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    Merry Christmas From High Desert Gallery

    Hdgmchristmas200812 All of us at High Desert Gallery wish you a very Merry Christmas!  Christmas is a special time of the year and we trust that each of you enjoy the true meaning of Christmas and ring in the New Year in style and with great anticipation and hope for a peaceful 2008 and beyond.

    Cheers!  Myrna, Todd, Bea, Sue, Tamara and Kerrisa!

    The folks here at gallery plan on taking a bit of time off to celebrate the holidays and spend time with our families.  We hope you too can enjoy some relaxing time off!

    Please note our gallery hours (Redmond & Sisters) during the upcoming Holiday Season:

    Monday, December 24 – 11am to 3pm
    Tuesday, December 25 – Closed
    Wednesday, December 26th and beyond – Normal Hours

    Monday, December 31 – 11am to 3pm
    Tuesday, January 1 – Closed
    Wednesday, January 2 and beyond – Normal Hours

    Starting in January 2008, High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing in Redmond Oregon will expand our hours to include Monday as well as extend daytime hours to 6pm.  We wish to thank all our gallery patrons for their support that has allowed us to extend our hours.  Please continue to bring in those framing projects!

    High Desert Gallery in Redmond Oregon Gallery Hours:  Monday through Saturday 11am to 6pm and by appointment (541-388-8964 x 2) – Closed Sunday.

    High Desert Gallery in Sisters Oregon moves to our winter hours:  Open Daily --  Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 11am to 6pm and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11am to 2:30pm. Appointments outside our normal hours can be made by calling 541-388-8964 x 3.

    You can visit High Desert Gallery's online art gallery at:  www.highdesertgallery.biz


    New work -- Trisha Hassler & Paul Alan Bennett

    Thalittlemendingtodo96650 It has been a busy week at High Desert Gallery -- New work has just arrived and we encourage you to stop by the gallery or call as we have several new works in the gallery including works by Paul Alan Bennett, Trisha Hassler, Kathy Deggendorfer and Grace Bishko.   Our Gallery in Sisters is located downtown at Oak and West Cascade.  Our toll free number is 1-866-549-6250.

    "A Little Mending Left," is the title of a great NEW Trisha Hassler.  The title  sounds a bit like a Christmas Shopping list as the days are counting down.  Just one more item,  just one more store, just a little bit more to get.  Get the point?  Click on the image to enlarge the view.

    "Winter Night at Wizard Island," is a new wonderfully framed original painting by Paul Alan Bennett.  The watercolor captures Crater Lake atPabwinternightonwizardisland96650 night with Wizard Island in the foreground.  Paul's trademark knit stitch painting style, painted boarders, and night sky makes this a must have work of art for the serious Bennett collector.

    To view our online store please visit:  A Little Mending Left  and Winter Night at Wizard Island

    About Trisha Hassler:   Lifetime quilter and award winning Oregon Artist, Trisha has enjoyed numerous group and one woman exhibits in the Pacific Northwest.  Former “Art in the Pearl” board member and former member artist of L.O.C.A.L. 14, she has been featured in Fiber Arts Magazine and other national fiber arts magazines.   Trisha Hassler embraces both torch-cut steel and improvisational quilting and through her artistic abilities combines the two mediums in one art form even though they are considered being on the opposite ends of the artistic spectrum.  Trisha Hassler’s artwork is available exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Redmond and Sisters, Oregon.  For more information on Trisha visit:  Trisha Hassler

    About Paul Alan Bennett: Award winning professional artist, educator, and art advocate, Paul Alan Bennett has garnered national attention. Paul's imagery is passionately detailed and manifests a unique perspective and style resulting in colorful, vivid imagery sought after and collected nationally. Honors graduate of Maryland Institute of Art and Master of Arts from The University of La Verne (Athens Greece), Paul has excelled in the field of watercolor and most recently in the release of a select group of Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints and worked closely with Pendleton Woolen Mills to release limited edition tapestry blankets. Paul's work has been reproduced for two Sisters Folk Festival Posters and the 2008 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show poster. His style and perspective originate from memories, life experiences and travels that spark the playfulness in this Sisters artist. Paul Alan Bennett’s artwork is represented by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

    For additional information about the artists and the gallery please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call 541-388-8964 and toll free 1-866-549-6250. High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art gallery with retail locations in Bend (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializes in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz .  

