New Second Location - Near Downtown

plus GREAT NEWS about our staff...See below     

Now...a frame collection inspired by the Biltmore

plus art from the archives of the Biltmore, custom-printed and sized to your specifications

BlackBird is among the nation's first to present Larson Juhl's new frame collection of designs drawn from Asheville's own Biltmore Estate.  These mouldings are finished with unique patinas that capture the warmth and richness of the Vanderbilt home and correspond to the subtle elegance sought in today's fine decor.  They are also the framing industry's first to carry certification from the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) signifying adherence to high standards of forestry management.  At the same time, Larson Juhl has introduced a Biltmore-inspired line of conservation-quality matboards that is the first Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified matboard in the industry.

THE ART COLLECTION

From his 23,000 volume library at the Biltmore, George W. Vanderbilt III explored a range of subjects that included art, architecture, travel, nature, animals and history.  We can now offer over 175 images reproduced by Artaissance directly from the pages of this prized book collection. 

Of particular interest to decorators, professional and amateur, any of these images can be printed to your own size specifications, up to 52 inches wide. Depending on your decor, imagine a traditional sitting room with a series of several period furniture illustrations, each 10"x13", exquisitely matted and framed in a classic style OR in a modern industrial decor, just one of the same traditional chair drawings, enlarged to nearly six feet tall with a sky blue background and framed in welded steel!  Similarly, one of the fanciful and stylistic letters of the alphabet from this unique collection could be enlarged to 30"x30" and placed in the entry of a grand home proclaiming the resident family's monogram OR several letters could be printed smaller, then framed together to spell a name or a word, for example, the word "DREAM" placed over a bed. Simply use your imagination.

Click the red Artaissance logo at left to view this remarkable collection and the thousands of other images you can have custom-printed on paper or canvas to suit your design needs.

Painter John Mac Kah Releases Print of "Cold Mountain, October" at BlackBird

One of the finest naturalist painters in the region, Kah is well-known for his inspired and craftsman-like depictions of the region. “Cold Mountain, October”, an edition limited to 50 copies, is printed on archival canvas, a full-size reproduction of his original 30” x 40” oil.  BlackBird is extremely pleased to be Asheville’s source for John Mac Kah’s landscape prints. 

See more of John Mac Kah's prints...here!

Check out ourNew Location!

BlackBird Frame & Art now has a second retail location, just south of downtown Asheville at 159 South Lexington, around the corner from The Orange Peel.  Parking is easy, and you'll find we've added some exciting home accessories and furnishings crafted by local artisans, stylish lamps and an expanded selection of picture framing options.The original location on Bryson Street is still open, but we think you're going to like this one even better!

And Now the News...

Last summer, three of our staff were designated as Certified Picture Framers, by the Professional Picture Framers Association.  Natalie Hood, a framer for 10 years, John Nelson, a 20 year veteran, and John Horrocks, co-owner for 17 years, passed a comprehensive examination to earn the recognition, making BlackBird the region’s only frame shop with three CPF’s. The designation signifies experience and extensive knowledge, particularly on issues of preservation framing methods.

At BlackBird Frame & Art we are expert framers, designers & consultants offering quality Custom Framing for art, objects and memorabilia. We have Asheville and Western North Carolina’s largest selection of picture frame designs.

Express yourself, decorate

Display, Preserve, & Protect

Preservation Framing of: Paintings – Prints and Posters – Photographs – Textiles – Memorabilia – Needlecraft – Keepsakes –  Children's Art – Mirrors – Documents – Diplomas – Collectibles

Showcase your Business

Designers – Architects – Artists & Photographers – Corporate Awards – Employee Recognition – Client Appreciation –  Professional Certificates

Find the service you need

Rush Orders – Commercial Projects – Delivery – Installation – Crating – Art Consultation – Artist & Designer Accounts – Contract Framing – Volume Orders

Full-Range of Picture Frame Styles - Period Reproduction Frames - Arts and Crafts Frames - Solid Acrylic Frames - Inlaid Mouldings - Welded Steel Frames - Quarter-Sawn Oak - Gilded Frames - Carved Frames - Roma Moulding - Larson Juhl Picture Frame - Plein-Air Frames