Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Premier Destination for Fine Art and Custom Picture Framing
CV Art and Frame has been a trusted fine art gallery and custom picture framing resource since 1986. Our certified picture framers combine technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver museum-quality craftsmanship for artwork preservation and display. We represent over 130 artists across diverse genres including traditional, contemporary, impressionist, and abstract styles. Our team provides personalized on-site consultations for residential and commercial clients in the greater Indianapolis area. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in sourcing rare artwork, creating custom shadow boxes, and restoring damaged pieces using conservation techniques.Our gallery features rotating exhibitions from local, national, and international artists, including prominent names like Thomas Kinkade and Dr. Seuss. We maintain industry-leading standards through our membership in the Professional Picture Framers Association. Our staff brings extensive art history knowledge and design expertise to help clients build meaningful collections within their budget.
Services
Custom Framing
Art Sales
Restoration
Commissions
Framing Projects
Art Consultation
Shadow Box Creation
Art Installation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of art gallery and framing expertise in central Indiana
- Certified Picture Framers with museum-quality conservation techniques
- Personalized art consultation and on-site installation services
- Extensive network of 130+ represented artists across all genres
- Specialized restoration of water-damaged and historic artwork
Associations and certifications
- Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA)
What people say
Expert framing expertise
Outstanding restoration results
Knowledgeable and helpful staff
Amazing customer service
Perfect frame selection
Services
Custom Framing
Our certified picture framers create custom solutions using conservation techniques to protect valuable artwork. We offer hand-finished gold-leaf moldings, leather-covered frames, and contemporary acrylic designs. Each project receives meticulous attention to detail for both functional protection and aesthetic enhancement of artwork.
Art Restoration
Specialized restoration services recover water-damaged artwork and photographs using industry-leading conservation methods. Our experts handle delicate materials including antique textiles, historic documents, and fragile paintings. We employ techniques to stabilize deteriorating pieces while maintaining their original integrity and artistic value.
Art Sales
We represent over 130 artists across diverse genres including Thomas Kinkade, Dr. Seuss, and emerging contemporary creators. Our inventory features original paintings, limited editions, sculptures, and prints. The gallery curates rotating exhibitions featuring local, national, and international artists for both new and established collectors.
Shadow Box Creation
Custom shadow boxes preserve three-dimensional objects like memorabilia, textiles, and collectibles. We design multi-layered displays with hinged access panels and specialized lighting. Our solutions protect delicate items while creating visually engaging presentations for both personal and commercial spaces.
Art Consultation
Professional art consultants provide personalized guidance for building collections and selecting appropriate framing. We offer on-site evaluations for residential and commercial clients. Our experts match artwork to interior spaces considering style, scale, and color coordination for cohesive visual presentations.
People
Barbara Jennings
Executive Director, Owner
Barbara founded CV Art and Frame in 1986 after earning her certification from the Professional Picture Framers Association. With degrees in Psychology and Journalism from Indiana University, she combines business acumen with artistic expertise. She has expanded the gallery to represent over 130 artists while maintaining hands-on involvement in client projects.
Rhonda Crawshaw
Gallery Director
Rhonda brings business management expertise and a keen design eye to her role as Gallery Director. With a background in corporate marketing, she focuses on client art searches and collection development. She actively contributes to the Zionsville Cultural District and has received local business awards for her community involvement.
Jon Adamson
Custom Framer
Jon has served as lead custom framer since 2012, specializing in conservation techniques and shadow box construction. His woodworking background informs his approach to framing as 'furniture for art.' He studied music at Indiana University but found his calling in combining craftsmanship with artistic presentation.
Luda Aumer
Art Consultant
Luda graduated with an Art History degree from Kennesaw State University and brings historical perspective to contemporary art sales. She connects clients with artwork that resonates personally while explaining artistic context. Her background includes gallery work in Atlanta before returning to her hometown of Zionsville.
Questions
What types of artwork do you carry?
We represent over 130 artists across all genres including traditional, contemporary, impressionist, abstract, and photographic styles. Our inventory includes original paintings, limited editions, sculptures, and works by renowned artists like Thomas Kinkade and Dr. Seuss.
Do you offer custom framing services?
Yes, our certified picture framers create custom solutions using conservation techniques. We offer hand-finished gold-leaf moldings, leather-covered frames, contemporary acrylic designs, and specialized shadow boxes for three-dimensional objects.
Can you restore damaged artwork?
Our specialists handle restoration of water-damaged artwork and photographs using industry-leading conservation methods. We stabilize deteriorating pieces while maintaining original integrity, including delicate materials like antique textiles and historic documents.
Are your framers certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes Certified Picture Framers (CPF) through the Professional Picture Framers Association. This certification ensures adherence to the highest industry standards for artwork preservation and presentation techniques.
Do you provide art consultation services?
Our art consultants offer personalized guidance for building collections and selecting appropriate framing. We provide on-site evaluations for residential and commercial clients, matching artwork to interior spaces considering style, scale, and color coordination.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the greater Indianapolis area including Zionsville, Carmel, Westfield, Brownsburg, Lebanon, and Whitestown. Our clients also travel from surrounding regions for our specialized art and framing services.
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Reviews (6)
Idriss Guerziz
Dec 06, 2021
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Really lovely and beautiful art gallery! Kind staff and really diverse artworks! Definitely recommend
Tony W.
Nov 01, 2021
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Well, I searched for a place to fix and clean some older paintings from Thailand. During that search, I came across CV Art and Frame. They had some wonderful reviews so I gave them a chance. So very happy I did. They did a fabulous job removing mold, stains, and fixing a hole in the larger painting. If you're in the need for restoration or just frame work, please give CV Art and Frame a chance.
(And they have amazing artwork for sell tooooooo!!!!!!!!)
(And they have amazing artwork for sell tooooooo!!!!!!!!)
Steve Kizewic
Sep 22, 2021
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My wife and I were staying at a local B&B right across the street from CV. We always check out galleries when we are in different towns. We met Rhonda when we entered. Just kind of browsing with no intent to buy till I saw this beautiful painting by Nuria Miro. We did not buy it on the spot. However it kept in my head all weekend while we were traveling for the weekend. I contacted Rhonda on Monday and decided I had to have it. Gave my CC information and WOW! The painting was at our door 3 days later. Wrapped and contained perfectly. I cant say how thrilled we are with the painting but more so
Brian York
Aug 29, 2021
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Being fairly new at both art and buying gifts of artwork, Barbara did an outstanding job of answering my questions and assisting me in the final selection. My wife was so happy to receive and hang it in a prominent area. Thanks again! -Brian
Leslie Morgan
May 30, 2021
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We enjoyed working with Rhonda at CV Art and Frame to purchase our Robert Finale painting. We appreciated their sincere communication and depth to make sure we were completely satisfied with our art. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for very specific art framed custom. We ordered online and got exactly what we wanted!
Austin Maximus
Apr 02, 2021
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CV Art and Frame absolutely blew me away with their fantastic level of customer service! Rhonda, Daniella, and Barbara each went above and beyond to not only answer my questions, but find individual pieces of art I loved, whether they were in stock or available from their broker! I would use CV Art and Frame again for my next art purchase, and would recommend them to anyone to do the same!
