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| Mary Serra Veneklase |
The above painting was recently framed for Grand Rapids, MI artist, Mary Serra
Veneklase. The painting is oil on board and small in size measuring 8" x 12". To
give it more importance and balance to offset the boldness of the sunflower, we
chose a rich brown and sienna, wider frame and added a champagne colored
fillet to highlight and enhance the subtle light on the flower petals. The fillet
also serves as a division between the darks of the painting and the frame.
The painting below is also by Serra and was framed at the same time. This
painting measures 18" x 24" and is absolutely gorgeous! It is oil on hardboard.
We chose a frame of the same rich brown, but with just and added something to
add a bit of quiet pizzaz! The geometric lines of the frame which are almost
Frank Lloyd Wright in style, are a nice contrast to all the beautiful curves of the
flowers and leaves!
Tell us what you think about it!
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| Mary Serra Veneklase |
We specialize in archival framing at Merizon Studio. We use only the best, materials and
framing methods. My philosophy is that framing is expensive and it should be done right.
It is an investment for the sake of your art piece.
It is an investment for the sake of your art piece.
We consider ourselves minimalists when it comes to framing. The purpose of a frame is to
complement and protect a piece of art in a way that is almost imperceptible. You should
never notice a frame or mat before you look at the art that is surround by it.
complement and protect a piece of art in a way that is almost imperceptible. You should
never notice a frame or mat before you look at the art that is surround by it.
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DrArmand Merizon. |
This Drawing by Armand Merizon is framed with museum glass. This glass not only keeps
out 99% of harmful UV rays but it is very clear, almost reflection free.
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| Photo of custom made fly fishing Rod by Dr. Ken Rongey, with wood shavings |
This shadowbox frame uses a matte black fillet to enhance the openings in the mat. The
glass used for this piece is conservation clear glass. It is what we use most often. It keeps
out 99% of UV rays but does not have the clarity of museum glass. They are both
considered archival.
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This is what happens to a piece of art work that has not be cared for correctly. The mat is
not rag, or archival, but rather made out of paper. Paper has acid in it that will very quickly
begin to turn your picture brown. Using regular glass will also allow your artwork to discolor
as it does not keep out harmful ultra violet rays.
fox.ing \fäk-sin\ noun
: brownish spots on old paper
First use: 1873
Merizon Studio specializes in framing for artists. All artists get an automatic 20% off custom framing.
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| Kathleen Kalinowski |
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| Kathy Mikula Mohl |
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| Charles LaRue |
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| Charles LaRue |
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Armand Merizon |
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Debra Sportel |
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Chris Stoffel Overvoorde |
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Judy Maier Crandall |
We have a very wide and diverse selection of frame options to choose from.
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Helping you select the frame that is right for you is what we like to do! If you are not 100%
happy with your finished piece we will gladly make it right until you are satisfied!
That is our goal. That is why we do what we do! Please contact Chantal at 616-485-5752 or
come and visit on Wednesdays and Fridays between 10 and 6pm!
The back is important too!
