New Art

I have decided to bring in some new art for the new Gallery and shop location. I am going with a fruit and vegetable them. I took the tomato shot on friday at the Copley Farmers Market. I wanted to go for cheerful and light. I have mounted the photos onto 6x6 and 8x8 boxes. Kind of a different thing for me.

When I arrived the finishing touches were being applied to the new building. The art space is wonderful and some artwork was already up.

I love all the frames choices and colors. Some frames are serious and some not so serious with lots of sparkle. I really love the open feel of the new gallery and shop.

One red bead

For those curious about how Julie and Nancy's mom, Dolly, is recovering from her massive stroke, Nancy began a blog recording the latest news and all sisters are blog contributing authors.

I love the name of the blog, too.

Check it out to see why it's called one red bead.

New shop signage

The new shop is coming along and we're excited about the signage.Julie had GIANT frames made for the front of the building. These big frames will showcase reproductions of artwork and inform our customers of events and other things going on at the shop.How flattered I was when Julie asked me for permission to use one of my paintings in a frame! She also selected Edwina Caci, another instructor at the shop, to use one of her images.
Mine is the salt marsh, of course. (I knew you could have guessed that!)

The latest news

Hello curious readers!

I know it's been a long time since I updated our "Frame of Mind" blog with information about Custom Art Framing and Gallery 9 but it's been a frantic time at the shop.

Right when one suspects that never-ending 'to do' list is winding down, new things crop up and changes happen putting things into important perspective.

It was just over a week ago that Dolly, Julie and Nancy's mother (and frequent helper-extraordinaire) suffered a massive stroke. After a week with things in a precarious state, it seems that she is out of the woods but not at all in the clear.

Please keep Dolly, Julie, Nancy (as well as Kathy and Anna, Dolly's other daughters) in your thoughts and prayers.

And of course look for more information about everything going on in the near future. I promise to post more regular updates.

Thanks for checking in!

Picture lights

Did you know we sell picture lights?

What a difference they make in a room!!

Here is a photo of a newly-installed picture light in my living room over a painting by Susan Kelley.

What a difference it makes to both the painting and the room.

Why not take a look around your home and see if there may be a perfect spot for a picture light of your own. They are affordable and a perfect accent to any decor.

Update on our move!

As many blog readers know WE'RE MOVING!

Our big move date is still slated for May 18th and we're very very excited!!!

The new location has been painted and built out. Signage is nearly complete. Once the floors are done you'll start to see our present location thin out more and more.

We look forward to seeing you in our new space and know you'll enjoy the convenience of parking in the numerous spaces and lots nearby.

What a big event this is for us. Thank you for your support!

Buy local

This post is based on this post from Idealist.org on May 7th:

By Flickr user Symlinked

This project asks you to pick 3 independent stores in your community that you would miss if they went out of business. Stop in, say hello and purchase a few things. According to the project's site, "if half the employed population spent $50 each month in locally owned independent businesses, it would generate more than $42.6 billion in revenue."

That's great, but here's the kicker: "For every $100 spent in locally owned independent stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll, and other expenditures."

Your support of businesses like Custom Art Framing and Gallery 9 make a difference.
Buy local and promote social and environmental responsibility!