About us

Who we are and what we can do for you!

Locally Owned & Operated

The Framing Nook is a locally owned family business, which has been in operation for over 33 yrs in the Red Deer area. We have over 43 years experience in photography & custom framing. We have won several international framing awards, and we look forward to using our design expertise & quality craftsmanship to provide you with your framing needs, and we will back that with a complete customer satisfaction warranty.

The Team

We are locally owned by husband & wife team, Brian & Janice Rypstra. We are grateful for all the help we receive from our employees over the years. All the work we do for our clients usually goes through the capable hands of all of us right here in Red Deer, Alberta, which requires a lot of teamwork, but also ensures the best results for you.

Brian Rypstra

Brian Rypstra

Owner/mgr

Oversees the day to day operation as well as serves clients on a daily basis.

Janice Rypstra

Janice Rypstra

Part Owner

Mounts all the garments and needleworks, does the bookkeeping and all of our charity and volunteer work.

Training

certificateAs a staff, we are constantly upgrading our knowledge and abilities through various means of education. This includes, but is not limited to: reading of trade magazines, trade publications, participating in professional picture framing forums, attending international trade shows & conventions, taking classes from leading industry experts, and participating in local business workshops & lectures.

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Qualifications
With over 40 years of custom picture framing experience, an on-hand framing resource library, and the backing of daily support from a network of international professional custom picture framers, our clients can be sure that their projects are done in an appropriate manner.
Our Vision
familyOur vision is to deeply enrich many lives, by helping them celebrate their uniqueness, enjoy their surroundings, and cherish their memories, not only in Red Deer Alberta but all over Canada & USA as well.
Our Mission

To provide our valued clients with the very best means of presenting & preserving their precious memories and artwork, by providing a custom framing service which is uniquely tailored to their specific needs. 

Core Values

HONESTY
Our relationships with our clients are to be characterized by openness & honesty; essentially, we treat a client as we would wish to be treated.

FAIRNESS
All elements of our relationship with our clients, including the price we charge, is to be fair & as reasonably expected, in consideration to the service offered.

INTREGRITY
Through ongoing self assessment, analysis & training, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our service, both as a company and as individuals, in the work we do, and relationship with our clients.

QUALITY
Our products are provided using the latest & best materials & methods to insure our client receives full use of it for at least the expected period required.

Professionalism
pma memberAs members of several professional associations, we align ourselves to meet or exceed industry standards through trade show attendance, conference participation and other forms of education in the framing field as well as in business & service.
Associations
Professional Picture Framers AssociationWe are members of the PPFA. Serving the art and framing community worldwide, the Professional Picture Framers Association™ (PPFA®) encourages artisans to hone the time-honored skill of custom framing. As the professional trade association for the custom framing industry, the members of PPFA preserve memories in bold, dramatic ways and serve as savvy business leaders in their communities.
International Recognition
award winning framingWe are so excited to announce our high place finishes…

including several first place awards in international framing competitions in the past couple of years.!

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Local
Recognition

readers choiceGOLD Winners

We have been awarded in the “Best in Red Deer” Reader’s Choice Awards for every competition since its inception!

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Ever wonder How We Do Our Framing?

Wonder how we framed the collection below? We will go through a complete framing process from start to finish!

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Personal Memorabilia Framing

Personal Memorabilia

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Sport Memorabilia

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Octagon Doilee Framed Med

Needlework and Textiles

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Edmonton Oilers McDavid Signed Jersey Frame Med

Items For Purchase

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Framed Memorabilia

Frame Repair etc

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Hanging Pictures Med

Delivery and Hanging Service

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Framed Memorabilia

Cardboard Gift & Packaging

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picture framePlease fill in the form and we will email you WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW before you visit any FRAMER as well as the special coupon to get your $69 frame for ONLY $9 (or free if you get any other framing done)

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We, as a family-owned and operated business, immerse ourselves in community involvement, client appreciation, and the best of customer service. This blog is to keep you entertained, informed, and educated on all we do!

