We were extraordinarily impressed with the work these fine gentlemen did for our custom artwork.They are very precise, detailed and extremely cautious. I am not familiar with getting framing done and was taken aback by the price initially but it is on par with other frame shops.This painting is very special to us and we would not have chosen any other shop to complete this task. We will definitely use them again. Thank you, Blackbird!
Blackbird Gallery and Framing is so far above every other craft store there is just no comparing. They have everything, its beautiful and one of my favorite stores! :) thrilled there is one close to me now!!
Nice folks, Stopped by on Monday to pick up order & they were closed, I never checked, called the store line to find out hours somebody answered & let me in.. Great customer service.. Truley appreciated.. Thanks
These guys are awesome! They walk you through all your options with no BS, so you can get the best framing/backing/glass for your price range. Also, it turned out they didnt have enough stock of the frame I chose, but much to my relief they told me theyd be eating the cost of the order so that the price I paid wasnt changed from the initial estimate. Definitely come here if you need art/posters/anything else framed!
Blackbird Framing has been an amazing resource for us at Preservation Chicago over the past seven years, with a very professional staff and fast service. Weve used Blackbirds services for framing documents time-and-time again and have been extremely pleased with the quality of the work and have recommended the firm to other individuals and organizations for their framing needs.
Professional and knowledgeable staff. I had an extremely oversized silk tapestry that required a gentle artistic touch to mount and frame. Everything was done with utmost care- including coming to my house to hang the beautifully framed finished piece.I’ve been back to frame original art (purchased in store) and antique diplomas. I highly recommend blackbird gallery and framing.
I have been bringing my personal, as well as my clients framing needs to Blackbird Gallery for years. I still think they are one of the best, as well as creative, framers in the city.
Fernando and his team at Blackbird (Michael, Doug & Ron) are among the finest framers in the Chicago. In addition to being masters of their craft, theyre just plain nice people and excellent communicators. Go here for a can-do attitude, creativity, and the highest level customer service...go elsewhere for excuses and indifference. I will continue to go back for my framing needs again and again and suggest you do the same.
Very friendly and knowledgeable. Great frame selection. They are also following proper protocols for operating a business during our tough times now! Everyone masked correctly and hand sanitizer available.
Clicked on the wrong star when I gave my written review. This gallery is great! The people are helpful, always knowledgeable and the selection of framing is everything one might ask. Highly recommended!
This is an incredibly high quality and professional gallery. They treat every piece as a precious legacy. They make every piece they frame look better.
Love this place! They did a great job on several frames for me as well as a couple custom plexiglass display cases. The quality is great.
I have been using Fernando & co. for at least five years now for all of my framing needs. They have everything: expert advice on important pieces and a huge selection as well as cost-effective framing options. I wouldnt go anywhere else!
Highly skilled staff and very helpful in designing a good look for your piece.
I brought in three small pictures from Italy to be framed with no particular plan in mind. The person with whom I dealt was very helpful and offered many ideas about the frames, the mats, the glass, etc. No hard sell. Turned out find. They’re on my wall and always draw comments.
Great to work with, very collaborative. We go to a lot of concerts and collect some cool posters. The accompanying photo is a poster with a metallic-finish frame and double-matte that coordinates perfectly with the imagery colors in the poster. The team at Blackbird worked with me and took the time to get the matte and frame just right. Many that we collect are numbered limited-edition posters so theres a level of trust required and Blackbird delivers. Plus, theyre competitively priced so Id recommend them for whatever the level of framing you require, theyll take good care of you and your art.
An Architect friend of mine gave me two pieces of his artwork to have framed. He also provided meticulous details and how he wanted them to be framed. I shared those with blackbird and they did an amazing job. My friend and I both love the way the art looks in the frames. We also appreciate the professionalism and the artistry of the team at blackbird
Ive had a few things custom framed here and bought several ready-made frames, and everything has been great! The team has always been very helpful with advice on moulding selection, and the craftsmanship is outstanding. They even framed a wine bottle as an anniversary gift to my husband, which is an unusual item and takes a good deal of ingenuity and knowledge to do well!Im a big believer in the quality and effort that goes into custom framing, so I love that I can get ready-made frames that are made in the Blackbird shop. These are a terrific deal, as the materials they use are the same as what they use for custom jobs, and you can get frames made with some really cool moulding for an incredible price. The durability and finish on these ready-made frames is so much better than what you can get at a retail shop.
