Testimonials
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“Greg Drinkwine's extensive knowledge of American frames and meticulous craftsmanship places him among the elite of young master craftsmen working today. We look forward to presenting the solo exhibition Triumph of Craftsmanship: Arts and Crafts Frames by Greg Drinkwine at the Nevada Museum of Art in 2011. Visitors and collectors will be amazed by these beautiful works of art – and by how dramatically a picture can be enhanced when framed by one of Drinkwine’s distinctive designs.”
David B. Walker
Executive Director | CEO
Nevada Museum of Art
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“Greg Drinkwine has framed turn-of-the-century paintings for the Crocker Art
Museum with much success. Each painting had unique challenges that Greg was able
to resolve in a beautiful way. I would highly recommend Craftsman Frame Co.”
Scott A. Shields
Ph.D. Associate Director/Chief Curator
Crocker Art Museum |
“Craftsman Frames has provided us with exceptional service for many years. Their
attention to detail and ability to stay on schedule have made them our "go-to"
framing company. From small paintings to multi-million dollar masterpieces
they've always delivered as promised.”
Mike Overby
The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction |
“We started using Craftsman Frames a few years ago and have always been
satisfied with their results. Frames are completed in a timely manner, the
quality is superb, and their attention to overall detail cannot be questioned. I
recommend this company without hesitation.”
Stuart Johnson
Settlers West Gallery |
"I see many works of art coming to auction with old and new frames, some of great quality, others not so. When I was framing my own collecting, I wanted a framer who understood my art and had the skill set required to produce a frame of distinction, but also with its own individuality to complement each work. Greg, looked at my art and we mutually agreed on what would and would not work with each painting. I was and am very happy with the quality of each and every frame he produced and would thus highly recommend Craftsman Frame Co. to anyone looking to enhance a work of art with a beautifully carved frame."
Patrick Meade
Chief Operating Officer
Bonhams & Butterfields
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"I have been purchasing Craftsman frames for over 5 years and they have always
exceeded my expectations. They have framed Sharps, Couses, Cortes, Renoirs and
many others with styles and craftsmanship that rivals the originals. The quality
and finishes are second to none!"
-Duffy Oyster
Collector |
“Fine dining and fine art have one thing in common… presentation! When it comes
to presenting art there is none finer than Craftsman Frame. An original by Greg
Drinkwine is the perfect compliment to your art. Each is an original recreation
of an authentic period frame, thoroughly researched, hand-carved and hand gilded
in 22K gold, and made to exacting specifications. These frames are an investment
in history that will be appreciated by generations to come.”
Gordon Peters
Collector |
"I am exceptionally pleased with the Craftsman frames I have ordered. These
hand-carved, guilt frames are museum quality, crafted to the highest standards.
The artworks fitted to these frames reside in our living room and regularly
receive recognition, the most of any artworks in the collection. The large
variety of styles and widths provides customers with many choices. The website
gives accurate renditions for each frame style which is helpful in making a
choice. I chose a six inch width frame for a 19th Century English Pre Raphaelite
water color and a two and three-quarter width frame for a self-portrait by a
gifted emerging artist. Greg Drinkwine was personable and flexible in producing
frames that met my needs. I look forward to future purchases from Craftsman
Frame."
Robert Hamilton
University of California at Berkeley
Nanolab Equipment Engineering Manager |
“As a longtime owner of one of the premier Art Galleries in Northern Nevada and
an avid collector of fine paintings. I had the good fortune to commission the
Craftsman Frame Company to provide frames for both gallery works and my own
personal collection. The excellent quality of their product coupled with their
in depth knowledge of historical framing motifs, was of great value to me. A
combination of reliability (so rare in these times) and precision in meeting
the exact requirements of the client both served to exceed my expectations in
each of our businesses transactions. I wholeheartedly recommend Craftsman Frame
Company to anyone who is seeking the highest quality of consistently fine
workmanship and dependable service for their framing needs.”
Mr. Gale Davis
Retired Executive
Former Owner, The Davis Gallery of Fine Art |
“Greg Drinkwine is a rare individual who has managed to create stunning frames
that will be admired for generations to come. The precision of his frames are
truly inspiring, and it shows that even in a modern society today with everyone
in a hurry with computer made products that Greg has managed to step back in
time. Even the masters of those eras would be impressed with Greg's craftsmanship.
It is truly rare to find frames that are works of art themselves and
done/finished completely by hand. His attention to detail is off the charts. Greg
Drinkwine is a frame maker without peers.”
John Sanders
Collector |
“My name is Scott Tallman Powers. I am a professional artist here in Chicago,
and I recently had the pleasure of working with Greg Drinkwine at Craftsman
Frames. I was in need of a museum quality framer for a one-man show and Greg was
recommended by my gallery owner, Stuart Johnson. I can not say enough good
things about my experience working with him. It was a painless and enjoyable
experience talking with Greg about what frames would best suit my work. When I
received my frames, I was extremely excited. It was the best work I have seen
from a custom framer. Greg is and has the eye of a true artist. The combination
of the two is rare. So I look forward to a long future working with Greg
Drinkwine. I would recommend him to anyone who wants their work to have a frame
that is worthy of any museum.”
Scott Powers
Fine Artist |
"A quality frame is the final piece in
the ensemble of an artist's creation. I have used Craftsman Frames for over 10
years because of the quality and art in their work. The frames are exquisitely
carved and the attention to detail in the finish is impeccable. Both artists and
collectors should treat themselves to the old world craftsmanship of these truly
artistic frames."
Charles Muench
Fine Artist
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