About Us
FRAME WORKS is a locally owned custom frame shop located in the Village Square - 5800 Merle Hay Road in Johnston Iowa. FRAME WORKS was opened in 2004. Tom Perrine bought the frame shop August 15, 2008. Tom continues to offer one of the finest selections of framing supplies in the area, represented by Larson - Juhl, TC Moulding and Nurre Caxton frames. FRAME WORKS carries over 700 frame styles to select from. Tom has added a line of unique sculptures from Global Views, Hawkeye and Cyclone posters, art work from local artists and hosts art shows in the gallary space.
FRAME WORKS also offers photo restoration services as well as unique ways to turn your photos into canvas prints, in a variety of art styles - such as pastel, oil painting, watercolors or into "pop art" prints.
Tom comes from a varied background having worked as a Visual Merchandiser, Television Studio Dresser/Manager, Director of a Comedy Improv Troupe, Director of a Teen Theatre Troupe and has worn many hats in the local community theatre scene - costume designer, make-up designer, set designer and as director for many productions with StageWest Theater Company. Tom is also a member of the local stagehand union working backstage for many of the touring shows that visit the Civic Center and Wells Fargo Arena. Before purchasing FRAME WORKS Tom had worked for over 9 years for a non-profit helping adults with mental illness. Tom was awarded a Heroes in the Fight Award from Eli Lilly in 2008.
Stop by FRAME WORKS and say "hello" or contact Tom at tom@frameworks1.com.
Artist of the Month
Jeffrey Dean
FRAME WORKS is pleased to announce that for a limited time we will have five original paintings by Iowa painter Jeffrey Dean in out gallery. These five paintings are from Mr. Deans series EXIGENCY.
Each month FRAME WORKS brings you art from local artists. Currently we are featuring three photographers from Iowa.
First we have photos by Larry Mendenhall's Quiet Places Photography. Larry, who also works part-time at the frame shop offers unique and beautiful large scale photography.
Second we have photography by Dana Barrer from Mitchellville. Dana offers many cityscapes of Des Moinesas well photography from his trips both acrossthe country and abroad.
New to FRAME WORKS is the photography of John Knutson. John lives in Des Moines and offers Des Moines cityscapes in both color and black and white.
Coming Soon!
DMACC Photography Show
FRAME WORKS is planning our 4th collaboration with DMACC Photography students! Watch this space for further developments.
Our last DMACC Photography Show- Jacob Barbour and Friends was a huge success! FRAME WORKS hosted the photography of eight promising students: Jenna Marzen, Kara Carlson, Morgan Fenton, Jewels Gregory, Rachel Long, Hannah Bentrott, Kaylyn Jorgensen and Jacob Barbour.
Here are some photos from our second DMACC Photograhy show. Can you spot Jacob?
Photos by Jenna Marzen
Photos by Theresa Couture
Photos by Fritz Carter
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Our DMACC Photography shows are a lot of fun! Talented students, great photography and a very cool way to support local artists and local business!
Ostrich Eggs
Standing and walking Ostrish Eggs are popular sculptures from Global Views now featured at FRAME WORKS. The sculptures are appoximatly 14" tall and are made of metal and ceramic. They make great conversation pieces whether in groups or alone. Perfect for the spot in your home that just needs something unique, in the entry way, by the fireplace, or on a table - these Ostrich Eggs are guarnteed to bring a smile to everyone who sees them.
Climbing Men
Looking for that unique gift for that hard to buy for person? Or perhaps you are looking for that certain something to add to your home that will bring a smile to all your guests. Stop in FRAME WORKS and see our Climbing Men. They are eye-catching, unique, fun and affordable.
Our Climbing Men are just one of many unique sculptures from Globla Views offered at FRAME WORKS.