Gonzalez Framing

I recently had a 24“x48″ photograph I’d taken framed here, and i was so impressed with the quality of the work and service Yolanda provided, that I know i’ll be coming back here for all my future framing needs. She was able to provide me with many good recommendations, and was flexible in regards to her shop times, allowing me to drop in after I got off work (which was after their normal shop hours). She also allowed me to take home some frame and matting samples to check out which ones worked best with my wall and furniture. That was a big plus since I had a hard time making up my mind in the shop. After going through all the options, i chose a thick dark wood frame with matting and anti-​glare acrylic, and the bill was still at least a couple of hundred dollars cheaper than all the big name framing stores I’d gotten quotes from! Overall, Im completely satisfied and am glad to have found a local framer I can rely on just a few minutes from my house.

This place is such a gem! It had the best reviews and the lady at the from was so helpfil! Always willing to help you get you what you need to accentuate whatever you need framed :)

I have driven past Gonzalez Framing for months. I didn’t yet have a reason to go in, but I am always curious about local businesses in industrial parks. OK, I’m nosy! And I like to support local businesses. Finally, I decided to enter an art show, and thus I had two pieces needing to be framed. I checked on Unilocal and saw that Gonzalez Framing had some stellar reviews!
I walked in one day and was greeted by Yolanda — one of the nicest, most polite people ever! She praised my art and immediately came up with some mat & framing suggestions. I had some ideas of my own, but I should not have bothered — because I took all of her advice and I’m so happy I did! My paintings look amazing! They use high-​quality materials, like thick black paper backing (for the frame) and plastic-​coated copper wire (protects both the wire and whatever it’s hung upon. Lasts longer.)
Yolanda suggested using black mats and matte black frames on both pieces. (I had thought white mats, but it was too overwhelming.) She put 3″ double mats on both pieces: black on top with a 1/​8″ color mat underneath. She even introduced me to a black bevel mat, which means that when the mat is cut, the angled edge (against the painting) is black rather than white. A small detail — but again, good choice! I told her that choosing the colored mat seems a bit like wine and food pairing — one chooses a mat to «pick up”/ highlight/​underscore tones from the painting, just like one chooses a wine to pick up/​echo certain «tones» in whatever you’re eating. (Now writing this is making me want some wine!)
My advice: LISTEN TO YOLANDA. LOL! She knows what she’s talking about. She specializes in framing original art, so she works with a lot of artists, and she knows what works. As a bonus, she knows a lot about the local art scene and shows. She knows different requirements for various shows in general (weight, type of wire, backing); as well as pros and cons of different materials (mat sizes, as well as glass type — plexiglass versus non-​glare glass versus UV glass versus regular glass!) They have a prompt turnaround time (especially if the materials are in stock). She also described various things I can do to the painting when I’m not on a budget anymore; apparently, one can change the frame or glass quite easily. She worked with me within size and weight constraints, and called me to let me know my first choice was going to be too heavy. She followed up with me when I hadn’t called back within a few hours, too.
My advice, part deux: Don’t go to Michael’s or Aaron Brothers! They will charge you a lot and make you wait a long time (I once had to wait 3 weeks for a piece to be framed at one of those stores). I can’t guarantee your timing at Gonzalez will be the same as mine — but my two were done in one week!
Yolanda has lots of clients coming and going at all times, so you could probably get a good network going just chatting to clients in the shop. Did I mention the two showrooms with a huge frame selection? It is a smallish shop, but there’s tons of frames packed in there. Also, the hours are pretty generous and the location is convenient.
Parking Tip: Park on the street or in the oddly shaped-​lot in the back. There is a pathway from the parking lot to the shop (go through it and make a right. Yolanda is the second door on the right).
Tip #2: Get a sandwich from Drum Fan Deli next door if you’re there before 2:30! It’s an almost –secret local spot.
Yolanda does accept credit cards, but as everybody knows, the fees are really high these days. I suggested she set up Square, as I think their rates are lower than credit cards.

Great service, lovely selection and good workmanship. They were helpful and patient as i searched for frames that matched my budget and they never made me feel like I was taking too long to decide. The turnaround for two paintings was a few business days. Pricing seems standard, not crazy expensive but not cheap. Picture framing is always pricier than you imagine it will be, but ultimately worth it. I will definitely return.

My partner and I had an embroidered Thai Elephant tapestry that we wanted to mount on our wall, but we were not sure about how it should be hung or framed. The tapestry had been in my family’s possession for over 25 years and we wanted a solution to do the fabric some justice. We went to Gonzalez Framing and they helped us work out a solution to frame it. It turned out beautifully! The end-​result was as wonderful as the service… great selection of frames in-​stock and ready for order; great feedback as we were working out what would work best for our art piece; work was done expertly in the time specified; and very fair pricing. And most importantly, we were met with warm smiles and a friendly, inviting attitude. When we couldn’t fit the art piece into our trunk, they even offered to deliver it themselves. Very solution oriented. I am very happy with Gonzalez Framing and I will be happy to give them my future business. Way to go!

They took on a task that literally ever other framer in Ventura told me they could not do. Not only did they do it they did it FAST, POLITE & AMAZING!

