Nielsen Arts Gallery & Custom Framing

Our Story

Nielsen Arts Gallery and Custom Picture Framing is a family-owned business that has been serving Solano Avenue, North Berkeley, and the East Bay for over sixty years. Founded in 1962, our business has a rich history of providing high-quality custom framing services at competitive prices in a relaxed and friendly environment. Our General Manager and Maitre'd, Patrick Mercer, has a background in art and framing and has been instrumental in transforming the business into a thriving modern art gallery and state-of-the-art full-service frame shop.

Our Services

At Nielsen Arts, we are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and expert framing solutions for all types of art, memorabilia, and keepsakes. Our experienced design team will work with you to select the perfect frame and presentation for your treasured items. We offer a wide range of services, including:

• Frame Design and Consultation
• Canvas Building and Stretching
• Shadowboxes for memorabilia
• Printed mats with logos, names, or emblems
• Fabric mats or fabric liners for frames
• Poster Mounting
• Photography framing
• Needlepoint blocking
• Display case construction
• Custom mirrors
• On-site consultation, delivery, and installation by arrangement

We use only the highest-quality materials and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that your treasured items are preserved for generations to come. Our conservation techniques are 100% reversible, ensuring that your items will remain in pristine condition.

Gallery Events

Nielsen Arts Gallery is proud to host a variety of art exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing the work of local and international artists. Our exhibitions feature a wide range of mediums and styles, from painting and printmaking to photography and mixed media. We invite you to join us for our upcoming exhibitions and events, which include artist talks, receptions, and demonstrations.

Gift Ideas

Looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a loved one? Consider a gift certificate from Nielsen Arts Gallery. Our gift certificates are available in various denominations and can be redeemed for framing, art, and other services. Visit our online store to purchase a gift certificate today!