Diane's Doves

Diane’s Doves

“This was painted for me by a dear young friend from the United Arab Emirates, when she learned that I collect doves.  It’s very special to me.” “Frame Works has been great to work with – quality work and good, personal help.  I love the fact that they host shows of young local artists!” Diane…

ISU Art Projects

ISU Art Projects

“I found my 1976 ISU art drawings in my parent’s home as I cleaned & renovated it.  I decided it was as good as other artworks in our home – good enough to frame & give to my sons & husband.” “The end result is better than I imagined – showcasing my hidden talents for…

Van Cliburn's Autograph

Van Cliburn’s Autograph

“My father worked for Delta Airlines in the late 60’s early 70’s and Van Cliburn came through the airport.  My father recognized him and since I was a piano student he asked for Van Cliburn’s autograph.  I found it recently when cleaning out the basement and had it framed.” “If you have anything to be…

Remembering Grandparents

Remembering My Grandparents

“I commissioned the art work as a gift to my mother and her brothers and sisters for Christmas.  I wanted to create a lasting memorial piece honoring my Grandpa and Grandma Manatt.” “Frame Works does professional quality work at fair prices, with care and skill.  Not only did they help to create this artwork but…

Barb's Silk Prints

Barb’s Silk Prints

“These silk prints hung in my parent’s home as long as I can remember.  When my mother died, I took them.  They may not be worth anything, but they are worth a lot of memories to me.  The other piece is an original from a series that I have.” “So friendly and helpful.  Local businesses…

Hela Klipstein Painting

Hela Klipstein Painting

“This painting of a park in Mexico City is oil on canvas by noted artist Hela Klipstein (who I knew personally).  Hela was born in Mexico City and held solo exhibitions in major galleries in New York, Cleveland, Chicago, Mexico City and Havana.  A good friend of the famed Spanish poet Leon Felipe and political…

1865 Newspapers

1865 Newspapers

Mark brought in two newspapers from the 1860’s that he wanted reframed to better preserve and display.  He had never seen what was inside the newspapers.  We photographed each page before we reframed the newspapers so Mark now has a record of what is inside. “I didn’t feel the old frames did the 1865 newspapers…

Jane's paintings

Jane’s Uplifting Paintings

Jane purchased original art during our show ‘Artistry in Pastel’, featuring art from the Inmate Art Program at the Iowa Correctional Institution For Women. “I found both of these pieces to be beautiful and uplifting.  Knowing how the pieces may have been created and how proud, I hope, the artists are of their beautiful art!”…