Parksies Picture Framing

02/03/2026

This is a tea towel, but not just any tea Towel. It talks to the fundamental values of the gentle man who wanted to make a hero of the piece, which originated in the late 19th / very early 20th century.

We chose to use a technique to raise the artwork (you'll see its wrapped and carefully - and reversibly - secured, around a deep board). The moulding is a lovely deep brown, echoing colours in the image. And I love that he chose a red mountboard and frame-wall lining, which matches the colours of the apples, but also speaks of the socialist movement that this is all about.

It took over 130 separate elements to create this look, for a very precious tea towel that has waited for years to be proudly displayed in my clients home, reflecting his years of professional dedication to the cause.

I'm so grateful for the opportunity to do this project.

What have you got at home that is sitting quietly waiting for the opportunity to be enjoyed to the full?

31/01/2026

I was very excited by this client's choice of a double mount with a hand-painted inner border, with a frame matching a previous piece I did for her.
She was inspired by a sample of this technique (see pictures), saying that 'if its worth framing, it's worthy of a special technique for a unique look'. I couldn't agree more.

I loved doing this piece. Thank you for the opportunity, Gaby!

10/01/2026

Golden!

10/12/2025

Before and after. What a transformation!

The brown frame was looking dated, and the cream mountboard made the Jack Vetriano print look faded & tired.

But rather than taking the whole thing to the charity shop or putting it in the attic, re-framing brought it back to life.
Changing the frame to a modern, streamlined black frame and using a bold scarlet mountboard has made it look strong, vibrant and contemporary.

So, don't give up on what was a favourite print or canvas - come and see me and let's explore the options that can ensure you love it all over again, and for years to come!

18/11/2025

'Tis the season for framed sports shirts for Christmas presents.
A more complex process than framing a canvas or print, but the challenge is half the fun of picture framing, and so satisfying when you get to put all the elements together and see the finished article.

01/10/2025

Just to let you know that the website for my 'cottage' picture framing business is now up https://www.parksiesframing.co.uk

I do love framing which is such a world away from dealing with desk-job, corporate-focused type-stuff and a real antidote to stress. You cannot hurry any part of any of the steps involved framing, and they require absolute focus and quietness. And the result is a joy you can enjoy every day and for years to come.
This is my most recent piece, which I really love. Simple and elegant, and completely in harmony with the artwork.

I'm working on framing some signed men's England football shirts, and would love to do some women's rugby and football shirt - we know who the real heroes are!!

Christmas orders welcome!

From photos and paintings to maps, shirts and memorabilia, I’ll help you find the perfect frame to showcase and protect what matters most to you

11/09/2025

A large Monet print to feature in a bathroom which has brushed bronze trimmings, taps etc.
So we've chosen a slim frame which will complement both the painting and the bathroom. And the colour of the mountboard around the picture is in harmony with the sails. A peaceful and elegant presentation.

13/02/2025

Framing artwork always feels like a big responsibility. And it’s one I take very seriously.

For the majority of people who use a bespoke framer, this is an investment in some form of artwork or an object that is special to them. It may have tangible value in itself, or emotional value by virtue of its significance to them, or both.

So, when Karina Digby-Jones, came to me to frame her show-piece linocut print, entitled Tsukubai, this was a real leap of faith for her, and I feel really honoured that she put her trust in me.

Few people take the bold step to change career track to pursue a latent creative talent, but Karina did. I need to ask her why she chose the linocut printing technique as an outlet for expressing her creativity, because it is an incredibly painstaking, brain-boggling, multi-step process to move from her vision represented in a drawing to the final artwork. You can see some of the stages below. No doubt you’ll agree that the result is stunning, and so strong in conveying the tranquillity of her Japanese garden. (Please do check out her Insta and FB pages at Karina_DJ_Art, to discover the range of her printmaking and artwork, the stories behind them, and more about the linocut process itself. I’m on the edge of my seat waiting to see the final versions of a few of the works in her pipeline that Karina gave me a sneak preview of, especially the privately commissioned MGB Roadster – I’ll say no more!)

When it came to choosing the frame and mountboard, I was reminded of what it feels like when you are house hunting – you just know when you find the right one for you. So, we took our time together to explore a range of shapes, sizes, colours and shades. In fact, Karina went away and reflected on what we’d provisionally selected, and came back a week or so later to look at different options which had been prompted by that first visit, because she hadn’t quite felt the right vibe. Waiting to hit that vibe really mattered. Karina was then able to feel completely comfortable and confident to move forward. Her choices, as you can see, of a simple black, wood-grained profile frame and a matching black mountboard allow the copper ink representation to quietly stand out with no distraction. I recommended raising the artwork above the mountboard (float mounting), to provide an extra dimension of separation from its surrounds, in keeping with the nature and simplicity of Japanese gardens.

So, I’d really like to thank Karina for placing her trust in me, and for the joy of putting two creative minds together for the best possible outcome.



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30/11/2024

An interesting article in today's Guardian, on how to refresh the look of your home without having to redecorate.
The final recommendation is 'Don't forget to frame your artwork'

From bold makeover to space-saving hack or character retouch – experts reveal how to freshen any room

19/10/2024

What's to shout about?
Well, I'm incredibly pleased with this result. We found the perfect colour for the mountboard, and then I was able to take a plain wood moulding (frame) and using a liming wax technique with acrylic paint to provide the perfect echos to the colours in this fabulous Monet print.
For me, it's a perfect result when you couldn't imagine a better framing composition and the hero remains the artwork that it surrounds.