Museum-Picture Framing

A black and white illustration of an art gallery scene with people viewing paintings, some engaging in conversation, and artists working on their canvases.
Close-up of an ornate, carved, gold-colored decorative frame with floral and leaf patterns, resting on a wooden surface.
A portrait painting of a young girl with short light brown hair, wearing a white lace collar, set in a wooden frame on a white textured wall.
Close-up of an ornate gold and blue decorative element, possibly part of furniture or a framed mirror, with intricate floral and shell motifs.
Close-up of a door frame with ornate decorative trim and molding on a white wall.
Handmade picture frame on a workbench with woodworking tools and wooden rods nearby.
Close-up of a wooden picture frame resting on a wooden surface.
Framed black-and-white landscape photograph featuring trees, mounted on a table with cleaning cloth and squeegee nearby.
A framed painting with an abstract landscape scene, showing mountains, sky, and terrain, signed by the artist at the bottom left corner.

Museum‑Grade Picture Framing

Custom hardwood frames handcrafted in Las Cruces, built with continuous grain corners, archival materials, and Southwest warmth.

Our Approach

  • Continuous Grain Corners — Hand‑tuned miters aligned for seamless flow.
  • Archival Materials — Acid‑free backings, UV glazing, conservation mounting.
  • Hardwood Profiles — Walnut, ash, cherry, mesquite; shaped and finished by hand.
  • Southwest Aesthetic — Warm tones, soft edges, natural light.
  • Custom Sizing — Built precisely to your artwork’s dimensions.

Framing Styles

Modern Southwest

Warm woods, soft edges, and natural light — your signature aesthetic.

Slim Gallery

Minimal, refined, and ideal for photography or contemporary art.

Float Frames

Canvas or panel floats cleanly with a subtle reveal.

Textile Framing

Deep rabbets and archival mounting for woven or dimensional pieces.

Your Artwork, Our Process

  1. Consultation — Artwork review, style selection, material pairing.
  2. Material Selection — Hand‑selected hardwood boards with ideal grain.
  3. Joinery & Milling — Precision miters, splines, hand shaping.
  4. Finishing — Oil‑rubbed surfaces for warmth and clarity.
  5. Mounting & Glazing — Archival materials and UV‑protective glass.

Ready to Frame Your Artwork?