    Original artwork by listed artist(s).  All rights reserved and copyright 2007. Use of image is restricted and prohibited without prior written permission.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

     


    New Arrival -- "Spirits Keep Whistling me Home," The works of Lillian Pitt

    Lpskwmhbook96650492 In a previous post we announced the representation of Lillian Pitt.  To be real honest – It has been a blast.  Lillian is a wonderful person, a great artist and she has her heart truly in the right place.  Honoring the arts and culture are pivotal to her approach in her art and her life.   As was mentioned in the previous post – Lillian was recently honored by The High Desert Museum with the Earle Chiles award.   It was a wonderful evening and so many of her friends, patrons and supporters participated in the evening.

    We are making every effort to upload her inventory to our online art gallery (www.highdesertgallery.biz) but with the holiday season it has been a bit crazy.  We do have her wonderful 1999 soft cover book, “Spirits Keep Whistling Me Homeavailable online.  The book with shipping is $17.25.  If you have any questions, please call the gallery at 1-866-549-6250 x 3 or stop by our Sisters Oregon art gallery and you can thumb through our sample book.

    About Lillian Pitt: In her book "Spirits Keep Whistling Me Home", Lillian writes, "My early work began as a playful interaction with clay...I felt that I needed to make work that represented my own culture and who I am (knowing) that my people had a 10,000 year history of living in the Columbia River Gorge...I felt privileged to begin making images in clay of the pictographs, petroglyphs, and legendary beings of my ancestral homeland".

    Born in 1943 of Warm Spring/Yakima/Wasco heritage, Lillian often features Stick Indians in her masks, sculpture, and jewelry. "Growing up on the Warm Springs Reservation, we were told Stick Indians living in the mountains would whistle to guide a good person to safety if lost in the woods, and would lead a bad person deeper into the forest. Because my life has been enriched by so many good people, I picture the Stick Indian  I make whistling people to good fortune and well being".  Lillian Pitt is represented in Central Oregon by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon.

    About High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery has been honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as one of the top 100 Art and Frame Galleries in America and voted “Best Art Gallery” in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006).  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz .  For more information please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250.   High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.


    Silent Sentinels -- Kathy Deggendorfer

    Jefferson in Early Spring — Some thoughts on why this scene popped off the paintbrush…

    Kdjeffersoninearlyspring72650400 Did you know aspens have eyes?   A friend pointed it out to me one day while we were walking.  They form in places where branches once were…. scars healing over with kohl black "tree eyeliner."  Now when I pass a grove of aspens I look to see what they see--silent sentinels watching the seasons pass. 

    In my opinion, this particular group of aspens has an exceptional view. Before the leaves of summer fill in the picture, these trees have the opportunity to watch the spring storms come in and cover Mt. Jefferson with a fresh coat of white snow.   I bet the water in the foreground brings in lots of ducks and Canadian geese for company.  These migrant waterfowl wing in with tales to tell of other places they have seen but the aspens just nod in the wind and say… "Thanks, we'll stay right here and watch this show."

    Kathy Deggendorfer, December 2007

    About Kathy Deggendorfer:  Kathy Deggendorfer lives on a cattle and hay ranch just outside of Sisters, Oregon. Inspired by the color, pattern and texture of her surroundings, she creates vibrant and colorful watercolor paintings. Whimsical images of flowers and ranch life fill the paintings with color and life. "Folks tell me they just feel happy when they look at my work-- that makes me happy."

    Raised in Portland, Oregon, in a clothing manufacturing family, she says ,"Sewing skills skipped a generation with me... but I love fabric. I like to call my creations 'Painters Quilts.' I can prowl around the rounders full of prints at the Stitchin' Post with the best of 'em... I just put my fat quarters down with a paintbrush."

    Kathy's work is collected throughout the Pacific Northwest and reaches out to all corners of the United States. Represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon, she has pieces in the permanent collection at Redmond Airport, 2007 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Poster Artist, she wrote and illustrated a children's book for St. Charles Medical Center, and her work has been translated into clothing and fabric for Columbia Sportswear.

    For additional information about the artists and the gallery please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call 541-388-8964. High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art gallery with retail locations in Bend (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializes in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz

    Original artwork by  Kathy Deggendorfer.  All rights reserved and copyright 2007. Use of image is restricted and prohibited without prior written permission.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

    To purchase online visit:  Jefferson In Early Spring – Fine Art Giclee Print.  Or call High Desert Gallery at 1-866-549-6250 x 3 .

     


    Fill Your Love Ones Stocking with An Americana Project CD -- On Sale and Free Shipping!

    Americanacd2008lr96650 American Project CD -- “Faces In A Cloud”

    Just in Time for the Holiday's and ready for a stocking near you.  Again this year the Sisters Oregon Americana Project has produced a stellar CD with Music from students. All but one song contains original music and lyrics by students of the Americana Project – The CD was Produced by Brent Alan, Brad Tisdel and the Students of the Americana Project.

