Our story

Made by hand.
Guided by heart.

We are a neighborhood framing shop built on artistry, integrity, and the simple joy of helping people live with what they love.

AK, owner of Experts in Framing, standing with framed artwork

Who we are

A family business with an artist’s perspective.

Experts in Framing is a family-owned business proudly serving Washington, DC and the surrounding area for more than 15 years. Behind every finished piece is over two decades of custom-framing experience and a genuine respect for the story it holds.

Our owner, AK, holds a master’s degree in fine arts and previously taught art in a middle school. His lifelong love of art, color, and craft led him to custom framing after moving to the United States. That background remains at the heart of our work: an informed eye for composition, a respect for materials, and an instinct for bringing the best out of every piece.

We welcome every project with the same care—whether it is a single photograph, a family heirloom, a diploma, or an entire collection.

What we believe

Craft has meaning

Fine materials and careful construction are not extras. They are how a piece stays beautiful for years to come.

Your story leads

We start with your vision, your space, and what the piece means to you—not a predetermined template.

Details matter

Color, texture, balance, and finish all work together. We notice the small things because they shape the whole.

Our door is open

Come in with a piece.
Leave with a story on display.

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