Erickson & Ripper Framing Gallery

08/14/2026

Some pieces deserve a frame that’s just as thoughtful as the art itself.

For this playful cat print, we paired a custom graph paper mat with a polished black frame featuring a subtle glitter and sparkle finish. The clean geometric lines of the mat create unexpected visual interest, while the shimmering frame adds depth and sophistication without competing with the artwork.

It’s a reminder that custom framing isn’t just about protecting what you love. It’s about creating the perfect balance between the art, the materials, and the space it calls home.

07/29/2026

Every piece has a story. Our job is to help tell it.

This antique map deserved more than a standard frame. We floated it on a warm cream linen mat inside a custom shadow box, allowing the edges to remain visible and giving the artwork the space it deserves. The slanted silver frame adds a quiet, contemporary contrast that complements the aged paper without competing with it.

Thoughtful design isn’t about drawing attention to the frame. It’s about creating a presentation that honors the history, craftsmanship, and character of the piece itself.

Whether it’s a centuries old map, a family heirloom, or a work of contemporary art, custom framing is about preserving what matters.

Visit us to see how the right frame can transform the way you experience the art you love.

07/12/2026

Nature has a way of telling a story, and the right frame helps it bloom. 🌸

For this custom project, we floated a hand-painted textile on a rich royal green linen mat, allowing every woven detail and natural edge to remain visible. The piece is finished with a white ornate rustic frame that adds warmth, texture, and timeless character without overpowering the artwork.

The contrast between the vibrant green linen, organic burlap, and weathered white frame creates a presentation that feels both refined and handcrafted, giving this textile the attention it deserves.

At Erickson & Ripper, we believe framing should elevate the art while honoring the story behind it.

What special piece in your home deserves this kind of treatment?

06/30/2026

Some of nature’s most remarkable works of art don’t need embellishment. They simply deserve to be preserved.

These museum quality shadowboxes showcase the incredible beauty and detail of butterflies from around the world. Each specimen is carefully mounted on a linen background and protected behind conservation glass in a handcrafted wood frame finished in a soft, whitewashed texture that lets the butterfly remain the focal point.

Whether it’s a butterfly, a treasured heirloom, or a meaningful keepsake, custom framing transforms what you love into something that can be admired for generations.

What would you preserve?

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06/29/2026

Bold color. Timeless craftsmanship.

This patriotic needlepoint deserved a presentation that felt just as vibrant as the artwork itself. We paired it with a rich cobalt blue fluted frame, a crisp white liner, and a vivid red fabric mat to create depth, contrast, and a gallery-worthy finish.

The result is a frame that doesn’t just surround the art, it celebrates it.

Every frame we design is custom built to enhance the story each piece has to tell.

What would you frame with this bold color combination?

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06/19/2026

06/12/2026

Some pieces tell a story far beyond what meets the eye.

This custom piece preserves a physician’s scrub top, stethoscope, photographs, and heartfelt messages from colleagues and loved ones. Every signature, every photograph, and every carefully placed element reflects a career dedicated to caring for others and the lives touched along the way.

Designed with a deep navy background and a black frame accented by a warm gold liner, this piece transforms treasured keepsakes into a lasting tribute that can be enjoyed for generations.

At Erickson & Ripper, we are honored to help preserve the moments, milestones, and memories that matter most.

06/04/2026

Ancient artistry meets timeless craftsmanship.

This papyrus artwork was floated to showcase its beautifully organic edges against a rich black mat, accented with a rustic gold fillet that draws your eye inward. We finished the piece with a Greek key frame that echoes the history and architecture woven into the artwork itself.

Thoughtful framing is about more than preservation. It is about creating a conversation between the art, the materials, and the space it lives in.

What story is hanging on your walls?

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06/03/2026

Some pieces deserve framing that feels just as intentional as the artwork itself.

This original James Montgomery Flagg piece was paired with a 12k white gold frame over black to create contrast, depth, and quiet drama. We finished it with a crème fabric wrapped linen liner and a black filet detail to draw your eye inward and let the artwork speak.

The balance between warm linen texture, dark accents, and metallic finish creates a frame design that feels timeless while honoring the character and history of the original piece.

Because great framing is never just about what surrounds the art. It is about elevating it.

05/20/2026

Soft texture, movement, and a little bit of sunshine. ☀️

This custom piece pairs a linen liner with a wavy silver frame, creating a layered look that feels both relaxed and refined. The subtle texture of the liner softens the metallic finish, while the rippled profile adds movement that quietly echoes the brushstrokes of the painting itself.

Framing is never just about protecting the artwork. It’s about creating a conversation between the piece, the space, and the feeling you want it to hold.

We love how this one feels fresh, airy, and timeless all at once.