New Discoveries

Visiting An Old Friend by Katy Helmer

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Spring Arrivals By Melissa Helmer

This week I framed a small clay sculpture in a shadow box.  I replaced broken glass on a print and repaired  the frame.  I stretched and framed a silk scarf.  I framed a vacation  photo.  I dry mounted a 40 x50 map.  I framed an original watercolor.  I framed and installed 3 original panels for a local church.  I  delivered and hung a local artist show in a local business.  I framed an antique, hand-drawn map of Lodi. 

There will be more fun projects to come for next week.

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You just never know what wonderful  things people will bring in to have preserved in a custom frame.

This week I framed an original photo and an original oil painting by two local artists.  I framed a needlework sampler and a Farmers’ Market poster.  I also framed a Washington D.C. class trip photo and a third graders student art creation.   I framed a sheet of postage stamps and a family portrait.  I  am working on a magazine article and a Brewers memorabilia pennant.

Let’s see what next week brings.

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Now featuring Lodi and Wisconsin favorites.

Come in and check out our new Brewer and Packer bags made to look like team jerseys.  How about storing your favorite photos in a recycled album made from WISCONSIN licence plates.  Give a gift of Lake Wisconsin Summer or Ice Age Trail Meadow lotion or body mist.  How about wearing a Lake Wisconsin Girl shirt?

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Surface Decorations by Katy Helmer

Student Artwork:

It is important to encourage young artists to value their creative spirit by preserving and displaying their original work.  Each student framing project is given a 15% discount off of our regular retail framing prices.  This savings can be applied all year long for as many student original artwork projects as you have custom framed.

Artist Discount:

Are you a professional artist or is art your hobby?  If you bring in your original work and have it custom framed you will receive a 15% discount off of the regular retail custom framing cost.  This discount can be used all year for as many of your original works as you wish to have custom framed.

Who needs a discount when you have custom quality and selection starting at only $3.50 per foot? 

That’s right New Discoveries has an affordable line of quality frames for those who are on a budget.  This line offers more than 60 metal and wood frames starting at $3.50 per foot and going to $6.00 per foot.

Free estimates!

Not sure how much it will cost to have a favorite project custom framed?  Maybe you have never had anything custom framed because you are afraid it will be to expensive or you will make bad color or design choices.  Don’t worry we can help.  At New Discoveries we offer free design and cost estimates.  You are not obligated to purchase at the time of your design appointment.  We are happy to give you a free estimate.

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 Forgotten Flowers by Katy Helmer

New Discoveries Art & Frame Gallery

105 S. main Street Suite A

Lodi WI 53555

608-592-4000

Newdiscoverieslodi@verizon.net  email

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New Discoveries offers more than just beautiful custom framing and art work.  When you visit New Discoveries at The Nesting Shops you will find many item to inspire your creative side such as: Art Kits & Art Supplies, Photo Albums, Journals, Ready-made frames, Cookbooks, Art Books, Gourmet Foods, and Bath & Body Products.  Artists of all ages are sure to find a treasure to take home and try or share with friends.

Quality Custom Framing Continues to be the Focus

Katy explains,”I am on a continuing mission to provide the best quality products for you to choose from.  You will not find plastic, or compressed wood mouldings here.  These items are commonly used in big box frame factories in an effort to save themselves money.  I use all conservation quality mats and backing for every project.  I also offer conservation quality glass options.  Your projects will have structural and conservation integrity for years to come.  As a bonus you will find my everyday price to be be very competitive with those factory mega sales.  If you have questions regarding material  quality or custom framing I am available to offer free advice and estimates.”

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On The Land 1 by Katy Helmer

New Discoveries Art & Frame LLC is located in the corner suite of the Lodi mini-mall.  (105 S. Main St. Suite A Lodi, WI) March 14th marks our anniversary at this easily accessible location.   Discover the latest additions to our line of creative “must have” products.  Explore inovative examples of custom framing.

View an exhibit of nature photograhy by Katy Helmer.  May of these regional photos were captured while hiking segments of the Ice Age Trail.

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 Sleepy Boy By Melissa Helmer

New Discoveries Art & Frame Gallery was established in May 1995 in Brodhead, WI.  Katy Helmer opened the gallery after working 5 years in the Art and Framing industry.  This experience and her Bachelors of Fine Arts degree gave her the edge she needed to create a framing experience Artist’s and Art lovers alike would find surpassed that of the Big Box framing factories. 

Since opening her gallery in 95 Katy has framed: Limited Editions and posters, original art in every medium, photographs, autographs, jerseys, footballs and sports memorabilia, needlework, quilts, silverware, jewelry, collections of all sizes and types, diplomas, newspapers, toys, postcards, puzzles…well,  just about any item you can think of!

Katy has 18 years of experience in the framing industry. She has worked with Schools and Libraries, Banks, City Halls, Fire Departments, Cooporations, Resturants, Museums, and indiviuals.  “I approach each project with enthusiasm.  This field allows me to create individual showcases that are unique to each item I encounter.  Using only quality, conservation materials ensures each custom framing project will last the test of time.” explains Katy.

Katy’s attention to detail, color and texture make her framing designs stand out.  Her ability to listen to her customers’ needs and implement them into her hand-crafted design have kept her customers coming back time and again.

If you are looking for individual attention from an experienced expert for your next framing project make an appointment to see Katy for a free estimate by calling 608-592-4000.

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