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Choice Framing - Marsha's Passion!
Here's another local business that I want to tell you all about because of that passion for your work I so love!
If you're not sure if you're passionate about YOUR job, ask Marsha Braaten about Choice Framing and see what happens to her eyes and face! She lights up with delight and excitement. In business in Elk Grove CA for 3 years now, she and her partner Sam Falk are so enjoying their exits from the high tech/corporate world with the venture.
Marsha and Sam have been together for 25 years, finding out early in their relationship that they both love to collect art - originals, prints and sculpture among the favorites. Sam took an assessment test some time ago and the results suggested his life should be in the arts - specifically art framing. So, he began his plans for the shop, bringing along his other life's love - Marsha - to help him manage the business. Together they bring to Elk Grove CA an alternative to the discount houses, giving our town superior customer service AND competitive prices.
Sam is the meticulous, detail guy at Choice Framing. He measures to the 32nd of an inch when measuring the frames and mats to make sure the final piece is the best it can be - perfect beyond words. Marsha is the design gal. She loves to get her clients excited about her ideas using fabrics, colors and different framing options. She will work with clients that come in with specific ideas and know exactly what they want, as well as those that come in with absolutely no idea of what to do. All levels of clients continue to be "blown away" by her final piece of art. And, they are competitive. She challenges you to get a quote from the other locals and then come in to see her. I know I can't wait to bring my next project to her!
And the "fun facts" about Ms Marsha:
Marsha collects roses - she has 20 varieties in her backyard and would love to add more but is now out of space. Gardening in another passion of hers and includes tending orchids and tomatoes.
Marsha believes she is shy - yeah, I was surprised by that. I don't see it at all - very outgoing, friendly and open. Sam thinks he is too. But, this is old history now and I suspect this is due to the confidence they have in their business and the wonderful associations and friendships they have developed as being an integral part of the Elk Grove CA community. As members of the Elk Grove Chamber and ambassadors as well, they have developed a presence that is here to stay!
If you're not sure if you're passionate about YOUR job, ask Marsha Braaten about Choice Framing and see what happens to her eyes and face! She lights up with delight and excitement. In business in Elk Grove CA for 3 years now, she and her partner Sam Falk are so enjoying their exits from the high tech/corporate world with the venture.
Marsha and Sam have been together for 25 years, finding out early in their relationship that they both love to collect art - originals, prints and sculpture among the favorites. Sam took an assessment test some time ago and the results suggested his life should be in the arts - specifically art framing. So, he began his plans for the shop, bringing along his other life's love - Marsha - to help him manage the business. Together they bring to Elk Grove CA an alternative to the discount houses, giving our town superior customer service AND competitive prices.
Sam is the meticulous, detail guy at Choice Framing. He measures to the 32nd of an inch when measuring the frames and mats to make sure the final piece is the best it can be - perfect beyond words. Marsha is the design gal. She loves to get her clients excited about her ideas using fabrics, colors and different framing options. She will work with clients that come in with specific ideas and know exactly what they want, as well as those that come in with absolutely no idea of what to do. All levels of clients continue to be "blown away" by her final piece of art. And, they are competitive. She challenges you to get a quote from the other locals and then come in to see her. I know I can't wait to bring my next project to her!
And the "fun facts" about Ms Marsha:
Marsha collects roses - she has 20 varieties in her backyard and would love to add more but is now out of space. Gardening in another passion of hers and includes tending orchids and tomatoes.
Marsha believes she is shy - yeah, I was surprised by that. I don't see it at all - very outgoing, friendly and open. Sam thinks he is too. But, this is old history now and I suspect this is due to the confidence they have in their business and the wonderful associations and friendships they have developed as being an integral part of the Elk Grove CA community. As members of the Elk Grove Chamber and ambassadors as well, they have developed a presence that is here to stay!
