What services do you offer?

Our services include custom picture framing, museum-quality conservation framing, canvas stretching, shadow box framing, custom mirrors, and more. All work is completed on-site in our Palo Alto studio.

Do I need an appointment?

Walk-ins are always welcome during our business hours. However, we recommend booking an appointment to ensure you get dedicated one-on-one time with our designer. Appointments can be booked online at our booking page.

We frame a wide variety of items — original paintings, fine art prints, photography, vintage posters, certificates, diplomas, textiles, jerseys, memorabilia, and more. We also design and build custom framed mirrors. If you're unsure whether your piece can be framed, bring it in and we'll advise you.

How much does custom picture framing cost?

Custom framing pricing depends on the size of the piece, the frame style, matting, and glazing options you choose. We work with a wide range of budgets and will walk you through all your options during your appointment.

How long has Richard Sumner Frames been in business?

We opened our doors in 1972, making us one of the oldest businesses in Palo Alto and the only remaining custom picture framing shop in the downtown area. Over 50 years of experience goes into every frame we build.

Where is Richard Sumner Frames located?

We are located at 628 Emerson Street in downtown Palo Alto, CA 94301. We serve clients throughout the Bay Area, including Atherton, Menlo Park, Los Altos, and San Francisco.

Do you only serve Palo Alto?

No — while our studio is in Palo Alto, we serve clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We regularly work with clients from Atherton, Menlo Park, Los Altos, and beyond, and offer delivery and installation throughout the region.

Custom Picture Framing Portfolio & Curated Collection

At Richard Sumner Frames, every project is a collaboration between craftsmanship and design. Browse our portfolio of custom framing work — from conservation framing and shadow boxes to canvas stretching and custom mirrors — and explore our curated collection of fine art, vintage posters, ceramics, and home décor. Each piece in our Palo Alto studio is handpicked for its quality, character, and ability to elevate any interior.