Rob Van Uffelen's picture framing business first started in the Netherlands 30 years ago.  In 1985 he and his wife Grietje and teenage sons Kai, Lars and Niels immigrated to New Zealand. 

In Palmerston North, the Van Uffelens took over a picture framing business situated at Dahlia Street.  It expanded and in 1993 they made the shift to the present premises in Princess Street.  The Van Uffelen Gallery prides itself in stocking the widest sample collection of mouldings in New Zealand.  "Customers come from afar to choose the right combination to put around their artwork", says Rob Van Uffelen.

The staff work closely with clients, be it a child's drawing from kindergarten or a beautiful piece of original artwork, you can be assured that your work will receive all the attention it needs.  Van Uffelen Gallery specialises in object framing such as sports jerseys, medals, ballet shoes, you name it, they will frame it.   You will receive useful advice on what is the best possible way to display your artwork.

Several staff of Van Uffelen Gallery hold the professional degree of "Guild Commended Framer" or GCF.  This notation, which is recognised worldwide as a prime qualification for picture framers, can only be used with their name, after a rigorous standardised test has been passed.  By becoming a GCF, the Van Uffelens have gained the UK's one and only framing qualification, and they have demonstrated their commitment to the business of art and framing to supply goods and services of a consistently high standard to their customers.

Ability and expertise are backed by a sound understanding of various types of artwork.  Taking care of them by framing them in a manner which is appropriate and when necessary using conservation materials, will ensure your artwork will stay in optimum condition.

To assist in creating a perfect job, the Van Uffelens recently installed in their workshop the newest computerised mattboard cutter "The Gunnar", made in Switzerland.

"We can cut almost any design imaginable.  You show us your preferred design and we can try to cut it." says Lars.   

Our art gallery has a wide range of original artwork of local and NZ artists.  We stock an extensive collection of catalogues from printers/suppliers from all over the world.

There is a designated corner in the gallery, between the gallery and the restaurant, where you can sit and browse at your leisure to choose the right print for your decor.

The newest addition to this family business is the cafe restaurant "The Gallery", which is integrated with the picture framing gallery with a walkthrough.

If you want to visit the gallery or the restaurant, you can park your car either on Pricess Street or on Church Street. There is a walkthrough which connects both parts of the business.