    Please consider supporting a wonderful cause – get great music and allow a great school curriculum at the Sisters Oregon Schools to continue.

    Please note: The sale and free shipping ends December 31, 2007 at midnight -- Orders after December 31 will be at the regular price and include $2.50 shipping.  Order today and save $4.50!

    Order your CD online from High Desert Gallery today -- $10 including  Free Shipping!  100% of the $10 goes to the Americana Project.  If you are local – Go to Paulina Springs Books in Downtown Sisters, Oregon and pick up one or two today.  Order Today by visiting High Desert Gallery's online store:  Buy Now


    About the Americana Project: The American Project, the educational outreach program of the Sisters Folk Festival provides opportunities for young people to learn about, write, perform, and record music. Through a curriculum integrating both guitar instruction and the history of American music, students build a heightened awareness of the influences that have shaped today’s music and culture. In its fifth year, the Americana Project has made a positive impact on the lives of over 750 young people both in class and as part of the overall program. The students are immersed in expressing themselves through songwriting and as a part of the curriculum write their own original songs. Opportunities to perform and be part of the Sisters community in celebrating art and self expression are driving the intergenerational participation in creating music and community involvement. The program now includes an elementary, middle, and high school component where simultaneously 60 students are participating each trimester.

    About The Sisters Folk FestivalThe Sisters Folk Festival is a three-day celebration of American music, from blues to bluegrass. Many greats have graced the stage since the initial Festival in 1995, including, Ian Tyson, Natalie MacMaster, Chris Smither, Dave Carter, The Waybacks, John Gorka, Ruthie Foster and more.  The Sisters Folk Festival 2007 was a huge success. The festival brought together people that enjoyed beautiful weather and record numbers of music lovers who "folked out" to the music of incredible performers like Willy Porter, Harry Manx, The Greencards and the ever-popular Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks.   The 2008 Festival is scheduled for September 5-7, 2008.  Plan on enjoying the festival and all that Sisters Oregon has to offer!


    2008 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show -- Paul Alan Bennett, Poster Artist

    The 33rd Annual Sisters Outdoor Quilt ShowTM has enjoyed a long tradition in Central Oregon and over the Pab2008soqsposter72450600years has attracted visitors world wide to participate in the week long activities of classes, tours, artist receptions and of course The Big Day – always on the second Saturday in July. The 2008 Sisters Outdoor Quilt ShowTM is set for Saturday, July 12, 2008 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm and is your opportunity to see over 1,200 quilts hanging from buildings, railings and more throughout downtown Sisters Oregon. The worlds largest outdoor quilt show. An event not to be missed!

    Paul Alan Bennett was recently awarded the honors of creating a wonderful poster to commemorate this years event. Paul and the folks at the Stitchin' Post have done a wonderful job of incorporating Paul's working into this years poster!

    Stay tuned for more information on all the activities around Quilt Show as well as the fun things High Desert Gallery does and the events that we sponsors. Please mark your calendar for the 5th Annual “Around The Block” Fiber Arts Stroll scheduled for Saturday, July 5th. A hoot for sure and a great way to see nearly 150-200 quilts plus meet with 30-40 wonderful fiber artists. Live music, refreshments, great art – Need we say more? Save the date, mark your calendar and make your hotel reservations!

    About Paul Alan Bennett: Award winning professional artist, educator, and art advocate, Paul Alan Bennett has garnered national attention. Paul's imagery is passionately detailed and manifests a unique perspective and style resulting in colorful, vivid imagery sought after and collected nationally. Honors graduate of Maryland Institute of Art and Master of Arts from The University of La Verne (Athens Greece), Paul has excelled in the field of watercolor and most recently in the release of a select group of Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints and worked closely with Pendleton Woolen Mills to release limited edition tapestry blankets. Paul's work has been reproduced for two Sisters Folk Festival Posters and the 2008 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show poster. His style and perspective originate from memories, life experiences and travels that spark the playfulness in this Sisters artist. Paul Alan Bennett’s artwork is represented by High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

    For additional information about the artist, the work and the gallery please visit: www.highdesertgallery.com or call 541-388-8964 or toll free 866-549-6250.  High Desert Gallery's online art gallery is found at www.highdesertgallery.biz

    Original artwork by listed artist(s).  All rights reserved and copyright 2007. Use of image is restricted and prohibited without prior written permission.  High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

    Sisters Outdoor Quilt ShowTM is a trademark of the Sisters Outdoor Quilt show and used with permission.


