The Framing Edge

Monday, May 18, 2009

Frame Restoration Followup

Some news of interest: We are now showing some occasional fine art pieces at a restaurant in Penfield.

Please vist and enjoy our friend Steve's fine breakfast and lunches.

Steve's Place
1694 Penfield Rd
Rochester, NY 14625
585-586-4480

Map: http://www.urbanspoon.com/u/map/601571/restaurant/Penfield/Steves-Place-Rochester

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In the last post I show a recent restoration project.
At the right you can see the restored frame.

Here is the frame prior to restoration.

Here are some close ups of finished corner work.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Frame Restoration

Recently a client brought in this frame to be restored. It is a beautiful antique oak leaf and acorn motif with a wonderful aged bronze finish. Michael Burdick, our expert frame and frame restorer undertook the restoration process.

In photo no. 2 you can see easily the extensive damage. Special fillers are used as appropriate for this type of frame.

In photo no. 3 you can see a close up of the damaged corner and photo no. 4 shows the carved details that Michael is so skilled at.

After this the process involves undercoating and shading to achieve the proper under tone. Then the back ground shade is applied. Following the steps to do this then highlights are added, then aging and blending of patina.

The overall effort is not new, but restoration to eliminate damage, leaving that highly desirable aged patina, but in flawless condition. It all takes many hours, but the final result is well worth the effort. The client was immensely pleased with the final result.

Bring in your old and cherished frames for repair of any defects.

We also restore paintings. Gordon van Vliet is our in house expert at painting restoration.

Sunday, February 10, 2008

Medals Collection Custom Framed No. 1 and 2

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.

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

Blank no. 3

reserved

Blank no. 2

reserved.

Before and After Show, Chris Kolupski

Before and After
a show by Christian Kolupski
of smaller paintings show metaphors for
the transitions we experience in our life journey.

BIOGRAPHY

After working for nine years in Rochester, NY as an illustrator, Christian relocated to New York City in 1995 to produce historical illustrations for an international publisher. His proximity to the museums of Manhattan, Boston and Philadelphia allowed him to study the masters and determine exactly what part of art history he was most interested in. The work of John Singer Sargent, Joaquin Sorolla Bastida, and the early impressionists helped Christian focus on the narrow intersection of impressionism and tonalism that occurred at the end of the 19th century.

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 Philadelphia atelier Studio Incamminati. Christian also takes annual painting trips to Colorado and Utah where he paints outdoors to refresh his studio work.

Christian exhibits throughout western New York, Colorado and Utah, and has works in public and private collections around the world. His work is also on permanent display within the Elizabeth Collection, located at 565 Blossom Road in Rochester, NY.

Christian is the director of Boxart Street Atelier, a privately owned school of drawing and painting in Charlotte, NY.

He currently resides in Rochester, NY with his wife Michele and their daughter Violet.

Christian is represented by:

Ago Gallery of Fine Art
Ouray, CO

The Overlook Gallery
Moab, UT

The Framing Edge Gallery
Bay Towne Plaza
1900 Empire Blvd
Webster, NY 14580
(585) 787-2150

Finger Lakes Gallery and Frame
Canandaigua, NY

Frame Works & Gallery
Grand Junction, CO

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

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