I absolutely recommend Downtown Art and Frame. I was in a time crunch with some odd size restrictions for an art show and they were able to get me exactly what I needed on time and for a very reasonable price.They are very nice, professional and answered all of my questions. I will definitely go to Downtown Art and Frame again.

Barney is both a true artist and a true professional. To be able to count on him and to be able to work with on projects is a great resource and a pleasure. I hope that he remains a part of Norman for many more years.

I have been using Downtown A&F for years. Barney is always friendly, does a great job and is fairly priced. Definitely better treatment than a box store.

A really wonderful and easy experience. I cannot recommend this place enough. Tons of selections, very affordable, wonderful customer service.

Barney, does nothing but the finest work. A great experience every time.

Ive never written a review for a business, but, I feel strong enough about the experiences that Ive had with Downtown Art and Frame that I wanted this to be my first. My wife and I have been going to Downtown Art and Frame for the last two years to get our framing done. We have had a whole range of framing done here (between 8-10 jobs), including things as straightforward as 11 X 17 black and white photos, to a small poster, to an art tile, to a complicated, original oil painting (complicated because of the colors involved and some of the textures in the painting), to a large limited-edition print on rough-cut linen/cotton paper. In EVERY CASE Barney Gibbs took his time to help with every step. The great thing is that Barney has an artists eye when it comes to framing, so he is very helpful when we have gone to the shop and we werent positive how we wanted something framed. For instance, we knew that we wanted the large print in a white frame with a simple white matte, but, as we moved forward with various combinations, it became clear that there were other options that I hadnt thought about. In the end, Barney suggested that we simply float the print -- and, given that the print is of a bird, this worked INCREDIBLY well. In the end, he took almost 45 minutes to work on this one picture with me (he took almost an hour to help me when we were working through colors and options for framing an oil painting on another occasion!). Another great thing about Barney is that he really listens to you. If you want something specific, he wont try to change your mind. If you need some ideas, hes there to provide them (in a subtle manner). Barney is also great because he has NEVER tried to up-sell me on anything. He makes it clear when one frame is going to be much more expensive than another option. He offers the best quality glass, but, doesnt try to convince you that you will need it if a more modest (re: cheaper) glass is what you want/need (if you want it, hes got it, though). Regarding costs, it is hard to compare a custom framing with a pre-made frame purchased at a store. However, a nice, black frame with a white matte sized for an 11 X 17 photo at a hobby store costs around $40 (Ive bought them in the past), while the same custom job (which produces a much more hearty and solid frame, in my opinion) from Downtown Art and Frame was between $45-50. Comparing the cost with a hobby store framing option for custom framing (which I have done in the past), the costs seemed cheaper or the same at Downtown Art and Frame -- but, dont take my word for it! Bring your picture in and get a quote from Barney, then take it elsewhere! I feel pretty confident that most folks will come back to Downtown Art and Frame.

I met Barney Gibbs in March on 2010, he was very knowledgeable and very welcoming. I just relocated from Denver, Colorado and he helped me learn about the Norman community and upcoming events. I look forward to use his services as we settle into this new area.Korey

He did a fantastic framing of my diploma. Very friendly, very fast, very reasonably priced.

Excellent business, very pleased with the framing.

Barney is great!