Conservation Framing in Wivenhoe, Essex

Cal conservation mounting a limited edition of Banksy’s “Girl With Balloon”.

Cal Smith is a specialist conservation grade framer with nearly 20 years of experience as a maker and designer.

Whether you are a private collector, a gallery or museum please get in touch to discuss your project and make an appointment.

 
 

Framing Courses

Cal regularly shares his expertise in 4-day courses in his studio, on 77 Shacklewell Lane, Dalston.

Students will learn how to make an attractive conservation grade oak wood frame to display a work of art of their choice, using both hand tools and professional framing equipment.

A student completing a frame made on the course.

 
 

 
 

Cal Smith Gallery

Cal is building on his in-depth knowledge of the art world by curating a selection of rare modern and contemporary art for sale.

Artworks are visible three times a year at the Decorative Fair in Battersea Park, or by appoinment only in the Wivenhoe studio.