Good Things Come in Small Packages: Shop Small with Prairiebrooke!

Small Business Saturday is right around the corner, and we’ve curated the perfect collection of gifts for everyone on your list this year. By shopping at Prairiebrooke Arts, you’re not only backing a local, family-owned business, you’re also supporting one of the hundreds of artists we represent. This year, be original and buy an original. At Prairiebrooke, we’re firm believers that good things come in small packages. Find out for yourself by shopping small at Prairiebrooke this year!

Wall of Smalls

If you’re wanting to gift original art, but don’t want to commit to a large piece, these small originals are a perfect option. We have featured works from artists across the country including Julie Hansen, Lee Knox, and Kyle Goderwis. Each piece is as unique as the people you’ll be gifting. The best part? Small originals work perfectly in a gallery wall, and each year you can to the collection. Stop by the gallery to view all of our perfectly gift-able pieces.

Fine Art Clutches

What’s even better than art that hangs on your walls? Art that you can take with you wherever you go! We’ll have a wide assortment of fine art clutches available—perfect for any sister, mom, or grandma on your Christmas list. Each clutch is hand painted and features the artist’s signature (just like a traditional piece of art). Make the ladies in your life happy with one of these beauties under the tree!

Hand-Blown Art Glass

Diversify your gifts by mixing in some one-of-a-kind art glass. We have pieces in all shapes and sizes and colors; you’re certain to find one for each special person on your list. Our art glass comes from a number of sources throughout the country and world, but we especially love this darling collection from local brothers, AlBo Glass. We’ll have an abundance of pieces to choose from on Small Business Saturday, so be sure to stop by and see for yourself.

For more than 20 years, Prairiebrooke Arts has been a part of the Kansas City art community. We’re a proud, second-generation-owned, family business with a passion for bringing fine art to the Midwest. Whether it’s custom framing for your special moments or the gift of original art, our team is dedicated to providing you with excellent service and products. Thanks for choosing Prairiebrooke this Small Business Saturday!

Corporate Spotlight: The Kessler

You’re probably familiar with our residential art services, but did you know that Prairiebrooke has a corporate sister company? Prairiebrooke Consulting is a comprehensive art resource servicing the healthcare, hospitality, and multifamily industries. Our corporate consulting team has curated collections for dozens of corporate spaces throughout the region and country. One of our most recent projects, The Kessler Residences in Prairie Village, features some of the top trends in corporate art design. Check out our work for yourself. We apologize in advance for any art envy you may have as a result!

Fine Art Giclées

If it sounds like we’re talking a different language, it’s because we are! Giclée in French means “splash.” This type of fine art print gained its name from the technique used to create it. In giclée production, a high-end printer splashes millions of tiny ink droplets onto canvas, paper, or board. Fine art giclées are an excellent option for corporate art projects because they offer the quality of an original piece of art at a fraction of the cost. Our line of designer-curated giclées are limited edition and can be customized to meet your size and shape specifications. This abstract floral giclée makes a statement in The Kessler’s conference room, and it fits perfectly within their custom wall paneling.

Gallery Wall

With lots of space to fill, a gallery wall helps to create visual interest within your collection. Sure, you could opt for one large piece, but a gallery wall allows you to diversify your visual plane and incorporate a number of different mediums. In The Kessler’s gallery wall, we designed an eclectic layout featuring both works on paper, behind glass as well as those on canvas. The result is a diverse focal point that ties in the colors, textures, and patterns from throughout the rest of this gathering space.

Float Frames

Emulate the look of a high-end gallery in your corporate space with a simple float frame. Float frames provide a clean visual finish to your collection while still allowing a slight gap along the edge of the canvas. The use of a float frame instantly elevates the look of a canvas and completes the overall look of your art.

Triptych

Sometimes a wall or area just begs for a statement piece—or pieces. This triptych perfectly fills the wide, shallow area above the counter. Triptychs, or serial pieces in general, are excellent to have in your collection because they help to break up the monotony of large, singular works.

Variety

In corporate spaces, like The Kessler, we often work with a vast amount of wall space. To keep a corporate art collection interesting, we combine pieces behind glass and those on canvas, large pieces with smaller series, and various styles and subject matters. We work with you and your team to curate a collection that accurately reflects your brand identity.

If your space feels more bland than grand, give us a call! Our corporate art team will work with you to cultivate a collection that seamlessly represents your brand and business. For more than 20 years, we’ve been Kansas City’s art and framing resource. Schedule a consultation and find out why for yourself!

5 Reasons to Invest in Framing this Summer

Parties, open houses, holidays—oh my! Summer has arrived and with it comes the time for entertaining. You’ve been putting off getting your favorite pieces reframed—or maybe even framed in the first place—but the time to act is now! Don’t delay any longer; here are five reasons to invest in framing this summer.

Preservation

You don’t want to admit it, but your annual spring cleaning unveiled a number of family photos, certificates, and other treasured memorabilia that quite frankly has seen better days. Light, air pollution, and moisture can all accelerate the deterioration of paper-based products. Without framing, your priceless keepsakes are subjected to whatever comes their way—from dust bunnies to Rover’s teeth. Conservation grade framing is the perfect way to protect the things you love.

Design

That chunky, ornate frame was totally in style when you had your favorite piece of art framed in 1987, but unfortunately, it hasn’t aged as well as the piece itself. Give your artwork a facelift with a brand-new frame. Custom framing allows you to keep the pieces you love without dragging your interior design back a few decades. With all the framing options available, you’ll be certain to find a style that works for you!

Cohesiveness

Just like with metal finishes, wood stains, and color schemes, framing is a way to tie the design of your space together. Frames can be used to create a sense of cohesiveness to gallery walls as well as rooms that have a mixture of wall hangings. If you find that your existing frames are clashing, then consider updating your frames with a complementary look. By designing your frames with an entire collection in mind, you’ll be able to create a look that’s both original and unified.

Organization

You’re already storing your memorabilia in storage totes, why not organize them on your walls instead? The professional team at Prairiebrooke will help you design framing solutions that aren’t just aesthetically pleasing, but also practical décor. You’ll free up space under the bed, in your closet, or on your storage room shelves, and get a gorgeous new focal point for your walls. Win-win!

Quality

Sure, you could pick up a few cheap frames from a department store, but let’s be honest, you’ll be replacing those frames in a year or two when they fall apart anyway. The team at Prairiebrooke has been custom designing framing for more than 20 years. Investing in our quality, conservation grade framing not only properly protect your piece, it also saves you money in the long run. Your framed piece will become heirloom quality, gorgeous and preserved for generations to come.

For more than 20 years, Prairiebrooke has been the leading art and framing resource for the greater Kansas City area. Whether it’s a favorite original art piece, keepsakes from your travels, or dad’s old jersey, the team at Prairiebrooke has you covered! Don’t wait any longer, invest in framing this summer.