    Mrs Claus Speaks with Tate Metcalf about Sisters Oregon's "Cowboy Christmas"

    Mrsclaus A Cowboy Christmas? Why of Course and especially when you think of Sisters Oregon!   The good news is that the Sisters Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce, Black Butte Ranch, Camp Sherman, The Lodge at Suttle Lake andTate_metcalf Hoodoo Ski Resort are partnering to bring you a “Cowboy Christmas” in The Sisters Country. Special events are planned from the day after Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve.   If you missed the activities around Thanksgiving weekend you missed a Hoot!  A good time was had by all and the events of the weekend including the Tree lighting and the annual Christmas Parade -- All a blast!  We mentioned the Gingerbread House Trail in a previous post and the event goes through December 31 both in downtown Sisters Oregon and at Black Butte Ranch Resort Lodge.  To find out more about the event you can tune into a podcast from down under and a conversation with Mrs Claus ... Mrs Claus visits with Tate Metcalf, President of Sister Oregon Chamber of Commerce in the USA.   Discover the town of tiny lights that celebrates a Cowboy Christmas!  A unique group of events that embraces & honors the pioneering spirit!  Thank you to The Family Yak!

    The Family Yak podcast with Mrs Claus is located at:  Sisters Oregon Cowboy Christmas or click on the "Cowboy Christmas" Image from internationally known artist Tom Browning. 

    Cowboychristmas_detailUpcoming Cowboy Christmas Events:

    Gingerbread Trail, Through December 31, 2007, Downtown Sisters.  View the various gingerbread creations of the Sisters business community on the "Gingerbread Trail."  Vote for your favorite with a donation to Sisters Habitat for Humanity.

    Breakfast with Santa, Saturday, December 15 & 22, 9am, Black Butte Ranch. 

    Lunch with Santa, Saturday, December 15, 11am - 2pm, FivePine Conference Center.

    Home on the Range Judging, Friday, December 21, Black Butte Ranch.

    Carriage Rides, Saturday, December 15 & 22, Sunday - Monday, December 23 - 31 (except Christmas Day), Black Butte Ranch.

    Night Skiing, Friday and Saturday nights, starting Saturday, December 15, Hoodoo. 

    New Year's Eve Party with Fireworks Display, Monday, December 31, Hoodoo.

    We hope you can make all or some of the great events!  See you in The Sisters Country this holiday Season!  For more information on the events of Cowboy Christmas please visit the Sisters Oregon Chamber of Commerce or call 541-549-0251.  For gallery information please visit www.highdesertgallery.com or call 1-866-549-6250.  Happy Holidays!


    Press Release: Cary L Weigand represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

    For Immediate Release

    Hdgclwheadshot96250_2 Cary L Weigand represented by High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon

    Bend Oregon – December 3, 2007 -- High Desert Gallery of Central Oregon is pleased to announce the representation of Oregon Artist, Cary L Weigand.   An artist feature showcasing Cary's recent works will be open to the public through January 30 at the High Desert Gallery, 281 W. Cascade, Sisters, Oregon.   Work on display includes new fine art porcelain sculpture.   For more information including hours of operations, please call High Desert Gallery at 866-549-6250 x 3.

    About Cary L Weigand:  A sixth generation Hawaiian, Cary graduated from the University of Hawaii with a Masters of Fine Art in Ceramics and relocated to Central Oregon in 2004. Hdgclwvientocaballo72335504 Since she graduated she has eagerly pursued the path of establishing herself as an independent ceramic artist.  Her major interest in figure modeling expands both the use of ceramic techniques as well as explores some relatively neglected areas in content.  Inspired by the loose slab work her figures evoke a sense of mass in contrast to the loose and flowing slab work of drapery and body appendages.  This formal device provides an important ground for the content of her work, aimed at a search for a contemporary spirituality.  Working with earthenware or porcelain, a figurine is worked upward slowly allowing each layer to dry.  Then it is painted with Terra Sigilatta, wood ash, overglazes and fired.  Next is applied a variety of stains, paints and sometimes wax.  Each piece builds a bridge connecting Cary's psyche with the physical realm.

    For nationally known artist, Cary Weigand, ceramics is a very humanistic and tactile experience.  Drawn to Asian philosophies and Shamanism she finds they both focus on awareness of mind, spirit, and environment.  The figure represents a vehicle of humanity.  Cary's work is an expression of the subconscious and symbolism.  She states: “In this way, I Hdgclwladywithlantern72335504seek to look deeper within myself.  I look upon each piece as that something which beckons the impenetrable shadows of madness, or the liquid flow of existence, day after day after day, (Or maybe this heart...) a wild beast caged within its chest, dreaming a dream which we've already seen unfolding before us, (time and time again.)

