Avenue Art and Framing

Avenue Art and Framing was the fourth framing gallery I went to trying to find someone to frame a needlepoint cross. The others said, no way. Avenue Art not only said, way...they did an amazing job. It was exactly what I wanted, it was fast, and under the original quote. I will definitely go back.

I try to patronize small businesses within my zip code. The fact that Lakeview people are so blindly loyal to neighborhood businesses is, I suspect, the only reason why Avenue Art and Framing is still in business. I took an original piece there in 2020 and shortly after returning home with it, it crashed onto the floor because they didn't affix the wire solidly to the back. Waste of over $100. The last time they did work for me, I had a broken glass and frame. I just wanted new glass and the frame secured so that the art was secure but no cosmetic work done, because the frame was original with this valuable 1920s Erte lithograph. Not only did they mess up this priceless antique frame trying to patch it with mismatched putty and paint (they failed to respect my instructions not to attempt cosmetic repair), but they returned it to me with the picture in the frame, upside down! After seeing how they damaged the frame I did not want them to touch this piece again. Adamant to patronize neighborhood businesses, I gave them a third shot. What a huge mistake! They act as though everything they do is brain surgery and are always unsure that they can do even the simplest of tasks. (They are right- they can't.) The person at the shop said she could not take my matting job because "the frame is heavy." When I asked for clarification, she then gave as a reason that they had "no place to put it." Odd since it's a frame shop! Then finally she admitted she needed her manager to approve the intake. I sat and waited until the manager called her back. She agreed to take it but then began trying to make it seem as though reaffixing a lithograph to its matting was rocket science and that they couldn't guarantee they could do it. After wasting too much of my time already, I left. An artist friend of mine recommended a small frame shop less than 5 miles away in Metairie and the guy there handled my intake with ease and confident assurance, and the whole thing took less than 5 minutes. I will never go to Avenue Art again.

I had a certificate with a medal framed here recently and had a great experience. The employee who helped me deserves a big "thank you" from me. I had no idea how to achieve the look - like absolutely NO IDEA - so I know I was that nightmare client.He was able to help me find the appropriate mat - color was a big consideration too - and frame. He also came up with a great shadow box design. The framing process took 2 weeks and the finished product is gorgeous!!! I wasn't wowed with the art for sale, as there isn't a lot of inventory, but they definitely know what they're doing when it comes to framing.

Avenue Art is an excellent place to have your momentos and special items framed. Their work is first-rate, their care for family treasures and specialty art is fantastic and the end result you'll be very happy with!I bring all my artwork there and I seek their advice and craftsmanship on everything I frame. They are a treasure in the Lakeview/Lakefront area!Tom Callia runs a first-class frame shop/art boutique!

Great local place to get your artwork and photos framed. Friendly, family owned business with truly custom framing and quick turn around times. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to support local businesses in the New Orleans area.

This is my "Go To" place for framing. I've also purchased some hard-to-find art from them. They've framed everything from certificate-like letters to large prints for me. They've done the standard pieces and the very unusual cut-out shapes. Their work just can't be beat and their prices are reasonable. I tried other shops before I found them. I never went back to anyone other than Avenue Art and Framing. Try em, you'll like em.