounted on a dark charcoal mat and museum glass

    Artistic Picture Framing - We designed with an Universal Arquati Moulding in a Unagi Bronze textured frame paired with a double mat in brown and gray, and Museum glass

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    Chandler Fine Art & Framing

    Chandler Fine Art & Framing

    4.8(32 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    In 2011 Susan at Chandler helped me frame a piece of art for my mother who is very particular. The…read morecolors and shape were very difficult to work with but Susan presented an unusual but beautiful frame and was able to provide a mat with the needed cutout. After 25 years in storage we placed the art on the living room wall. My mom loves the piece and still comments on how wonderfully the frame and mat compliment the art piece. This year when my father gave me one of his original Ansel Adams photos that was garishly framed I was ecstatic to know Chandler was still in business. I had a frame style in mind but Susan showed me how a small difference in the frame style that was still simple but emphasized the beauty of the photo. She also expertly chose a mat color that brought out details in the photo. I picked up the framed photo this week and it is spectacular. Surprisingly you do not pay that much more to have your art framed at Chandler than a Michaels or Fast Frame but the difference in quality is exponential. The difference is Susan's capability to help you choose a style you like while respecting the beauty of the art piece. You will not receive this type of experience and expertise at other framing companies.

    There are only 2 custom framers that I trust to frame my fine art pieces and Chandler Fine Art is…read moreone of them. Susan is very good to work with assisting you on picking out a frame to make as well as all aspects of creating your finished piece. Chandler has made several frames for me and each time the work is impeccable and up to museum standards, and at a price that beats many other custom high end frame shops in SF and it won't take a year to get your frame finished either. They have an extensive selection of simple to very interesting frames to chose from. I am so glad that they now offer validated parking at the garage right across the street as that makes dropping off your artwork and especially picking up a finished piece so much more easier.

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    Chandler Fine Art & Framing - 145 Natoma Street

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    Sterling Art Services

    Sterling Art Services

    4.9(25 reviews)
    3.0 miWest Oakland
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    I have been using Sterling Art Services for all my framing needs for over 20 years. Chris and…read moreReinhold are wonderful to work with, and I highly value their extensive knowledge and expertise. Over the years, they have framed numerous pieces for both my restaurants and my personal collection. Their work is consistently exceptional and always exceeds my expectations.

    I picked up this absolutely stunning piece last December 2024. It's now 5 months later and I'm…read moreleaving this review. Sterling Art Services is without a doubt, the Crème de la crème. I have been retaining the services of fine art frame shops for the past 30+ years. I've used shops from Seattle, Los Angeles and now the San Francisco Bay Area. I was blown away when I picked up this piece. In actuality, this is the 4th piece I've had Sterling frame for me, and all of them framed to the highest standards of fine art framing. You 100% get what you pay for with this shop. I don't want to see complaints from folks who don't understand what these guys do. Museum's get it as do some of the area's top private collectors. Thank you, Laura, for your assistance again in seeing things through flawlessly. I currently have 3+ pieces in the pipeline to bring in. It goes without saying, I highly recommend Sterling Art Services. (the pics I've attached do not do this piece justice).

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    Sterling Art Services - The attention to detail the auction provenance. Spot on - Appreciated.

    The attention to detail the auction provenance. Spot on - Appreciated.

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    Sterling Art Services

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    Memento Press - Restoration service

    Memento Press

    4.9(42 reviews)
    3.1 miWest Oakland
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    Memento Press, what can I say, you really came through! I am leaving this because I'm ecstatic with…read morethe results. I'm a professional photographer and I had a client request a sexy yet tasteful boudoir photobook. I looked at several online vendors and they *almost* had what I wanted but I only had 3 weeks to ship before she presented to her partner. My concerns was that I had to trust an online vendor to get it there on time and have the right level of quality for the amount paid. I called a local Oakland press, Memento and talked to Josh the owner. He made me aware of even better options after looking at my photos and graphics and suggested a different type of layout/papertype that was suited for her level of sophistication and book quality. I sent the proof and specs, and within a few days they (thanks Sheryl!) produced a gorgeous leatherette black covered book with high quality matte paper with a slight laminate, perfect. Now the suspense was killing me, what did she think? The answer arrived this morning as I woke up to the clients text: "I got the book! It's beautiful. Thank you Kelly. For making me feel beautiful and helping me create this. I am forever grateful." I'm over the moon that they pulled this off and the client who has high standards loved it. So if you need exquisite quality by folks who know their stuff and an owner that has a great sense of what is needed and style, go to Memento press! Looking forward to doing more business with them in the future. Thank you.

    I have a 1937 grad class photo that is in sore need of restoration. I contacted several businesses…read more I received a response, from Damir, what the process would be, and how much it would cost. I will be taking my photo to them the week of 8/15 and will let you know the results. The fact that Damir got back to me so quickly, thoroughly explaining the process and letting me know the cost...is what sold me. I had heard from others, however, they were not able to do what I was asking for, in the restoration of the photo. I'll check back in once I receive the completed project.

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    Memento Press - Bespoke books, from design to production. Give exactly the right gift, for today & future generations, working with Memento Press

    Bespoke books, from design to production. Give exactly the right gift, for today & future generations, working with Memento Press

    Memento Press - Gift Metal - better & easier than framed photos. Price includes your choice of desk or wall display hardware. Just $25-$79!

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    Artistic Picture Framing - This print features a fabric mat float mount to maintain full visibility, fillet and museum glass

    Artistic Picture Framing

    4.8(242 reviews)
    2.6 miGourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
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    I had a framed artwork that broke when it fell and hit the ground. It was a fairly clean break,…read morealong the side joints, but some of the wood framing had chipped. I called four framing shops but none would touch a repair. It was a very large piece and I didn't want to spend $1-2K on a redo. Artistic Picture Framing agreed. It took 3 days, just over $100, and it looks good as new. Amazing!

    This review is long overdue. Thank you Artistic Picture Framing for your care, precision, time, and…read moreattention to detail. Rodolfo truly is a joy to work with and is so knowledgable about his craft. Couldn't have pictured (love a good pun) working with anyone else for the first framed piece in our son's nursery. While at a community holiday fare, we bought a super cool piece of art from a local vendor of a map of El Cerrito which includes my husband's work site. It's playful, colorful, and full of joy. After utilizing the Yelp app to find a framing company close by, we found Artistic Picture Framing. After meeting the crew in-person, we knew we were in the right hands. We worked with Rodolfo on choosing the right colors for the piece and chatted about becoming parents, the nursery we were building, and the magic we were hoping to encompass and build around from this staple piece. He captured truly what we were looking for at an affordable rate. Looking forward to utilizing this service for future art, so happy with the outcome!

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    Artistic Picture Framing - A large, cream-colored outer mat is used to draw focus, followed by a thin blue inner mat that complements the cool tones of the mountains

    A large, cream-colored outer mat is used to draw focus, followed by a thin blue inner mat that complements the cool tones of the mountains

    Artistic Picture Framing - Shadowbox, opening mat with fillet, museum glazing, linen mat

    Shadowbox, opening mat with fillet, museum glazing, linen mat

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