Framing and Mount Making:

Museum best practices influence every fine art presentation I build. I founded my business with a deep understanding of conservation framing and preservation. I can provide production framing and also enjoy framing individual objects, works on paper and paintings.

  • Archival framing has been my focus throughout my career.

  • I design all aspects of every presentation or exhibition to best preserve the original condition of fine art and objects.

  • Mount Making for the purposes of security, exhibit presentation, fine art storage, or purely for travel.

  • I am well versed in a multitude of materials, finishes, techniques, I welcome curatorial challenges.

Exhibition Display Cases and Pedestals:

Fabrication built to last because good design and quality control ultimately help preserve objects and future budgets.

  • Design-build, in wood, metal, acrylic fabric paper and painted materials.

  • Fabrication using our clients’ exact specifications and aesthetic approach.

  • Built-in cases, stand-alone pedestals, wall mounted units, modular systems.

  • Designs that alleviate storage issues, promote efficient exhibit rotations and address security concerns.

Packing, Unpacking, and Crating Services:

Site visits are recommended to secure a relevant and accurate quote or estimate. I provide budgets in advance of handling or removing artwork for shipping. My proposals can address clearly wall to wall logistics.

  • I have developed proven methods of soft packing and shell packing objects for both local and long-distance transport.

  • Fine art crating at Schaffer Fine Art Services is grounded in broad experience. I use one core design for all of our crates that meets EU standards and is environmentally green due to the well-designed interior.

  • On site crating is my preferred method for high value items and delicate pieces of fine art. I am capable of addressing complex sculptural works, furniture and delicate ornamental picture frames.

Documentation and Registration: 

Registration is the foundation of fine art handling, and it is proof your property or property of others is being handled professionally at every location.

  • Basic on-site documentation usually involves straightforward receipts that define the services being performed.

  • Full documentation requires more time and effort and may include condition surveys, photos, and specific written information about your fine artwork and recommendations for handling.

Fine Art Shipping and Transportation:

I offer dual-driver and single driver shuttles in a uniquely equipped Sprinter Van. We strive to make your shipment arrive during normal weekday business hours. Unless requested to do so, I do not transfer (cross-dock) shipments to other vehicles.

  • Single driver is most often intended for shorter trips. I will upon request provide single driver long distance transportation as long as safe driving parameters are established.

  • Dual driver fine art shuttles are the best practice when approaching long haul fine art transportation.

  • Consolidated fine art shipping simply groups destinations and shipments into one route. It is usually the most cost-effective way to ship fine art. Clients pay only for a portion of the route and truck and fees.

  • Exclusive fine art shuttles are direct “point A - to point B” fine art handling. An exclusive is highly private and can be very cost effective and efficient. Particularly for a client with a number of items, exclusives may require minimal packing as compared to a consolidated shipment which often requires extensive packing or crating.

  • Schaffer Fine Art Services can tap into a number of national carriers outside of the Midwest. Please note, I independently run my own shuttles. Specifically, I do not do business with any local competing fine art services firms.

Climate-Controlled Art Storage:

Schaffer Fine Art Services offers short term HVAC controlled storage for fine art. Our storage space has controlled access monitored 365/24/7.

Estimates and Site Visits: 

Expect detailed inspection meetings lasting between 15 minutes to hours if necessary. I plan best approach to handling fine art project.