Picture Framing

From my studio in Nelson I offer a full picture framing service.

I can assist with all aspects of framing such as art prints, photographs, original artwork, glass replacement, certificates, embroidery, canvas stretching and more.

The studio is currently run on an appointment only basis.

I offer a discount of 10% on your first framing order, and I am happy to match any price that is quoted locally.

Contact me.

 

Testimonials

  • Erica was great at spending time with me to get the right frame, there was no hurry & I never felt pressured. Her work is excellent and she is very experienced, professional & very reasonably priced. I will definitely be using her services again.

    Kerry Aitken

  • Really enjoyed working with Erica. She helped us out after we shipped a client a framed piece of art from New York that had some damage. Erica was able to repair the damage effectively, quickly and at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend her services! Thanks so much.

    Tyler Rogers, agent for Bella McGoldrick

  • We LOVE working with Erica. Her work and attention to detail is excellent and she's really fun too. She's taken all manner of shapes, sizes and complexity and delivered every time.

    Megan Butler

  • Erica is awesome to deal with and is an absolute perfectionist in her craft. I've had a couple of paintings framed by her - one with glass and one without (in beautifully reclaimed rimu) and I will definitely use her services again. She has a real eye for what will look best, so I was happy to be guided by her expertise. The result was just brilliant. Cheers!

    Ronnie Baker

  • I've had two artworks framed by Erica, and have left two more with her. It's a pleasure talking through the best frame for the work, knowing she's entirely focused on achieving your ideal result – and she does!

    Antoinette Wilson

  • Erica Leather is a master crafts lady. She was wonderfully helpful at picking out the colour of the mat board and frame. She has a fine attention to detail, noticing things that I wouldn’t have given a second thought to, which I’m grateful for because the final product is gorgeous. She also made sure that everything was ready in time for sending the painting off for an exhibition. I won’t hesitate to go back for further framing needs and highly recommend her to others.

    Cammie Blaisdell

  • We are so pleased with the result, the care and expertise in managing precious and delicate items, quick work, really reasonable pricing, and eye for detail - highly recommend Erica Leather for framing. Thank you!

    Anna Sintenie

  • I was absolutely Delighted with the professional speedy work done by Erica. She was warm and friendly and had great suggestions. I would have no hesitation in having any future work done by her, and would recommend her to anyone looking for her kind of services. Thanks again for your great work.

    Sue Harding

  • Erica is very helpful, clear, and willing to go the extra mile to find a solution for your framing needs. I am definitely happy with the finished results! Wouldn't go anywhere else for my framing needs, from our small family photos, to certificates, and my beautiful artwork, all were absolutely as I wanted. Thank you Erica.

    Alex Sawyer

  • Beautiful framing of my print, Erica chose the perfect frame. We are super happy with the end result and it looks great on our wall! Love it Thank you!

    Julia Van Berkel

  • Couldn’t have been more pleased with the framing of my university degree certificate. Erica was hugely helpful through the process and the end result looks fantastic, thank you very much!

    Daniel Sharp

  • Erica is a pleasure to work with! Attentive to detail and accommodating to your requirements. She offers a very professional yet personal to you, framing service.. very refreshing.

    Cath Beattie

  • Was really happy with the ideas and results Erica came up with! Frames looked great.

    J Knox

  • Super great service Erica. Very happy with the digital copy of the 60 year old framed sentimental wedding photos. And redoing the frame!! Will definitely use your services again. You made a lot of people happy with this. Thanks again.

    Edith Mertens

  • I’ve had several pieces framed by Erica Leather Framing. She always takes the time to find a good match, and makes solid suggestions if you haven’t got a clue what will help make the piece pop 💥 I highly recommend Erica for her personal touch, fair prices, and an excellent eye for detail.

    Viv Diack

  • Erica has framed three pictures for us. They were so well done and professionally finished. Erica has a real attention to detail and it was very reasonably priced. We would use her again in a heartbeat.

    Susanne Fraser-Harris

  • I have had multiple jobs framed by Erica, excellent attention to detail. I appreciate her artist perspective, and knack for how to make the best of an image, I'm happy to give license on framing choices.

