Kwan’s Framing

Had an old portrait sketch (from 2007) that had been kept rolled up for years. The paper was showing clear signs of age, but I felt like this was the year to properly mount/​frame it and prevent further damage. I’m pretty wary of stores like Michaels or Aaron Brothers for framing, and between The Paint Chip and Kwan’s, I felt better supporting small local business — it’s just a one-​man operation at Kwan’s.
Pak was extremely patient with my indecisiveness when it came to matting and frame styles. I first got a quote for the piece with a nice rust-​colored mat and a thin frame (not too modern of a look). I next got a quote for the piece without matting, and a third quote for the piece without matting and a different frame. Chose clear glass with UV protection, but no anti-​glare. All in all, total savings between the first quote and the last was about $ 43 with tax. Mastercard/​Visa accepted, and you do put down a 40% deposit. He had a great eye for which color combinations would work with the drawing (as an artist, I can recognize that and it’s much appreciated). Originally slated to be done December 22^nd (before Christmas), he even was willing to move it up to the 18^th since I wouldn’t be in Davis during the holidays.
Will update after picking up the piece.
UPDATE:
Piece completed ahead of schedule (Dec 16^th)!

I had an authentic silk Asian scroll which I needed framed to protect the art piece. My experience with Mr. Kwan was amazing. From the outset, he assured me that this valuable piece was in competent hands as he took time to consult with me on proportions, matting, glass and framing. When I went to pick up the piece, I was truly impressed by how beautifully he had framed and finished the piece with wire and hardware to mount it. Conversely, a friend had taken a scroll to a big-​box, discount store which actually charged more for her framing with substandard quality workmanship. I have since taken other art pieces for framing. Mr. Kwan provides expert, creative advice on framing and top quality workmanship at affordable prices.

Super nice guy, completed the framing ahead of schedule.
I walked in and asked for the cheapest framing I could get, he didn’t try to up-​sell me on anything or seem any less enthusiastic.

Mr. Kwan is a super nice guy with great framing skills. We brought in some challenging pieces (coarse, wrinkly hand-​made paper) for mounting and framing and the results were terrific. Nice smooth mounting with no damage to the artwork, crisp edges, and great proportions on the matting.
He takes the time to sit with you and throw out ideas and refine the piece based on your preferences, usually starting with 2 or 3 different proposals to see what you like. He has a good eye for this stuff and was able to put together a lovely frame/​matting combination that we never would have thought of ourselves.
He finished the work in the quoted time window and the price on delivery was as quoted – no surprises.
Framing takes skill, costs money, and has the potential to damage your artwork. Having somebody you trust to advise you and do it right the first time is like having a trustworthy mechanic or an experienced tailor who won’t ruin your suits. Kwan’s is one of those places.