Norton's Fine Art & Framing

I needed some photographic images framed and had just recently moved from Chicago so was not sure where to get this project done. Through a search online, we found Norton’s Fine Art and Framing.nnI’m very happy with the customer service, level of professionalism, creativity and skill of the people at Norton’s. Owner Mary Norton shepherded my project and was a pleasure to work with. The project was creating a shadow box using 3 photographic images. The backstory... I’m a former photojournalist and pretty particular about how my work looks. In the 80’s I created hand-made Christmas cards by printing 4x6 images of my work, then mounted the prints to 4x6 black mat board, making them a similar size to postcards and mailing them out. My mother-in-law saved all the cards sent her and gave them to my youngest daughter recently. My daughter spoke of her plans to have a shadow box made with her 3 favorites. I decided as a Christmas gift, I would surprise her by framing them.nnMary is personable and her knowledge of framing options is extensive. Our discussion included type and depth of the frame, order of the images and type and color of matte board.nnA deep frame black frame was chosen for the piece. Since it was a deep frame, she suggested having each image at a different depth from the back of the piece, giving the artwork additional visual interest.nnAfter working through several iterations of various blacks and grays, I landed on two mats, both the same black with a grain. She suggested the grained mat board be cut in in one direction for the first mat and in opposite direction on the second mat. Since the grain reflected light in different way, the mat boards looked slightly different, but yet are the same mat.nnThe side of the postcard with the postmarked stamp, the address and the Christmas greeting was not able to be seen, but Mary photocopied them at the original size and mounted them on the back of the shadow box. So it showed the uniqueness of the original work.nnIt was a stunning presentation. When my daughter received the gift, she said it was the best Christmas gift she’s received.nnNorton’s Fine Art and Framing will be involved with all my framing going forward. I would put their work on par with any art I had framed when I living in Chicago.

The craftsmanship, professionalism, attentiveness and courtesy towards the framing project I gave them has pleased me to no end. This was a Halloween wedding gift for an incredible couple. I couldn't be happier with the results. The Pumpkin Halloween wrapping was a sweet touch!

We went to Norton's Fine Art for the framing of a needlepoint picture that required a plexiglass box frame, stretching the work, cloth background and the intricate work of assembly. It turned out beautifully. The manner with which they handled the ordering and the knowledge of where to get the parts was flawless. Now, where have you been for a service and gotten just to the right place! This experience is valued and hope you'll see for yourself!

Phenomenal work and amazing service! I recently started collecting antique (+300 year old) maps, and while I know a little about the maps, I knew nothing about framing and preserving them. I called a few places and ultimately decided to visit Norton’s. They were truly experts and took all of my concerns into account. They worked within my budget, made framing suggestions, and were patient and accommodating with my requests. I would absolutely recommend them and will use them for all future framing needs!

I found this company on Google search, I needed to have a mirror customized to be hung. Ty helped me out and went above and beyond, The second time I walked in to pick up my mirror he knew me by name and was very friendly. Fantastic local company, I would absolutely recommend this place of business.