We were recently tasked with framing this large contemporary oil painting by local artist Christi Arnette. There was limited space on the wall it was to hang so we went with a thin (7/8" wide) distressed wood moulding. This frame is a good 1 1/8" deep, too, able to handle chunky stretcher strips. It comes in the three colors; blackish, greyish and whitish. This painting … [Read more...] about Framed Oil Painting by Christi Arnette!
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Laura Spong Original!
This lovely 30" square abstract oil by Columbia artist Laura Spong is bright and colorful. We couldn't decide which way was up so maybe you can help us? … [Read more...] about Laura Spong Original!
Mixed Installation!
Here is an example of a mixed installation. We incorporated framed family pics and abstract artwork, placing items non-linearly on the large wall. Interesting! Fun to look at! If you need help with hanging artwork give us a call, we have years of experience! Elite Framing is located in Columbia SC's 5 Points shopping district! … [Read more...] about Mixed Installation!
Randall McKissick Sailfish!
We do love artwork by Columbia's Randall McKissick, he is as talented as anyone in the state of South Carolina! We also love framing his work. This piece is of a sailfish and is quite large, the frame measures about 48" by 25"! We used a neutral acid-free mat and a rustic pine moulding. Our friends at Southwinds Molding in Columbia SC manufactured the moulding! We love … [Read more...] about Randall McKissick Sailfish!
Fabulous Spoleto Poster by Robert Motherwell!
This poster from 1968 Spoleto Italy is by acclaimed American artist Robert Motherwell. It is open edition and has slight discoloration damage to the bottom 1/5 or so, as the result of being stored in a cardboard tube for some 40+ years. It is large, the frame measures about 30" wide x 44" high. We matted it in a neutral acid-free cotton mat and used a contemporary black … [Read more...] about Fabulous Spoleto Poster by Robert Motherwell!
