General Info:
Frames & Art by Kluttz was established in 1977, by Richard L. Kluttz. For over twenty eight years, Frames & Art by Kluttz has been a successful business, providing quality fine art and custom framing to individuals and businesses throughout the area. In 1997, Richard's wife, Marie, joined the business, and together they have expanded Frames & Art by Kluttz by offering many more originals, limited edition prints, photography, pottery and sculptures. They take great pride in offering professional and courteous service. They are eager to give each customer the appropriate amount of time that is needed in order to get the best possible framing design. Richard Kluttz earned his Master Certified Picture Framer ( MCPF ) designation through the Professional Picture Framers Association ( PPFA ). Also, he is the Immediate Past President of the Carolinas Chapter of Professional Picture Framers Association, serving both North Carolina and South Carolina. Frames & Art by Kluttz specializes in conservation framing, and offers hundreds of designer mouldings from which to choose. Marie Kluttz is an avid nature photographer and displays her work in their gallery. Marie attends various workshops across the country each year in order to obtain fresh images and to remain up-to-date on new photographic techniques. She has participated in several workshops offered through The Nature Workshops, including Glacier National Park in Montana, Grand Tetons and Yellowstone Park in Wyoming, and the Texas Hill Country workshop in Austin, Texas. Marie is a Field Contributor for the Nature Photographer Magazine, and has had several photo-illustrated articles featured in that publication. She has also been featured on the Nature Photographer Magazine web site. Thank you for taking time to visit Frames & Art by Kluttz on the web. Please browse around before you leave and come back to visit often. Our plans are to keep this a dynamic site with periodic updates and new information posted on a regular basis! Richard Kluttz earned the designation of Master Certified Picture Framer , the highest level of professional recognition in the art and framing industry. This designation is awarded by the Professional Picture Framers Association ( PPFA ) to individuals who successfully meet rigorous testing of current framing standards. The PPFA is the largest international professional trade association serving the art and framing industry.