Moments Frozen in Time

Mandy Eve-BarnettDécor, Inspiration

Making Memories by artist John Weiss

As we endure the extreme freezing temperatures of winter in Alberta, the images displayed on our walls, remind us of warmer climes, happy events, and smiling faces. These images give us welcomed inner warmth. In essence a painting or photograph is a moment frozen in time. Amid the celebrations, family moments, and explorations of life, we can stop time with … Read the article

Every Picture Tells a Story – 70 Year Old Military Keepsakes

Picture This! GalleryFraming Stories, Inspiration, Picture Framing

A Unique Military Collage (1)

Flight Sergeant L. J. O. Roberts was a WWII bomber pilot brought down in May 1942. At the time, his younger sister was only around 12 years old and for over 70 years she kept an envelope in her dresser of her older brother’s items and various military keepsakes. Recently, her son Lloyd brought in the collection of military memorabilia … Read the article

Emergence into Spring

Mandy Eve-BarnettInspiration

The Encounter - Robert Bissell

As Albertan’s we know the length of our winters and the ‘false’ spring’s that promise warmth and then dash our hopes. When the actual release of winter’s grip arrives there is an emergence, much like a bear from hibernation, into the outside world. The first flush of chlorophyll is a welcomed sight with leaf buds unfurling on grey branches, and … Read the article

A Special Gift for a Loved One – Framing a 45 Vinyl Record – “You’re in My Heart”

Picture This! GalleryFraming Stories, Inspiration, Picture Framing

Blog - Framing a 45 Record (1)

Looking for the perfect gift for a loved one? Here’s a fantastic idea: frame a treasured item or memento with special significance and it’ll be sure to bring joy and delight to your loved one. Lana Milner had this in mind when she recently visited Picture This to frame a gift for her sister. The special item is a 45 … Read the article

Art Can Give You a Sense of Well-Being

Rollie LaMarcheArt, Décor, Inspiration

Blog Art Can Give You A Sense Of Well Being (2)

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time. ”  ~ Thomas Merton Art has the ability to uplift you every time you look at it. Choosing the right artwork can give you the perspective of ‘everything is alright’ and the feeling of being secure. Why? Because you get to choose what you like and most … Read the article