About Us
Welcome to the world of bespoke picture framing, where artistry and craftsmanship come together to create beautiful and unique picture frames. Discover our story, the passion that drives us and our commitment to delivering quality custom picture frames.
OUR STORY
Explore Abel Framing
& Our Story
Step into the studio of Abel framing, where we are dedicated to crafting elegant bespoke picture frames that elevate your everyday life.
Established in 1987, by John and Julie Henke, Abel Framing remains a proudly family owned and operated business. Now, with Kate Henke leading the team of skilled craftspeople, Abel Framing continues to deliver quality picture framing solutions for artists, photographers, collectors, conservators, designers, businesses and everyone in between.
OUR JOURNEY
Our Framing Journey: Crafting Beauty and Enduring Quality
Beginning in Fortitude Valley in 1987, Abel Framing established a reputation for exceptional quality and highly personalised service. Over 39 years, we have built our business on honesty and good old-fashioned values, with integrity and craftsmanship at the heart of everything we do. The relationships cultivated over this time now span decades, reflecting the trust our clients place in us and contributing to the longevity and success of our business. We invite you to visit us and discover what we can offer.
“We have a passion and deep respect for the arts and strive for excellence in every frame made.”
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that framing should do more than enhance—it should protect, preserve, and honour the life of an artwork.
Balancing refined aesthetics with proven conservation principles, our aim is to preserve both the integrity and the story of every artwork—so it may be experienced and valued for generations to come.
Our Services
- Conservation framing & fine art framing
- Print & photograph framing
- Canvas stretching & framing
- First nations artwork framing
- Artifact & object framing
- Sporting memorabilia
- War medal and military framing
- Textile framing
- Vinyl framing
- Award & document framing
- Exhibition framing
- Corporate framing
- Bespoke mirrors
- Hand finished closed corner frames
- Wide format dry mounting
- Print and frame
- Glass replacement
- Gallery hanging systems
Affiliated services
- Art restoration & conservation
- Pick up, Delivery & installation