I had collected several works of art that needed to be framed. Framing is almost, if not as,…read moreimportant as the piece of art. While I had an idea of what I wanted, I needed help in selecting the right look. My parents had used this framer in the past, so I gave them a call to schedule a consultation appointment (I believe you can also do this via their website) and took my items into the shop. Note, they are following COVID prevention guidance - face masks must be worn, social distancing in the store, limited appointments, hand sanitizer, and partitions between you and the staff member. After I arrived, the staff member viewed the items to be framed and asked me if I had anything in particular in mind regarding framing. Then she pulled together several mats/frames for me to view. It was impressive how she pulled what I was envisioning, but with her expertise took it a step further to make it perfect. I was thrilled with everything. And, I was even more thrilled with the price being within my budget. Since I was getting ready to move, they quickly worked to get everything completed within my timeframe and were kind enough to securely wrap the items. They will email you when your items are ready and you can pick up in shop or by curbside pick up. So easy. I am excited to have a go to frame shop that is not only affordable, but makes my artwork be best presented. Plus they have pre-made or assemble yourself frames available should I need something quick. I can't wait to get to my new home and hang everything! Cheers!

Great job! I do recommend . Packaged professionally when picked up. Very knowledgeable and…read moreprofessional and they take care of your artwork.

Having received a piece of art from a nationally known/reputable auction house that was in need of…read morecleaning, I contacted Buchanan and Kiguel for restoration assistance. Paul Williams was wonderfully helpful and knowledgeable in examining and then spotting that the item was not what it had been advertised to be. He also provided printed research verifying his conclusion which was provided for assistance in re-addressing the concern with the company from which it had been purchased. He did this all at no cost, as a service to assist this customer. I highly recommend their restoration services to those in the Charlottesville area, as it was very worthwhile and helpful!

From the owner: Established in 1966, the Buchanan & Kiguel name has become synonymous for quality and…read morecraftsmanship. We frame to museum standards to insure the longevity of your art and always take great care in your project through all aspects of the framing proces

Professional framing. The ladies are very knowledgeable as to all phases of framing - including…read morecanvas stretching to enhance and protect the beauty of your art. Highly recommend. Extensive selection of frames and related materials. In addition they listen and are very nice.

I had a fantastic experience here. I came in with a somewhat difficult reframing job. I have a…read morepiece that consists of a drawing and a separate signed piece of thin paper. It had been framed for decades in cheap non-archival material and everything that had been under the matte had been "burned." Victor and (I think) his wife talked with me in depth about how they would cut the new matte so that it would preserve the piece going forward but also not reveal any of the burning. They totally came through, and the new frame is gorgeous as well. Thank you!

This summer, I needed acid-free backing mats for two photos selected for a gallery show, under a…read moretight deadline since I was leaving town the next day and had no time for custom framing. Joanna at the Charlottesville location quickly cut two 12"x18" mounting mats and gave me invaluable advice on securely assembling and framing the prints so they'd be museum-ready. Couldn't recommend this shop and framer more!

Framing everywhere is more expensive than Michaels. A creative framing, small artist shop, has some…read moresuper people with a great eye for frames, excellent stock, and have done consistently excellent work on my paintings... so I keep going back.

5 stars for the customer service and the quality & price. No need to restate that here. Just trust…read moreme when I tell you it's the best framing shop in Albemarle County... heck maybe even the state of Virginia. Maybe the eastern seaboard. Upon further reflection, it would not be a stretch to posit it might could be the best frame shop in North America. And, if you are willing to come that far with me, then it stands to reason that it must be the best frame shop on the planet because, well, It's common knowledge and a well accepted fact that everything is better in the USA - even beer nowadays... So welcome to the best little frame shop in the Milky Way galaxy. And now that's out of the way, let's talk about the family side of the business. John, the original owner was a peach of a man. Always looking up from whatever he was doing to offer his full attention and guidance. He was so good that, after a few projects, I'd just call him and tell him what I needed and what room it was for and he'd take it from there. When I learned that John had passed away unexpectedly, I knew Charlottesville had lost a true artisan and friend. What I didn't know was that his son Billy is every bit as good (if not a wee bit better). Same great spirit, same great work, and a pure delight to be around. Ok stop reading... take your stuff there. You will be glad you did.

The team at GG does fantastic work. Whether you come in with a specific idea or need a lot of…read moreadvice, they are terrific. They have wide-ranging frame, mat, and glass options and do beautiful work. I won't go anywhere else.

I was delighted with the work done by The Great Frame Up! They helped me select the perfect frame…read moreand matte for my large print, did a beautiful job framing it, and then delivered and hung the print over my fireplace. Their prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!

This is a locally-owned business that does great work and cares about their customer's experience…read more They did a great job reframing my print, and when my own actions caused some minor problems with the frame, the owners went more than the extra mile to make things right. Highly recommended.

Excellent framing. I've had several oil canvasses framed in…read morefloating wood frames there. A return customer. They've a small curated supply of high end brushes, paints and materials. Most notable: excellent expert (and friendly) staff. Advice and counsel was certainly worth the premium over a chain store, for me. The only drawback is that they've a long queue for such work-- be prepared to be patient.

They do nice work and turn around promptly. Friendly…read morepeople with creative ideas. Recommend them highly.