- Framing since 1987
- PPFA certification
- Family-owned and family-run
- 4 customer discounts
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Made by the family
If you can picture it, they can make it.
Dennis O'Dowd drew and sculpted long before he framed. His drawings lean toward realism, and you can buy one from his collection or commission a custom piece, which he can frame in the same shop. A drawing that started as a birthday present has become one customer's family heirloom.
His son, Lance, earned a BFA at Adams State University and works in wood, bronze and mixed media. Wood pieces range from turned and carved bowls to custom barn doors and garden gates, built for a home or office and meant to be handed down.
The family also takes on sculpture, welded metal pieces, pottery and ceramics, and larger outdoor projects such as landscaping features and outdoor art that make a property stand out. Prints are part of it too: limited edition prints of original work, and prints from other artists the shop represents. Commissioned work carries the same satisfaction guarantee as the framing, and finished pieces can be picked up in Alamosa, delivered or shipped.
“I went to Dennis with a simple idea that he crafted into something that will simply become a family heirloom. The project began as a birthday present for my wife but will go on to last generations.”
Art and design
What the studio makes
Drawing
Realism drawings to buy from the collection or commission as a custom piece.
Woodwork
Custom wood art and pieces designed and made for your home or office.
Sculptures
Custom 3D pieces designed around your idea, for a room or as a keepsake.
Creative design
Bring the idea, the size and the material, and the family designs and builds it.
Custom welding
Welded metal pieces like the chain and gear sculpture in the gallery.
Pottery and ceramics
Ceramic and pottery pieces from the family studio.
Landscaping and outdoor art
Custom landscaping and outdoor art projects that make your property stand out.
Custom barn doors
Barn doors designed and built to order.
Limited edition prints
Limited edition prints of original work, plus prints from artists the shop represents.
Discounts for military, first responder, student, artist.
How a commission works
From an idea to a finished piece
- 1
Tell us the idea
Call or text with what you have in mind, roughly how big, and what you would like it made from.
- 2
Design it together
The family talks through the design with you so the piece reflects what you want before work starts.
- 3
Made in the studio
Dennis or Lance makes the piece. Prices vary by piece and are agreed up front.
- 4
Pickup, delivery or shipping
Collect it in Alamosa, or ask about delivery and shipping. Drawings can be framed in-house.
From the studio
Recent pieces
Commission questions
Ordering original work
How do I get an original piece made?
Tell the family what you want, the size and the material you would like it made from. Chances are they can create it.
How long does a custom piece take?
It depends on the piece. Supply, size and the kind of work all affect timing, and you will get an estimate when you talk it through.
Do you sell other artists' work?
Yes. The shop represents several artists, with original artwork, limited edition prints and regular prints.
Can you ship a finished piece?
Yes. Pickup, delivery and shipping are all available. Shipping is priced separately from the piece.