I am a repeat customer, because I trust the skilled staff at Blackbird Gallery and Framing. I know my Chicago treasures are in the best of hands. The silk banner dates back to the 1893 Columbian Exposition and was in need of repair. Options were presented, and no pressure was exerted to get me to spend more than needed. I am thrilled with the results. Thank you!!
Great customer service! High quality frames and superior craftsmanship - highly recommend.
Love this place. I try to stick to local framers as much as possible to support the community and this place has never let me down. Ive had multiple items framed here and have more to bring. Great place and I cant recommend more highly.
Blackbirds staff offered creative options every time I have brought in a 2-D picture, painting or a 3-D sculpture. They know, best, how to enhance artwork!
We have been going to Blackbird for over 7 years. Amazing team of framing artists that never steer us wrong.
They did an excellent job framing a large scale photograph. They were very helpful helping me choose a frame to compliment my homes decor. I get compliments on the frame all the time. I highly recommend Blackbird Gallery and Framing.
They by far have the best customer service, excellent election and expert framing. I use Blackbird for residential and commercial projects. Highly recommend!
Everyone who works here is passionate about art and the quality of their work. I had two paintings from Provence matted and framed here and their suggestions were so thoughtful.... not at all about making more money but all about how to best display the painting. My husband also had a tricky job involving an older photograph that had warped, and they did such a fantastic job in the most cost-effective way. So glad I discovered them!!!
I highly recommend Blackbird. It is where I get all my framework done. Doug and Michael are a pleasure to work with and offer quick insights into layout and matting.
Lots of options, professional work.
Simply won’t take my work anywhere else.Blackbird Gallery is convenient, ( support local) good competitive price point and extremely efficient. Also staff are Very friendly whilst forthcoming with artful considerations.
I had a small watercolor to frame and found Blackbird Gallery close to home. No appointment was needed so I went in around 5 p.m. Even though they close at 6 p.m. I wasnt hurried through my options (and there were many). I cant wait to see the finished product. I wholeheartedly recommend this place for framing and there are wonderful displays of shadow boxes, which gave me plenty of ideas for the future.
Through my job I go to Blackbird Gallery for framing at least once a year and have never been disappointed. Everyone who works here is always great and their work is always beautiful!
I always use Blackbird for my framing needs. They do great work, deliver when promised and dont try to upsell.
Very talented, creative artists! Not only that, they are willing to listen to your vision and take the time to play with different materials, combinations, etc to make things pop. I appreciate their willingness to listen and offer suggestions. Craftsmanship is the best of the 3 framing companies I’ve ever tried.
Truly exceptional workmanship. Fernando and his team are super friendly, knowledgeable and have a great eye for detail to ensure your artwork will be framed in style! I’ve had several pieces framed and couldn’t be happier with the end result. Very reasonable prices. Couldn’t recommend Blackbird more highly.
They did an excellent job of framing a special print we had bought at an art show. They were able to give a very accurate estimate over the phone, were super reasonably priced, and had such a huge variety of frames to choose from. The end product looks beautiful and they will definitely be the first place I choose for my future framing needs.
We get all of our custom framing here. Great service and amazing attention to detail.
I have been to Blackbird many times. I have always received excellent customer service. I highly recommend Blackbird for your framing needs.
Love these guys - they’ve done an incredible job with several different pieces. A fair price and a gorgeous result. Highly recommend!
Blackbird Gallery does a fantastic job!!! Ive been taking show prints here for 4 years now to get framed and the service is always above and beyond!!!
Blackbird Gallery is wonderful. Always great service. Always good ideas for how to frame whatever kind of piece we bring in. I cant wait for what next needs to be framed!
Great framing shop. Their work is high quality and very creative. You can come in knowing exactly what you want and they’ll help you find it or you can can come in with a vague idea and they will help you come up with the best solution.
I first came to Blackbird because of reviews I read. I keep coming back because the work they do. If I know what I want they can do it, but I usually ask for their advice. They’re creative and come up with ideas I never would have thought of. You can probably find less expensive places but you wouldn’t get the quality, experience, creativity and personal attention you get at Blackbird.
Outstanding customer service. Really want above and beyond to make the framing experience great.
Our Company has used Blackbird Galley & Framing for a variety of customized projects - from framed certificate awards, to crystal mementos and pins with our company logo. We have been very pleased with the results every time. Fernando and his team are very responsive and we will continue to use them in the future!Melissa MedinaCommunications & Human Resources Coordinator
Could not speak higher of the service and the attention to detail on the work that I had done there .Absolutely fantastic and really delighted because they were very personal items and objects I was having framed and it was top class.