    Cary's original artwork including her fine art porcelain sculpture is available exclusively in Central Oregon at High Desert Gallery.

    About High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery has been honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as one of the top 100 Art and Frame Galleries in America and voted “Best Art Gallery” in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006).  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz .

    For more information please visit:   www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250.   High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.

    Press Release Contact:
    T Dow, High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon
    PO BOX 519 Bend, OR 97709-0519  Gallery Phone: 541-388-8964. 
    Web Site: www.highdesertgallery.com Gallery Blog: www.highdesertgallery.info

    For high resolution images please contact T Dow at 541-388-8964 x 3.

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    Shadow Box Framing -- Professionally framing your "Story"

    Hdgcfholster110200796750 Picture framing provides an attractive presentation for art and objects, but it serves another important function as well: protection.  Framing can protect against damage from common environmental sources such as light, moisture, insects, and handling.  But what do you do when you have “nonstandard” art objects.  How does one frame a wedding dress, a 1920 football jersey, pads and helmet, a pair of silver rimmed prescription eye glasses from your Grandmother, a collage of baby pictures with a rattle, hospital bracelet and cap, a Native American bracelet, fiber art and quilts, sports jersey and awards, a 1920 Ford wrench?  You can do a couple things ... 1) Put the items in a box and store it under your bed and hope for inspiration, 2) try to do it yourself or 3) Take your prized family heirlooms and objects to High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon located in Redmond for expert design and professional custom picture framing services.  We know custom framing and we know Shadow Box framing! After all in our many years in business we've framed many unique items including all the previously mentioned items and the leather holster and belt pictured and many more items!

    What the heck is Shadow Box Framing?  Shadow box frames are created when 3-dimensional  art objects need to be framed. Such as a wedding dress or a football helmet.   High Desert Gallery has successfully created Shadow boxes to accommodate many objects of various depths. Often we will mix objects with pictures to tell a story of a particular event in yours or a love one's life.

    Most often shadow box frames and their contents are very personal and make great gifts. Similar to a collage frame, placement of objects and pictures must flow to tell a story. High Desert Gallery can and will help you with your design ... Most often too many things can become just clutter in a box and too few items or pictures will not convey the event or message that you wish to tell.

    When you start the design process with High Desert Gallery we will suggest the use  of Conservation Framing materials and techniques whenever you have something of value framed—whether the value is monetary or sentimental. Often the items in a shadow box are of no “real value” but do have considerable sentimental value.  Consider conservation framing for the protection of the artwork and objects and do not assume that Conservation Framing will be expensive.  The cost is often not much more than ordinary framing, and the protection provided to your valuable artwork is a worthwhile investment for the future.

    High Desert Gallery has many frame options available for shadow box framing including wood and metal mouldings and plexiglas boxes.  Need that autographed  football or baseball framed for your desk? Plexiglas boxes are a great solution.

    When selecting the moulding the style and size of the frame is a key part of the framing design.  It should be coordinated with the artwork and any matting or other decorative elements that will be used. The goal is a balanced design that enhances and provides a good presentation for the art, without overwhelming it.  The color, shape, texture and size of the moulding all play a role. At High Desert Gallery we have numerous wood mouldings that will accommodate the depth requirements of a typical shadow box frame.  Check us out – you'll be surprised and never disappointed.

    Shadow box framing allows for your story to be cherished for a lifetime and will be a great heirloom to pass to generations to follow.  Feel free to drop by our Redmond Oregon Custom Picture Framing Gallery located at 453 SW 6th Street at Evergreen in downtown Historic Redmond or call us at 866-549-6250 x 2. We would be happy to provide a free no obligation framing consultation and discuss your framing projects.  Hope to see you soon!

    About High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing: High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing, The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ is an award winning fine art and custom picture framing gallery with retail locations in Bend, Oregon (Opening Fall of 2008), Redmond and Sisters Oregon specializing in Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ and Stellar Custom Framing.  High Desert Gallery has been honored in 2005, 2006 and 2007 by Decor Magazine as one of the top 100 Art and Frame Galleries in America and voted “Best Art Gallery” in Redmond, Oregon (2006 & 2007) and Sisters, Oregon (2005, 2006).  High Desert Gallery's online sales gallery can be found at www.highdesertgallery.biz

    For more information please visit:   www.highdesertgallery.com or call toll free 1-866-549-6250.   High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon content copyright 2007.  The Art & Soul of Central Oregon™ and Central Oregon Artists & Beyond™ are trademarks of High Desert Gallery & Custom Framing of Central Oregon.