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Our ReviewsOur Reviews

"...I have never seen framing at that level...I am dumbfounded. The work is spectacular..."

the framing guaranteeLife Long Framing Guarantee

If you are not completely satisfied with your custom framing at the time of pickup, we will make the changes necessary or refund your payments in full.

the framing nook blogCredentials & Qualifications

We are proud members of the Professional Picture Framers Association.

PPFA

the framing nook blogOur Training

 As a staff, we are constantly upgrading our knowledge and abilities through various means of education. This includes, but is not limited to: reading of trade magazines, trade publications, participating in professional picture framing forums, attending international trade shows & conventions, taking classes from leading industry experts, and participating in local business workshops & lectures.

Canadian Flag

We ship across Canada and the United States!

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picture framePlease fill in the form and we will email you WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW before you visit any FRAMER as well as the special coupon to get your $69 frame for ONLY $9 (or free if you get any other framing done)

the framing nook blog  Follow our Blog

We, as a family-owned and operated business, immerse ourselves in community involvement, client appreciation, and the best of customer service. This blog is to keep you entertained, informed, and educated on all we do!

Social Media

Follow us on your favorite Social Media
framingnook on facebook.framingnook on YouTube.framingnook on linkedin.framingnook blogsite.framingnook on instagram.framingnook on pinterest.framingnook on twitter.framingnook on flicker.framingnook on tumblr

Our ReviewsOur Reviews

"...I have never seen framing at that level...I am dumbfounded. The work is spectacular..."

the framing guaranteeLife Long Framing Guarantee

If you are not completely satisfied with your custom framing at the time of pickup, we will make the changes necessary or refund your payments in full.

the framing nook blogCredentials & Qualifications

We are proud members of the Professional Picture Framers Association.

PPFA

the framing nook blogOur Training

 As a staff, we are constantly upgrading our knowledge and abilities through various means of education. This includes, but is not limited to: reading of trade magazines, trade publications, participating in professional picture framing forums, attending international trade shows & conventions, taking classes from leading industry experts, and participating in local business workshops & lectures.

Canadian Flag

We ship across Canada and the United States!

American Flag

Open M-F 9-5:30 During the summer season! Call for appointment if those hours don't work for you!!!!!!!!

The Framing Nook Advantage

Preserving Your Memories For a Lifetime

Our Guarantee

Immediate Satisfaction

If you’re not completely satisfied with your custom framing at the time of pickup, we will make the changes necessary or refund your payments in full. (See store for full details.)

Life Long Framing Guarantee

If at any time in the future your framing materials or workmanship fails, under your ownership and normal usage, we will repair or replace the framing materials at no cost to you! (See store for full details.)

satisfaction guaranteed

How We COMPARE with the REST!

FEATURE

BIG BOX/DEPARTMENT STORE

THE FRAMING NOOK

Frame Selection Max 500  Over 12,000
Parking Usually Within 12 feet of the door
Experience Minimal Over 35 years
Warranty N/A Satisfaction over lifetime of frame
Design Capabilities Limited Internationally Awarded
Ownership USA Corp Local Family Owned
Delivery N/A Available
Hanging Services N/A Available
Value Cheap Priceless

FEATURE
BIG BOX DEPT STORE
THE FRAMING NOOK
Frame Selection Max 500  Over 12,000
Parking Usually Within 12 feet of the door
Experience Minimal Over 35 years
Warranty N/A Satisfaction over lifetime of frame
Design Capabilities Limited Internationally Awarded
Ownership USA Corp Local Family Owned
Delivery N/A Available
Hanging Services N/A Available
Value Cheap Priceless

Remember…

If it warms your heart, or cheers you up – enjoy it daily!
Have it framed and hung on your wall!

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1 - 4664 Riverside Drive, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, T4N 6Y5

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