Nelson Picture Framers and Art Supplies
Impressions carries an extensive range of artist supplies and offers a comprehensive picture framing service to the artists of the Nelson region.
Impressions is owned and operated by Lewis and Glenys Della Bosca, who started the business in 1983. The business has evolved over the years from its inception as a print gallery to what it is today, retailing custom picture framing and fine art supplies.
The business has developed to become an integral part of the local art community - as well as providing their framing service and selling artist supplies, Impressions provides sponsorships, presents workshops, artist and product demonstrations and supplies information sheets.
Conveniently located in the heart of Richmond, the shop has parking at the door. Check us out today.
Our normal trading hours are: -
- 9am - 5.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
- 9am - 6.30pm Thursday (From April 2012)
- 9am - 1pm Saturday
- Closed Sunday and Public Holidays
Payments
We accept payment by cash, cheque, EFTPOS or credit card (Visa, Mastercard & American Express.)
Arts Council Nelson Impressions Art Awards 2012
Impressions are proud to sponsor the annual Arts Council Nelson Impressions Art Awards.
The 2012 entry form can now be downloaded from the Impressions Art Awards page of this website.
The key dates to know are: -
- 16 July - Final receiving day for CD Entries
- 31 July - Receiving Day for Selected Entries
- 4 August, 4pm - Exhibition Opening and Awards Presentation
- 6 August - 1 September - Exhibition is Open to the Public
- 1 September, 1pm - Presentation of Award for People's Choice Section. Collection please of any unsold works.
As with the previous couple of years there are three sections: -
- Open (No Theme)
- Themed - "Reflection". The detailed definition is included in the entry form.
- People's Choice
Fine Art Supplies
From play paints for junior artists to 'professional' artist quality acrylics, oils, watercolours, designers gouache, drawing media including inks, charcoal, pastels and pencils to canvas, papers, easels, brushes, palettes, additives, mediums and varnishes – we cater for most artists' needs. Impressions carries a number of reputable brands.
Picture Framing
Impressions is proud to offer a comprehensive picture framing service. Customers regularly say they choose us because we do the best job.
Owner/manager Lewis Della Bosca GCF and staff picture framer Penny Lennard GCF adhere to the rigid picture framing standards set by the Fine Art Trade Guild (UK) of which Impressions is a member. Both have earned their Guild Commended Framer qualifications after extensive picture framing experience and passing the examination administered by the Fine Art Trade Guild in London.
Art Tuition
As well as offering a free directory to art classes available in the Nelson Waimea district, we now can provide artists workshops, product demonstrations and tutorials on-site in the Impressions Studio. The studio can be accessed from the Petrie carpark, behind the store (entrance off McGlashen Avenue), or for anyone requiring wheelchair access, through the Impressions shop. Classes available to members of the public will be listed in the Impressions Art Workshop and Tuition Directory pages of this website.
The Studio is available for hire to artists wanting to conduct a small group session(s) for 6 - 10 people, depending on the activity planned. Details of room hire charges and conditions are available on application. The studio can be rented 7 days a week including evenings, depending on availability. Equipment available to studio users includes easels, overhead projector,tutor's demonstration mirror, good artificial light and natural daylight, sink and tea/coffee making facilities.