by Art Impressions | May 11, 2025 | Blog
Where Museum-Quality Craftsmanship Lives: Art Impressions of Colleyville, TX
In the heart of Colleyville, Texas, lies a hidden gem where timeless craftsmanship and artistry meet—Art Impressions, the custom framing studio led by master craftsman David Visi. For over 25 years, David has been creating museum-quality shadow boxes and custom frames that aren’t just designed to preserve—they’re built to be passed down for generations.
Using museum glass and only the highest-quality archival materials, every piece David touches is elevated to a new level of excellence. Whether it’s preserving a cherished family heirloom, framing a rare art piece, or crafting military shadow boxes that honor service and sacrifice, David’s work is marked by precision, integrity, and artistry.
Art Impressions is trusted by local legends—including the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, and Dallas Stars—and by businesses and collectors who demand the best. From sports memorabilia to corporate awards, David creates custom shadow box frames in any size, with the kind of detail and quality that simply can’t be found in mass-produced displays.
What truly sets Art Impressions apart is a commitment to creating frames worthy of the memories they protect. These aren’t just displays—they’re generational keepsakes, handcrafted with passion and made to last.
And whether you’re in Texas or across the country, Art Impressions accepts shipped items from anywhere in the continental U.S. If you care about your art, your memories, or your legacy, bring them to the place where true craftsmen still exist—Art Impressions in Colleyville.
Art Impressions in Colleyville, TX crafts museum-quality shadow boxes for Dallas Cowboys memorabilia, preserving jerseys, footballs, and autographs with precision and style. Trusted by collectors and fans alike, David Visi’s custom frames transform sports memories into timeless displays built to last for generations.
Art Impressions creates custom boxing shadow box frames that honor champions and preserve history. From gloves and trunks to belts and photos, each piece is framed with museum-quality materials. David Visi’s expert craftsmanship ensures your boxing memorabilia is showcased with pride, built to inspire for generations.
Art Impressions designs custom Lego shadow boxes, perfect for preserving unique creations and team-building memories. For a local business, Art Impressions reassembled and framed Lego panels from a corporate exercise, turning playful collaboration into lasting art. Each piece is expertly preserved with museum-quality detail and craftsmanship.
Art Impressions crafted a stunning 3-piece shadow box showcase for a treasured arrowhead collection, blending history and artistry. Each segment was custom-designed to highlight the unique shape and origin of the artifacts, using museum glass and archival materials to preserve and honor these ancient pieces with timeless elegance.
Art Impressions created a luxurious shadow box frame to showcase a prized Rolls-Royce emblem and memorabilia. Using museum-quality materials and precision craftsmanship, David Visi transformed these automotive treasures into a sophisticated display. Designed to reflect the timeless elegance of the brand, the frame is a true tribute to automotive excellence and heritage.
Art Impressions proudly designed a Marines shadow box honoring a full military career. Featuring medals, patches, rank insignia, and personal mementos, the display reflects a lifetime of dedication and sacrifice. Crafted with museum glass and archival materials, David Visi’s work ensures this Marine’s legacy is preserved with the respect and honor it truly deserves.
by Art Impressions | Sep 17, 2018 | Blog
Art Impressions Featured in June Issue of Community Impact Newspaper
Over 2,000 frame samples at Art Impressions allow shop owner David Visi to customize his clients’ precious family heirlooms, treasured memorabilia and artwork for years to come.
“The main thing with me, what people like, is that I do the work,” Visi said. “There are a lot of places—these chain stores—that may ship their stuff out … so what I offer here is key.”
The “work” that Visi described is the craft of custom framing, a process that demands equal parts precision and patience. Once Visi has mentored a client through choosing the best frame for his or her piece, he said he then measures and cuts the matte—the mounting material used to support or form a border around the piece—before constructing the frame itself, typically formed by cutting and mitering individual pieces of wood.
The prevalence of big-box stores such as Michael’s and Hobby Lobby has led to a dwindling number of businesses like Art Impressions, Visi said. He said custom framers use higher-quality materials when preserving a person’s treasured items, so custom frames are the sensible choice.
“I always say if you go [to big-box stores]you get what they’ve got; if you come here you get what you want,” he said.
In the early ’90s Visi moved from California to take over Art Impressions—then owned by his in-laws. With no prior experience in custom framing, Visi said he joined the Professional Picture Framers Association so that he could learn more about the craft. Originally located in Irving, Visi moved the shop to Colleyville in 2004.
Items brought to Visi for framing over the years have included military medals, a document signed by Abraham Lincoln and an original photo of Gen. George Armstrong Custer.
Today Visi runs the shop alongside Bobbie Florida, a retired custom-frame shop owner. Together they have 50 years of experience creating custom frames.
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by david | Aug 3, 2015 | Blog
Original artwork by Natalie O,Keefe done with graphite.
by Art Impressions | Jan 1, 2014 | Blog
Art Impressions will be at the 2014 Art & Frame Expo held in Las Vegas this year January 20-22. If you are in Las Vegas during these days we would be happy to meet with you either as a client or possible vendor.
by david | Dec 31, 2013 | Blog
We provide custom framing and matting, conservation glazing, shadow boxes, canvas stretching, float frames, custom sized bevel mirrors, photo frames, and more to the Great Dallas Fort Worth area. We have over 2000 custom frame choices to enhance any piece of artwork or picture, so your choices are virtually limitless. We use only the best materials and techniques when individually handcrafting your custom picture frame. All our work is done on premises, and we spend time with you to make sure the finished product is something you will treasure for a lifetime. When you use us, we will change the ordinary into the extraordinary. And most work is completed in one week or less.
We also offer original and limited edition artwork that can be purchased and framed to your taste and décor needs. Or, you may have some valuable possessions tucked away in the attic or stored in a closet…maybe some needlepoint, sports memorabilia, or other antiques? They can be proudly displayed in a shadow box or other wall décor so that the family heirloom could really be appreciated. If you have a wall that needs to be filled, we can help!
And if you’re in a time crunch, we have 24 hour service available and we can arrange for pick up and delivery if needed. We also serve corporate and business accounts.
We are proud of our selection, and customer satisfaction is our top priority. You won’t be disappointed that you stopped in. Come by and see us!!
