The Certified Picture Framer

It is our belief that all custom framing workshops should be supervised by a Certified Picture Framer. The CPF designation is the framer’s mark of excellence, awarded by the Professional Picture Framers Association to framing professionals who have passed rigorous testing to determine that they are knowledgeable and experienced in conservation and design.

Gallery One’s custom framing department has been supervised by a CPF since 1986. Three additional staff members hold that certification as well.

Incidentally, the examination for certification is intense and requires frequent recertification. Ask your picture framer for proof that he or she has “passed the test".



By: Norah Lynne Brown