Custom Framing in San Antonio
Custom picture framing for art, photos, diplomas, posters and keepsakes, designed with you at our shop near UTSA. Free design help, prices from $99, ready in about two weeks.
Call (210) 615-8229 Book a Free ConsultationCustom Framing Designed With You
The Frame Gallery is a custom framing shop in San Antonio at 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, near UTSA. Since 1984 we have framed art, photos, posters, diplomas, needlework, canvas and keepsakes for families and businesses across the city.
Whether you need custom picture framing for a family photo, a favorite poster or a fine art print, our designers walk you through the process. You choose from acid-free mats, UV-protective glass and more than 3,000 frame and moulding options until the piece looks exactly the way you pictured it. The design help is free.
- From $99
- About two weeks
- No appointment needed
- Free design help
- Since 1984
$99
Starting price
Custom framing for a small print or photo, with free design help.
How Custom Framing Works
Bring in your piece
Walk in Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM or Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM. No appointment needed.
Design it with us, free
Our designers help you compare frames, mats and glass side by side at the counter. The design consultation costs nothing.
Choose frame, mat and glass
Thousands of frames including Roma and Larson-Juhl, over 300 mats and UV, non-glare or museum glass. You get an exact quote before any work begins.
Pick it up in about two weeks
Most projects are ready in about two weeks. Large, fragile or valuable piece? We can come to your home or office for $99.
No appointment needed. Visit our frame shop near UTSA at 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, or call (210) 615-8229 to start designing your frame today. Directions and hours
Call (210) 615-8229What We Frame Art, Photos, Diplomas & Keepsakes
Custom framing goes well beyond pictures at our shop. We frame art, photos, posters and diplomas, build shadow boxes for jerseys, medals and keepsakes, and frame needlework, canvas and mirrors. Each piece gets a frame, mat and glass chosen for what it holds.
Paintings & fine art
Paintings, originals and fine art prints, with archival mats and museum glass for valuable pieces.
Painting framingPhotos
Family photos, wedding portraits and your own photography, under UV-filtering glass with acid-free mats.
Photo framingPosters & art prints
Movie, concert, sports and vintage posters of every size, up to 40 x 60 inches.
Poster framingDiplomas & certificates
Diplomas from UTSA, Texas A&M-San Antonio, St. Mary's and schools across the city, with a one-day rush available.
Diploma framingNeedlework & papyrus
Cross-stitch, needlepoint, embroidery and Egyptian papyrus, laced or hinged by hand, never glued.
Needlework framingCanvas
Paintings and canvas prints stretched on custom bars, gallery wrapped or set in a float frame.
Canvas stretchingShadow boxes
Medals, flags, jerseys, guns, wedding items and antiques, in boxes up to 16 inches deep.
Shadow box framingFramed mirrors
Custom framed mirrors for bathrooms and every room, with delivery and installation available.
Framed mirrors
Signed bats, jerseys, flags and medals need real depth. We design and build shadow boxes in our shop for sports memorabilia and keepsakes of any shape, so nothing is pressed flat or hidden.
Shadow box framingMaterials We Use Frames, Mats & Glass
Every custom framing price depends on three choices, and we keep all of them in the showroom so you can compare them side by side. We show you how each choice changes the look and the quote, so you can spend where it matters for your piece.
The frame
Thousands of frames, from natural walnut, cherry and pine to black, gold and silver, including Roma and Larson-Juhl. One of the largest selections in San Antonio.
The mat
More than 300 mats in paper, suede, leather and linen. Every mat is acid-free, and archival museum mats are available for fine art.
The glass
UV-filtering glass to stop fading, non-glare UV glass for bright rooms, and museum glass that is nearly invisible and gives the most protection.
Quality built into our framing
Acid-free mats & backing
We always use acid-free mats and backing, which help keep your piece from yellowing over time.
Acid-free mounting tape
Your piece is held in place with acid-free mounting tape.
99% UV glass
UV-filtering glass that blocks 99% of UV light is available to keep colors from fading.
Dust cover
A dust cover finishes the back of the frame and helps keep dust out.
See the materials in person. Bring your piece to 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, near UTSA, and compare frames, mats and glass with our designers. The design help is free.
Call (210) 615-8229How Much Does Custom Framing Cost in San Antonio?
At The Frame Gallery, custom framing starts at $99 for a small print or photo. Your final price depends on the size of the piece, the frame, the mats and the glass you choose.
Bring your item in for a free design consultation and we'll give you an exact quote before any work begins. No appointment needed.
Starting price
$99
Custom framing for a small print or photo
Starting prices
$99and up
Small print or photo
Family photos, prints and small art, with free design help at the counter.
$99and up
Diplomas & certificates
Most diploma frames are between $99 and $499. See diploma framing.
$149and up
Needlework
Needlework is stretched and laced by hand, so it starts higher. See needlework framing.
These are approximate starting prices, but prices can be much more depending on the size, frame selection, glass and item.
Free
Design help & quote
Compare frames, mats and glass with our designers and get an exact price before any work begins.
2 weeks
Standard turnaround
Most custom framing is ready in about two weeks, since materials are ordered for your piece.
1 day
Rush for diplomas
One-day rush framing for diplomas and certificates in frames we have in stock, for an added $49.
$99
Home or office visit
For large, fragile or valuable pieces, we can come to your home or office instead.
