Medals No 1 Loose
Here is an example of some sports medals a customer recently brought in for framing. They wanted a nice clean display when finished.
Medals No 1 Complete
To the left is the finished product. Care is taken to give a balance appearance to the collection. All works is carry through to the back where it is sewn in place.
Medals No 2 Loose
An even more jumbled lot of medals.
Medals No 2 Complete
Here we see a more formal approach to display. Same method as above and it is important that all frame corners are glued and set in a clamp prior to any corner fasteners. If this precaution is not taken, the frame could rack (distort) over the years. With this framing method the work can handle some abuse and the medals will never fall off as they will if they are simple glued or taped in place. Always fasten through the back. Sewing is the preferred method.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Medals Collection Custom Framed No. 1 and 2
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
For Valentine's, to UnWrap!
Today I bring you a painting for Valentine's Day. It is from the Christian Koluski series, "Before and After". Here we have an after shot entitled, "Kiss UnWrapped". I find it appropriate for all who appreciate the wonder of a tasty kiss! It is available through our store The Framing Edge in the Baytowne Plaza, Webster, New York. Stop in and look at all the images. 10 paintings in all with sizes from 5"x7" to 11"x14"
"Kiss UnWrapped" is oil on board 5"x7" Click to BID
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Before and After Show, Chris Kolupski
a show by Christian Kolupski
of smaller paintings show metaphors for
the transitions we experience in our life journey.
After working for nine years in
Christian studied at The Art Student's League of New York with figurative artist Dean Keller, and portrait artists Everett Raymond Kinstler and Nelson Shanks. Christian continued his studies with Nelson Shanks at his
Christian exhibits throughout western
Christian is the director of Boxart Street Atelier, a privately owned school of drawing and painting in
He currently resides in
Christian is represented by:
1900 Empire Blvd
Finger Lakes Gallery and Frame
Frame Works & Gallery
Notable commissions include:
Family portrait for Jonathan Judge, CEO of Paychex Corporation
Portrait of Marvin Sands, founder of Constellation Brands
Portrait of James Neely, founder of AMSA Corporation
Portrait of John Odenbach Sr., founder of The Dolomite Group
Christian Kolupski is a member of:
The American Society of Portrait Artists
The New York Society of Portrait Artists
The Arts & Cultural Council for Greater Rochester
Genesee Valley Plein Air Painters
New York Plein Air Painters
- The paintings are available for sale and on display at our store.
- Buy two or more and receive a 10% discount.
- All works are original oil on board or on canvas board.
- You may purchase by phone, email or in person.
- Framing service available on the premises by our skilled framer, Mr. Michael Burdick.
- Store phone is (585)787-2150
Monday, November 26, 2007
Welcome to The Framing Edge
Welcome to the Framing Edge blog and store support site.
My name is Gordon van Vliet and I recently assumed ownership of a small custom picture framing shop in Webster, New York.
Michael Burdick is our Master Framer and has been working at his craft for 22 years. He is excellent both in helping you, our customer, in choosing an aesthetically pleasing frame for your art or collection and then in constructing the frame itself. Michael takes great pride in his work and rightfully so.
One of the new things that I have initiated in the store is showing some fine art done by local artist in the Western New York area.
Chris Kolupski is a talented artist in several ways. He is a successful illustrator, having spent years working for an international magazine and continuing on a free lance basis while also doing fine portraiture and mural work. He has consented to doing some small and affordable pieces just for our store. These begin at $100 unframed and Michael can help you choose an appropriate frame.
Here are two examples and would display well together. "Encounter" on the left and "Tryst" on the right. They display both talent and an artist insight into relations. Both are painted in fine oils on an artist panel. Chris will be at the store to discuss his work in the near future and I will let you know the times so you can stop in and meet the artist.
Encounter 8"x10" BID NOW
If you would like to discuss acquiring a work by Chris Kolupski please call Michael at the store. The telephone number is 585-787-2150.
