Successful Framing Businesses Start Here

Whether your goal is to start your own business, or simply to learn the skills and  techniques of professional framing, we can help. No previous experience or knowledge is required.

 

Enroll now in our comprehensive 4-Day Professional Course or, our weekend, "Learn to Frame" class for hobbyists/artists, and learn the latest professional framing methods, including creative mat cutting and decoration, mounting techniques, frame cutting and joining, glass cutting and glazing procedures, fitting and much, much more. See links at bottom of page for more information. And be sure to order our new video, "How to Start Your Own Picture Framing Business." This 2-DVD set is packed full of inside information that will help you get started on the road to success and provide you with valuable insight about an business that combines, fun, profit, creativity and low startup costs.

 

APFA features state-of-the-art equipment, and some of the industry's finest instructors, including Paul Cascio,  Picture Framing Magazine's "Guerrilla Framer".

 

As one student put it, "Mr. Cascio has turned the business of framing into a science." His entertaining and informative style has helped framers and framing business owners across North America and beyond.

 

Why spend tens of thousands of dollars for a franchise? APFA tuition is a very affordable $895, which includes all materials. Bring a friend and you'll save $100 on tuition.

 

You'll benefit from a curriculum designed to give you the skills and practice you need to succeed in both the technical and entrepreneurial skills.  And upon graduation, you'll receive a Certificate of Completion.

 

At the APFA, you'll learn professional framing techniques, including mat cutting, mounting procedures, conservation framing, cutting and joining frames and cutting and handling glass.  

 

You'll also learn the business of framing from "The Guerrilla Framer," the industry's most recognized profit expert. Topics include the secrets of  frame design and selection, retail selling, acquiring corporate accounts, pricing strategies, frame shop management and effective advertising methods.  

 

 Great locations

 

Southington, Connecticut, (4 classes per year) a beautiful suburb of Hartford and just a 2-hour drive from New York or Boston, you'll enjoy a special APFA Student Discount rate of $59/night at the Holiday Inn Express, located just 5 minutes away by car.  The Motel 6 is also available and located within walking distance.  Other nearby lodging options include the The Marriott Residence Inn and The Radisson Inn. Visit www.hotels.com to compare rates or www.expedia.com for travel and accommodations.

 

Las Vegas (4 classes per year) is one of the most popular, accessible and affordable destinations in America. Visit Hotels.com or Expedia.com for great deals on travel and lodging. Our school is just 15 minutes from the world famous Las Vegas Strip and 15 minutes from the airport. You'll find lodging in the area for as little as $29/night.

 

Orlando, (Kissimmee) Florida - minutes from all major attractions our students receive a discount rate of $49/night a the Ramada Inn Resort, Main Gate West, located near the entrance of Walt Disney World. (1-800-365-6935)Use booking code APFA4.

 

Washington/Baltimore Just 5 minutes from BWI Airport and 15 minutes from Baltimore's Inner Harbor area. Lodging  from $49/nt.

 

Los Angeles-  Our new downtown LA classes begin in the Summer 2005.

 

San Francisco - Coming Summer 2005. Located near SFO Airport and a short BART ride to Fisherman's Wharf and other popular attractions. Special lodging rates at the comfortable Radisson Hotel San Francisco Airport.

 

 

If you're planning to start a custom framing business, you won't want to start anywhere else but at the APFA. Mr. Cascio is widely regarded as one of the industry's leading business experts and top instructors.

 

Your APFA Diploma Speaks Volumes

 

Not only will you benefit from a curriculum designed to give you the skills and practice you need to succeed in both the technical and business areas of professional picture framing, but upon graduation, you'll receive the prestigious APFA diploma. What are you waiting for - call today and get started on the road to a fun and profitable career or business in professional picture framing. 

Class sizes are limited. Call to enroll 1-888-840-9605    Class Schedule

Thinking about getting started? Order our DVD, "How to Start Your Own Picture Framing Business"

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Here is just some of what you'll learn:

  Mat Cutting    How to Succeed in Picture Framing

Frame Joinery  Custom Frame Design  Glass Cutting

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