    Benie Chambers

  • Erica gave great advice on my frame choice, did a beautiful bespoke job on framing my print and provided fabulous service. I’d highly recommend her to anyone seeking framing services.

    Kelly Leonard

  • I visited Erica at her studio to discuss having a bit of 1977 Star Wars memorabilia framed. She went through the different options and suggested ideas on how to best frame it, and the result is wonderful. Erica is a talented lady! Thank you!

    Ben Wilkins

  • So far I have had 4 prints frame by Erica, I have been very impressed by her attention to detail and her suggestions regarding frame colour/width - everything has been given a new lease of life and I am so enjoying them on my walls!

    Jasmine Fletcher

  • I've used Erica Leather for framing quite a few pieces now. Good consultation, timeframes and very professional finish. Highly recommended.

    Esther Remnant

  • I gave Erica a difficult project and she framed it perfectly, her advice and knowledge only is what you get from years if experience, and have already recommend her to many friends.

    George Guille

  • Erica did a great job with my large print. There were even a few wrinkles in the paper that she managed to make disappear.

    Suzy Stubbs

  • Erica is professional, reliable and friendly. Her frames are of a good quality with excellent corner joints. Thank you!

    Barbara Franklet

  • Erica helped me with a precious sentimental framing job, advising me on the best way to present my item, and also keep it safe for years to come. She took time with me to explain everything, was speedy with her work - and I'm very happy with the end result. I highly recommend Erica and her framing services.

    Kimberley Anderson

  • Fabulous service, great comms, and of course outstanding results. Erica is a perfectionist indeed - exactly what you want when you're looking for this kind of service.

    Luke Scowcroft

  • Responsive and friendly communication. Quality work and ready for pickup ahead of estimated time. Highly recommend Erica. Will use again.

    Ian Patterson

  • Very high-quality and affordable framing work. Repeat customer here :)

    Anna Fyfe

  • Professional, efficient and excellent result.

    Fionn N

Photo credit: Rachael Brown Photography

Nelson based fine art photography & framing

I seek out beauty in otherwise ordinary and mundane places, from rotten old boats in the harbour to rusty caravans and flaking paint. My photography shows neglected and overlooked objects and environments have hidden beauty and reveal rich and interesting stories of the past.

I have a love of vibrant colours and textures and my art shows a uniquely serendipitous and understated view of New Zealand’s past.

A range of photographic prints are available to brighten up your walls as well as offering a full, custom picture framing service from my studio in Nelson.    

 
 

Gallery

 
 
 

Recent Artwork

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Dazzle

A recent commission for a client in Wanaka looking for something vibrant and abstract to transform the new living space. This piece captures the detail on an oxidised corrugated fence in Okarito on the West Coast.

The title ‘Dazzle’ is a reference to Dazzle Ships that had their hull’s painted in geometric designs during World War II in an attempt to confuse their attackers. I found the patterns in the image reminiscent of this.

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Arid Delta

I came across this giant agave plant during a lockdown walk through Toi Toi. The specimen was rather old and battered looking, but the leaves revealed some fascinating detail. The result has traits of a dry river bed or the roots of a mangrove tree.

This piece was a commission for a client in Dunedin. Their converted warehouse home proved a great fit for this artwork, providing them with some natural colour and an interesting talking point.

Framed this vintage Kimono detail recently. Float mounted with invisible stitches. Stunning embroidery which unfortunately has faded quite a bit over time, which was only noticeable when you looked at the back. It will be protected for years to c
Thanks for this great review Kerry, those reviews certainly help people find me! Don't forget, if you are a new framing customer you will get 10% off your first order... Also if you find a cheaper price locally for the same product, i'm happy to m
Seems to be a few photos of me engrossed in capturing the detail of various bits of metal! Cars and old boats are amongst some of my favourite things to photograph. If anyone has any tip offs as to where I might find some undiscovered rusty treats,
Fun mission with the girls up the Rainbow Road. I can't resist a poke around an old crusty building! Loving these crisp Autumn days.. 🍂🍁 #fineartphotography #abstractphotography #peelingpaintappreciationsociety #artnelsontasman #RustyMetal #finea