For someone who appreciates art, it is joy and privilege to watch Mrs. Alethea and Mrs. Barbara work. They are master artists in their own right.
What’s more, they care about you, your story, and the piece that you treasure. With your input they then make a masterpiece, which shows off and protects your precious piece for years to come.
I also sincerely appreciate their communication including working with you to find the right materials you need for framing a simple print to preserving and displaying something as delicate and important as an original sacred painting done on silk.
When I go to Barnel’s, I look forward to seeing them and their smiling faces, to learn from them, and hearing my name as I walk in the door as if I were at home.
The Holy Spirit is definitely...
Read moreThis is THE place for framing services. Alethea and Ms. Barbara are truly exceptional at what they do. They take the time to discuss with you the options for framing your artwork/memories. Their expertise and attention to detail are phenomenal. Not only will you receive superior framing services, they bring the latest knowledge/training on preserving and caring for your artwork. Alethea and Ms. Barbara are also outstanding in making recommendations, thus leading to a superior outcome for your framed work. Simply put, they genuinely care about their customers, their work, and the final product. They are so very kind. They want you to be happy and consistently reach this goal. I have family artwork over a century old and I only...
Read moreI recently worked with Alethea on a framing project for an oversized French advertising poster. It measured nearly 7 x 5 feet in size. Alethea was great to work with and she presented several different options and materials despite the atypical size requirements. The project was completed on time and was done professionally. Due to supply chain issues, the cost of one of the framing materials increased during her process. However, Alethea honored the original cost estimate she provided to me and absorbed the additional cost. So not only is she very talented, but is also honorable, which makes for a great businesswoman. I strongly recommend Barnells for...
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