Business Details
28 Years
experience
Art Gallery & Custom Picture Framing in Tiverton
Established in 1998, Jeans Gallery of Arts & Custom Picture Framing has been serving the Tiverton community with dedication and expertise. Our founder, Jean Lagace, brings decades of artistic experience to every project, specializing in archival framing techniques that preserve cherished artworks, photographs, and memorabilia. We offer a diverse collection of original artwork created by Jean herself, spanning multiple mediums including watercolour, oils, pastels, and encaustic. Our photography services capture the beauty of nature, animals, and landscapes, with select pieces available for purchase. As a full-service gallery and framing studio, we handle every aspect of your project in-house, from custom matting and glass cutting to shadow box creation and needlework blocking.Our commitment to quality extends to using acid-free materials and UV-filtering glass for conservation framing, ensuring your items remain protected for generations. Located in Tiverton, Ontario, we proudly serve Bruce County and surrounding areas, offering personalized consultations by appointment. Our professional affiliations with the International School of Art and local creative groups reflect our dedication to artistic excellence. With over 25 years in business, we combine technical precision with creative vision to deliver framing solutions that enhance both private and commercial spaces.
Services
Custom Picture Framing
Archival Framing
Original Artwork Sales
Photography Services
Shadow Box Creation
Needlework Blocking
Reframing Services
Canvas Stretching
Document Preservation
Object Framing
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of professional framing experience since 1998
- Specialize in archival framing with acid-free materials and UV protection
- All work completed in-house with personalized attention
- HST-free shopping for all purchases
- Owner creates original artwork in 8+ different mediums
Services
Custom Picture Framing
Our custom framing service creates tailored solutions for artwork, photographs, and documents. Using premium materials and precise techniques, we ensure each piece is protected and displayed optimally. Clients receive personalized consultations to select styles that complement their spaces while maintaining archival standards for long-term preservation.
Archival Framing
Specialized archival framing protects valuable items using acid-free mats, UV-filtering glass, and conservation-grade materials. This technique prevents deterioration from light exposure and chemical reactions, ensuring photographs, artworks, and memorabilia remain preserved for future generations in their original condition.
Shadow Box Creation
Three-dimensional object framing transforms keepsakes into display pieces through custom shadow boxes. We professionally arrange medals, antiques, and memorabilia within glass-encased frames, combining protective preservation with aesthetic presentation for items that require special handling and creative mounting solutions.
Needlework Blocking
Our needlework services include blocking and stretching techniques that prepare cross-stitch, embroidery, and needlepoint pieces for framing. The process ensures even tension across fabrics, preventing sagging or distortion while maintaining the artwork's integrity during and after the framing process.
Reframing Services
Reframing services update existing framed pieces with modern materials and design choices. Clients can refresh outdated styles or replace degraded components while preserving original artworks. We incorporate archival materials and UV protection to extend the lifespan of valuable framed items during the redesign process.
People
Jean Lagace
Owner & Artist
Jean Lagace has operated Jeans Gallery since 1998, creating original artwork in multiple mediums while perfecting archival framing techniques. With decades of experience in Tiverton, she combines technical precision with artistic vision for every client project.
Questions
What types of items can you frame?
We frame artwork, photographs, documents, needlework, memorabilia, and three-dimensional objects using custom solutions tailored to each item's preservation needs.
Do you offer archival framing options?
Yes, we specialize in archival framing with acid-free materials and UV-filtering glass to protect valuable items from deterioration over time.
How do I schedule a framing consultation?
Contact us at 519-368-7806 to arrange an appointment for personalized framing consultations at our Tiverton studio location.
Are your framing services HST-exempt?
All purchases at Jeans Gallery are HST-free, including custom framing services and original artwork acquisitions.
What original artwork do you create?
Jean Lagace produces original works in watercolour, oils, pastels, acrylic, encaustic, and multiple printmaking techniques available for purchase at the gallery.