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Viking Framer

Tamborine Mountain — Est. 1994

Where craft meets something real.

A working studio and gallery on Tamborine Mountain. Custom framing done by hand, original artwork by local artists, and a space that feels nothing like a showroom.

30+
Years on the mountain
7
Local artists showing
100%
Handcrafted in studio
Now booking
Sip & Paint — Saturday Evening
BYO · Guided by a local artist · 8 spots only
Find us
5 Fern Street, Tamborine Mountain
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · (07) 5545 2402
Custom Framing

You probably have something
that deserves a frame.

Most people think framing is for art galleries. David has spent 30 years proving otherwise. Hover over each to see what people actually bring in.

Learn about custom framing
01
Original Artwork
Paintings, drawings, prints and photographs — framed to last a lifetime.
“I bought a piece from the gallery and need it framed properly.”
02
Sports Memorabilia
Jerseys, signed photographs, match tickets — preserved and presented with care.
“My son’s first footy jersey — I want to display it properly.”
03
Children’s Art
The drawing they’re most proud of. Frame it before the paper yellows.
“My daughter’s painting from prep — she’s 15 now.”
04
Certificates & Documents
Degrees, awards, historical documents — archival framing protects as well as presents.
“Just finished my PhD — want to do this properly.”
05
Maps & Travel
Vintage maps, hand-drawn routes, illustrated prints from a place that shaped you.
“An old map of where my family came from in Scotland.”
06
Photography
Family portraits, wedding shots, the photo sitting in a drawer for years.
“Our wedding photo has been in a box for four years.”
07
Letters & Heirlooms
A handwritten letter from a grandparent. Objects that carry a story worth keeping.
“Letters my grandfather sent home during the war.”
08
Something Unexpected
Vinyl records, embroidery, textiles, objects. If it matters, bring it in.
“My nan’s embroidery — she made it over 40 years.”
How it works

Simple as a conversation.

01
Reach out
Call, email, WhatsApp or stop in. We are happy to talk through your piece before you commit to anything.
02
Bring it in
Come to the studio with your piece. See the frame options in person — colours, materials, profiles, all of it.
03
David does the rest
Every frame is made by hand in the studio. No outsourcing. No shortcuts. Just the craft.
04
Pick it up
David lets you know when it’s ready. Come in, take it home, put it on the wall.
Now booking

Sip & Paint
on the Mountain.

Spend a Saturday evening painting in a real working studio. Bring your own drinks, bring a friend. A local artist guides you through it — no experience required, no pressure.

Join the waitlist
When
Saturday evenings
Capacity
8 guests only
Format
BYO · Guided
Where
Viking Framer Studio
Experience needed
None whatsoever
Tickets
Waitlist open now
Customer Reviews

What people say
about David’s work.

5.0
Google Reviews

“David framed my grandmother’s embroidery that had been sitting in a box for years. He took such care with it — the right mount, the right glass, everything. It is now the centrepiece of our living room.”

Sarah M.
Google Review

“Had my son’s first rugby jersey framed for his birthday. David knew exactly what was needed — deep box frame, archival backing, the lot. The finished piece looked incredible. Worth every cent and the drive up.”

James T.
Google Review

“Brought in our wedding photograph that had been sitting unframed for four years. David helped us choose exactly the right frame and the finished piece is stunning. The craftsmanship is obvious the moment you see it.”

Craig D.
Google Review
“The kind of place you don’t plan for — but when you do, you end up staying longer than expected.”
— Past visitor, Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail