Grand Hill Gallery — Attraction in Saint Paul

Doug Nielsen has been in business for decades! His passion for fine art comes through in his meticulous handling of all projects. He can do anything from frame and painting conservation to graduation photo framing. His eye for art is very helpful for guiding you to the perfect frame for your piece!

The focus of the gallery is primarily Plein Air Painting, where artists paint most of the art outdoors, on site. He features the area's premier painters including Joshua Cunningham, Richard Abraham & Neil Sherman. He also has some nice bronzes and regularly comes across some wonderful classic lithographs or paintings from all over the globe.

This gem of a gallery/frame shop is a small business, locally owned, and lovingly cared for by the owner, who gives expert guidance and great prices to all of his clients. And there's a cool huge brushed metallic magnetic wall the art...

Working with Doug is always fantastic! I have brought many beautiful and personal pieces to Doug to frame and the experience is always great. Unlike at other frame stores (I have been to a lot), Doug does not push any frame, mat or his vision on you; rather, he lets you talk about the piece and grab any samples you might want to see. If you don't want a mat then he is not going to roll his eyes or get upset. He wants to the art to look best and be your style. In addition, the turn around time is amazing. Finally, the work is exceptional. I only get my framing done at Grand Hill Gallery now. It is a treat to go into the nice little gallery and have Doug's smiling face...

My buddy stopped to fill his tire up with air and was told by the owner "his insurance doesn't cover us on his private property and to leave" a matter of two minutes and a place of business. Don't come give your business to this hateful man. Or maybe he's racist idk. I don't like to assume it's that deep. Either way he sure was angry about my buddy putting air in his scooter tire. Sorry 2 minutes got you bent out of...