Our History
Since 1995, Frame Art & Design has specialized in custom picture framing. Over the years, we have expanded our services to include fine art printing and scanning, art installation, corporate art specification, and artist collaboration. Mother-daughter Marta Pequignot and Kate Sorgenfrei lead our team of highly skilled designers. With three Certified Picture Framers® (CPF®) on our team, our expertise is backed by the Professional Picture Framers Association. This certification reflects our knowledge and expertise in custom picture framing, ensuring you receive the highest-quality service. Our team is committed to continuing education, from workshops to conferences, to continuously refine our craft.
Our team is committed to bringing your vision and your art to life!
Kate brings an eye for design and a lifetime of framing experience. Growing up in her family’s frame studio, Kate began working at Frame Art & Design during high school, immersing herself in the craft from a young age. As a fourth-generation artist and designer, Kate is proud to carry on the legacy of the women in her family who have dedicated their lives to art and design. Kate earned her Associate of Science degree in Interior Design from Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW).
Kate is deeply passionate about her work at Frame Art & Design. She loves collaborating with clients to design and present their finished works of art. Whether it’s framing a family photo, selecting art and finishes for a corporate environment, or partnering with an artist to create an innovative presentation for an exhibit, Kate finds joy in the diversity of each project.
Marta, Certified Picture Framer®, brings over four decades of expertise to the art of custom framing. She attended the Fort Wayne Art Institute from 1975 to 1981 and earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Indiana University. Marta began picture framing while preparing her art for a senior retrospective exhibition at the Fort Wayne Art Institute.
Marta is the third generation of formally trained female artists in her family. Her upbringing profoundly influenced her in a home of art, design, and creativity. Her mother, an interior designer, instilled in her a strong sense of spatial planning and design–skills that have shaped Marta’s approach to framing. She believes that “everything well done is highly designed,” a philosophy that she applies to every frame, layout, and shadow box she creates.
Marta’s specialty lies in framing materials and layouts and designing intricate shadow boxes for those looking to preserve their most treasured artworks and objects. She is excellent at designing well-balanced arrangements. Whether you need to frame a cherished piece of art, photograph, or create a personalized display, Marta’s expertise ensures that each project is handled with care and precision.
Nina, a Certified Picture Framer®, is highly skilled and knowledgeable in all aspects of custom picture framing, from design to frame building, mounting, matting, and fitting. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from Saint Francis College, she brings artistry and an eye for detail to every aspect of her work.
Nina specializes in fabric mounting, transforming cross stitches, needlepoints, and clothing items with precision and care. She excels in tackling unique and unconventional pieces, developing innovative solutions for complex framing projects. With a passion for thinking outside the box, Nina ensures that every piece–regardless of how delicate or complex–is framed with care, creativity, and expert craftsmanship.
Abi is a Certified Picture Framer®. With a Bachelor of Science in Animation from Huntington University and a passion for illustration, Abi brings a passionate eye for color to Frame Art & Design. She helps customers make bold and beautiful framing decisions while meticulously assembling specialty pieces behind the scenes to ensure the best presentation.
With a strong sense of color and design, Abi excels at guiding customers toward fun and unique choices—especially for vibrant paintings, band posters, and distinctive prints. Her expertise in selecting the perfect mat and frame ensures that every piece shines.
Erin brings 18 years of experience in art reproduction, printing, and scanning to her work. She enjoys collaborating with artists to accurately reproduce their creations, ensuring high-quality results. Erin is especially skilled in color correction, ensuring each print reflects the original. She takes pride in her job and values the opportunity to contribute to the art community through her skills and commitment.