I am a professional pastel artist living in Ojai and studying with Bert Collins. Collins uses Gonzalez Framing and I like the professional look. I also like her «signature» framing style. it is simple and tasteful. So when it was time to get my work framed that’s where I went.
My experience with Yolanda was absolutely perfect. She knew exactly how to mat and frame my impressionistic style to set them off. I went with her suggestions because they were absolutely right. Her taste and knowledge of art and her incredibly wide selection of mats and frames made it easy to find the right one. She saved me a lot of time and energy. Yolanda may even have found my signature framing style!
My work looked fresh and beautiful and ready for a very modern or French provincial style home décor. I am very pleased and plan to always go back to Yolanda for my framing.

I found their shop from reading reviews on Unilocal and brought in a large photo to be framed professionally. I had only 10 mins to make a decision since my husband was waiting in the car for me to make it quick so we could catch a movie downtown Ventura. When I walked in the owner was very helpful she picked out some frames from my ideas and we found the perfect carved wood frame it had a old world Spanish style and she said it would take 3 days and she’d call me to pick it up… after writing up order I was in and out in about 15 mins!!! And my husband and I made the movie on time. It came out So beautiful ! I also appreciate her passion for her skill it makes all the difference to work with a local merchant instead of a corporate chain company! I recommend and will support this mom and pop shop for my custom framing and its affordable!

I was very impressed by the friendliness, great prices and wonderful and extensive selection of frames. I came in to get 3 pieces framed as a surprise for my fiancés birthday. The staff was so helpful and patient helping me select the best frames, matting and glass. I will be back and I am happy to find such a great place!

I popped in here a few months back to check out the shop. I am an artist and after moving back from NY to the 805 I wanted to find a shop I could rely on for future projects as another artist had recommended this place as a great local «mom and pop» shop with great service.
Well I recently had a piece framed here for my sisters birthday, it was a very special drawing I had commissioned a friend to create for her birthday and they did an incredible job showcasing it. I had an idea of what I wanted and Yolanda made some suggestions that turned out nothing short of amazing. My sister is going to LOVE it ! I will be bringing all my artwork here in the future.

I had an origami crane project framed for a wedding present. Yolanda took the time to help me pick out the best frame that would fit the artwork. Before I even brought it in, they checked to confirm the frame was in stock. They said the frame would be done in a week and a half, but they called me 4 days later and said it was ready. They did an excellent job! I was very happy and so were the newlyweds!

Brought a very delicate handcarved project to Gonzalez framing. Yolanda was very patient and helpful in putting a frame together within my budget. Was amazed at all the different options to choose from. This piece was very delicate and they handled it was such care. Frame was finished on time and couldn’t be happier with the results. I would recommend Gonzalez framing to everyone.

Came here because I had a couple of prints I picked up on vacation that needed framing. First walking in you enter the main room containing hundreds maybe a thousand different frames and mats. It can be quite confusing trying to get them to match and look good. Yolanda encouraged me to pick what I options I liked with my frame and what would look good with my options. I must have been there for about 2 hours. Once I got my perfect combination, it turned out to be over my budget, and again Yolanda was patient enough to walk me through in finding a similar shape and color that would match what I was looking for. Finally after coming to a budget I was happy with, and a color combination I liked, I waited. The final product was delivered on time, and WOW. I have to say the quality in craftsmanship. Amazing! They turned out even better than I envisioned. Thanks Yolanda and Team.

I had two original paintings (the dahlias, gifts from the artist Caroline Allen) to frame and although I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do, I did want to avoid matting or anything that looked like it belonged in a hotel room or dentist’s office.
Yolanda was fabulous-​she picked up on our aesthetic immediately, and helped us find frames that worked beautifully with the paintings.

Yolanda is amazing! So kind and so helpful!
Took a big scarf to get framed, as I bought specifically for my house but knew it would cost a fortune. Yolanda worked with me and helped me make it affordable and easy.
I also asked for it under a time limit as I wanted it ready for the 4^th of July. It was ready by the 3^rd and looks fantastic. Will definitely be coming back in the future for all my framing needs!

One won’t find better quality and service. Yolanda has been framing my photography work for the past decade. When she says «This is beautiful, Yes» she is not kidding. Great work, Great Prices, Great personality. You won’t find a better framer in the area. Support this jewel of a business & keep it local.

Just had my print framed here and it is beautiful. They did such a great job. It is a limited edition and they handled it with such care. They have a great selection and are very help if you need suggestions. This is the only place I will come to get framing done.

Excellent quality; excellent service.
I walked in with a rush job. The owner said «We can have it done today, when do you want to come back to pick it up?» Then she offered to stay late in case the standard store hours were not convenient. That’s beyond professional, that’s considerate.
The owner helped me pick out a frame and gave me options on what glass to use. Since my piece was a limited edition, she suggested the UV-​filtering glass to preserve and protect.
The final product is beautiful. The corners of the frame are perfectly mitered, the back is cleanly buttoned up, and there are even little felt pads on the back to protect the wall once it’s hung.
I strongly recommend Gonzalez Framing!

I had prints and canvases framed before at Yolanda’s shop and was very impressed and satisfied with her work
This time I took a challenging framing job, a cross on a fabric to be framed and
she was great with her suggestions and the final product is truly beautiful
I am very happy and highly recommend her for any framing job.

Great service and a very reasonable price. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality for the money. Lots of choices of frames and matts, and pretty fast turn around. They’ll work with you if you have a special request.