Ready-made frames start around $39. They are not custom frames, but we carry many standard sizes from 4 x 6 to 36 x 48, and a photo in a ready-made frame can sometimes be done the same day.
We have been pricing custom framing in San Antonio since 1984. Call (210) 615-8229 or bring your piece to 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, minutes from UTSA.
Call (210) 615-8229
Meet Your Frame Designer Kelley Butler, Owner
20+ years designing frames
Kelley Butler, owner of The Frame Gallery, has designed frames for more than 20 years and works the design counter herself. The person helping you choose a mat, moulding and glass has seen thousands of pieces come through the shop.
That hands-on approach is why customers mention her by name in their reviews. Bring in a diploma, a jersey, a painting or something one-of-a-kind, and you'll work out the design with her in person.
20+
Years of frame design experience
40+
Years in business in San Antonio, since 1984
Free
Design help, no appointment needed
No Appointment Needed Picture Framing Near UTSA
Whenever you are ready to frame a piece, stop by our shop Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM or Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM. Bring in your artwork, photo, jersey or keepsake, and our designers will help you explore frame samples, mats and glass on our large design counter.
Every custom frame is handcrafted right here in San Antonio to match your space and budget. Mail-order kits and big-box counters rely on stock sizes; every frame we make is built in-house to the exact dimensions of your item.
Built in our shop
Unlike volume framers who outsource production, every custom frame is made in-house in San Antonio.
Made to your exact size
No stock sizes. Each frame is cut to the exact dimensions of your piece, using solid wood moulding.
Conservation-grade materials
Acid-free mats and backing, and UV-filtering glass, help protect your piece from fading for years.
Plan your visit
Hours
Monday to Friday: 11 AM to 6 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Sunday: closedAddress
5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190
San Antonio, TX 78249
Near UTSA, between Walmart and the post officeAreas we serve
All of San Antonio, with many customers from Helotes, Boerne, Stone Oak, Leon Springs and the medical center.
Piece too large, fragile or valuable to bring in? Every project starts with a free in-store design consultation, and we also offer a $99 in-home or in-office consultation.
What Customers Say in Google Reviews
Leather pieces, parchment, signed posters and art prints: customers bring us the pieces that matter most to them. Here is what two of them said after their custom framing was done.
Kelley and her team at the Frame Gallery are amazing! I had some very important pieces framed here recently. One was a leather piece, an art print, a poster, and a parchment print. I would say very specific needs.
Ashley FloresGoogle review · July 13, 2025
I had the pleasure of speaking with Lupe and Kelley Butler (Owner) today concerning my framing needs for a signed poster and they were very informative and insightful to my framing needs.
David G. ArreguinGoogle review · March 8, 2025
Why San Antonio Chooses The Frame Gallery
- Rated 5.0 on Google
- Serving San Antonio since 1984
- Free in-store design help, no appointment needed
- Two-week standard turnaround, rush in as little as 24 hours when possible
- 20+ years of frame design experience at the counter
Framed something with us? We would love to hear about it in a Google review.
Custom Framing FAQ Questions We Hear Every Week
If your question is not here, call the shop and ask. We would rather talk it through before you bring your piece in.
Which core services do you offer?
We offer a full spectrum of framing services, including 300+ mats and thousands of frame choices, dry-mounting, printing, and photo restoration.
How do you determine project pricing?
Simple framing jobs start at $99, diplomas at $99, needlework at $149 and shadow boxes at $190. Your final price depends on the size of the piece, the frame, the mats and the glass you choose. Bring your item in for a free design consultation and we’ll give you an exact quote before any work begins.
What is the typical project timeline?
Our standard timeline is two weeks, since framing materials and mats need to be ordered after you place your order. If you have an emergency, we can rush your order in 24 hours.
Where are you located?
This is easy! Our address is 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190. We are between Walmart and the post office on the north side. Look for our large sign in the strip center.
Are design services free?
Absolutely, bring in your photos, artwork, or item, and we’ll help you select the frame and mats you like. Then we’ll guide you through the entire process — our designers are great.
What kind of glass should I choose?
We carry UV-filtering glass, non-glare UV glass and museum glass. UV glass protects art and photos from fading, non-glare cuts reflections, and museum glass is almost invisible while giving the most protection. We’ll help you pick the right one for your piece and your room.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk in any time Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM or Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM. For large or fragile pieces we also offer a $99 in-home or in-office consultation.
How much should I expect to pay for custom framing?
95% of all custom framing jobs cost between $99 and $1,000, and the price is highly dependent on you and what frame, glass and mat you select.
Is it worth getting something professionally framed?
Yes, if you have something you intend to keep for a lifetime. You frame it once and can enjoy it for decades.
Still have a question? Call (210) 615-8229 or stop by 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, near UTSA. No appointment needed, and the design help is free.
Free design help · No appointment
Call Us Today (210) 615-8229
Talk to a designer about your piece, or stop by 5563 De Zavala Rd, Ste 190, near UTSA. Custom framing starts at $99.
Book a Free Consultation and We Will Call You
Tell us about the piece you want framed, and we will call you back to talk through frames, mats, glass and price. Prefer to talk now? Call the shop, or simply walk in. No appointment is needed.
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San Antonio, TX 78249 - HoursMon–Fri 11 AM to 6 PM
Sat 11 AM to 5 PM