I have had several prints and photos framed for client gifts. Great selection and staff readily had the information I needed. The pieces were done ahead of schedule as well. Great location near the Montrose Brown Line (easy bike ride from my house too).
Talented, patient and wonderful staff.
Could not have had a better experience. Quality of framing was top notch. Patience and creative input was much appreciated. I had a very unique, delicate fabric family piece which was presented beautifully and at a reasonable price.
I have used Blackbird at least 10 times now and they do a GREAT job. Framing is not cheap and when Im paying for something I want it done right and Blackbird is the BEST! Thanks, guys! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
We have had a number of prints framed and Blackbird and have never been disappointed. There is a great selection of frames.The staff, whomever helps you (and weve been helped by them all), is knowledgeable, patient and unfailingly friendly. I highly recommend Blackbird Gallery!
Beautiful work every time! Staff is super helpful in determining best look for picture/item, prices are reasonable as far as framing goes, and turn around of finished product tends to be quick. Highly recommend!
Have used Blackbirds framing service multiple times now, for both personal and professional jobs, and the results have been excellent every time. Patient, attentive associates who give good advice if you want it.
Blackbird Gallery did a terrific job on the framing of an oil painting. The frame they helped me choose worked very well for our piece of art and they stayed within our budget.
What can I say about blackbird gallery and framing. Its a very nice place and they have a variety of different types of framing from classic to Modern and many colors to choose fromThe staff are very knowledgeable with their artistry. I took a picture there to have it re-framed, and they were able to determine how old it was, and what had happened to it . The picture had faded, and they were very upfront and honest with the information they gave us.They told us that it wouldnt be worth it to reframe it and actually showed us how we could get a better copy of the picture from an online site. We were very impressed with their service and honesty as well as the products that they provide. We will be very glad to do business with them. We thank you for the excellent service.
I received an old map of Chicago with the neighborhoods and I wanted to do something special with it. Fernando at Blackbird really helped with his recommendations to make this map pop! Thanks for the great service! I would recommend Blackbird to everyone!
Blackbird did a great job on several pieces for me. The owners and other individuals I spoke with were very pleasant to deal with and really listened to what I wanted.
Ive had several posters framed at Blackbird over the years. Ive always been happy with their customer service and turnaround time. Ill definitely be back.
Beautiful framing, great attention to detail, reasonably priced, wonderfull experience- I wish I had more wall space!
Blackbird has provided fantastic guidance on how best to frame all types of things (original works, scrolls, prints, stickers) and the work is always stunning. Thank you!
Ive had a couple of prints and posters framed here, and theyve always done an excellent job.
Great service and really quality work! Cheers.
Brought my Kris Bryant autographed All-Star jersey to Blackbird to have it mounted a framed. It looks amazing! Thanks, guys.
Great selection of frames and mounting advice. Friendly helpful staff. Will use again!
Great customer service and attention to detail with all the unique frame options and gallery art.
Very personable staff, gave great advice for framing and finished piece looks beautiful.
Top-notch expertise and advice each time Ive had something framed there.
Excellent and very accommodating service. Doug gave me great professional advice on challenging (for me) project, managed my tight timeframe. In fact, they got my picture done 2 days earlier than expected. I highly recommend Blackbird!
They did a great job replacing a piece of broken glass in my frame and added some really helpful upgrades to keep my piece in great condition for years to come! Their work is perfectly done and at a competitive price, also super great to work with.
They helped me pick out the perfect frames for two art pieces.
Reframing looked great. Excellent work,
Blackbird is the best. Theyre friendly, and theyre committed to doing a great job. Highly recommend!
Excellent work, friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Great place to get your art framed. The staff are friendly and helpful!
We got a deal, and came here to frame a print that was a gift for my husband. The prices were a little higher than I expected, but we dont do much in the way of custom framing, and the end product is really beautiful. The whole consultation was quick, and the job was done within a week.
Great advice, materials to choose from, and very professional results!
Quality work and friendly service. Not inexpensive, and best to plan a week or so for the work to be finished. Conveinent location and easy to find parking.
Great selection. Excellent service. Expert staff. High quality framing. Cant wait to return.
Good but kind of pricey. If youve got the funds its a good service.
Top notch job framing my Chicago Harbors map.
Professional framing at modest pricing
Best framing ever!