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What is a 'Commended Framer'?

Commended Framers have been awarded an emblem of excellence by the art and framing industry's trade association, The Fine Art Trade Guild. Their skills, both practical and theoretical have been examined by a Guild Tester in a rigorous two hour test. The aim of the Commended Framer scheme is to distinguish the skilled from the semi-skilled and to help the public select a professional framer who will apply a high level of expertise to the conservation and display of their artwork.

Commended Framers are competent to advise customers on technical and conservation matters, as well as design and presentation, while keeping to a budget.

Since its inception in 1994, the Commended Framer scheme has been adopted in many European countries, as well as Australia, New Zealand and the USA, and is seen as a benchmark within the industry for recognising Professional Framers.

Ian Kenny GCF has fully supported the scheme, and has been the GCF examiner in Scotland since 1999.


At Ian Kenny Framing, there are only three people who will frame your work - Ian Kenny GCF, Andrew McLaren GCF and Craig McKenzie GCF. We are available for you to discuss the best way to present and conserve your artwork for the future.