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Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
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About us
Fine Art Restoration & Cleaning are her Specialties as well as Museum Custom Framing. Anabela was born and raised in Santiago, Chile where her grandfather and grandmother were nationally renowned artists. Her grandfather studied abroad on an art scholarship in Europe and her grandmother was active in the Berlin, Germany art culture, honing her skills after arriving in Chile. From the age 6 to 8, Anabela studied guitar for the first time in her hometown of Santiago, Chile. After developing her skill, she studied music theory and classical guitar for 5 years at Escuela Moderna De Musica Conservatory, one of the most well-known conservatories in Santiago. Anabela is a third-generation impressionist artist, having grown up surrounded by art. She had a unique opportunity to enjoy painting all her life, being able to take part in her grandparents' exhibitions. In 1979, Anabela immigrated to the United States to live in Northern Virginia. Anabela's creativity gave rise, originally, to abstract acrylics that she painted as a hobby. Her curiosity with other styles and mediums, as well as a love for the masters of impressionism, prompted Anabela to experiment with varying approaches and subjects in her art. Anabela is represented at Georgetown Art Gallery in D.C., She has studied with some of the area’s more prominent artists as well as attended conferences and workshops on painting through the Vienna and other art societies. Anabela is a highly capable framer. Her professional approach to framing has endeared her to local artists desiring a more "finished" appearance to their works. Art buyers have come to appreciate her skill and affordability in framing. Her skill in cleaning and restoring weathered oil paintings has become a valued commodity as well as her ability to create compositions in murals and window blinds.
Business highlights
Se habla espanol
26 years of experience
Services we offer
Acrylic, Art Commissions are Welcomed in Oil, Artist and Restorer specializes for the past 21 years in Fine Art Restoration & Cleaning. Photography Restoration, Custom Framing, Pastel and in Watercolor. Photography. Canvas Stretch Services. Original Art Paintings by Artist Anabela Ferguson. Printing on Giclee and Archival Paper is now available.
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
5.074 Reviews
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Irina B.
Aug 2021
Anabela restored and cleaned a beautiful painting for me. She kept me posted by text and email about each step of her restoration process. She recorded a video for my records of each step and provided the video to me after the restoration and cleaning were complete. She did an amazing job and gave the painting a new life. I cannot be happier! Highly recommend Anabela. Irina Babb
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review. It was a great experience working with your new collectables oil paintings."
P M.
Mar 2021
Everything went as scheduled.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you"
Sushan D.
Aug 2020
Anabela did a great job in deep cleaning, repairing, and framing my small oil painting. She worked quickly and kept me updated on progress, and it's clear she enjoys and takes pride in her work. Now the colors of my modest little painting just pop out, and it looks like a true work of art.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"It was my pleasure to work on this piece. It restored beautifully! Thank you."
Chris B.
Jul 2020
Anabela did a wonderful job, restoring our oil painting with a thorough cleaning and preservation services that brought a valuable and very old, lovely painting so we can hang it proudly in our living room. She completed the work ahead of schedule and was thoroughly professional in her contacts with us, keeping us advised of her progress with text messages and update pictures every day or so. We are considering using her services in the future with some other old family paintings.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you very much, it was such a transformation and enjoyed your piece and light and warm colors the artist conveyed to."
Greer H.
Jul 2020
Beautiful work. I keep going back to her. She does great work!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"It has been my pleasure working with you again. Let them keep coming!"
Carl S.
Jul 2020
Superb. Anabela removed darkened varnish and in-painted damaged paintings to restore them back to the fine works of art they used to be! Her recommended updated replacement frames really enhanced the beauty of the art. Thrilled with her professional talents and best of all—the results!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your kind words. It was my joy to work with your piece. Being able to find moulding to complement the work has to do with the client's knowledge of their preferred taste and style."
Greer H.
Jun 2020
The artist was knowledgeable, professional, caring and down to earth. She took her time to study my piece, explained what needed to happen, gave me the quote and was patient while I decided. I highly recommend her to anyone interested in restoration, art class or cleaning of an old painting. I cannot wait to use her again.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your comments and review. I am happy you were satisfied with the results. Hope to see you soon."
Eileen M.
Jun 2020
Very professional, responsive and excellent work! Thank you!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you it was a pleasure working with you once again. Hope to see you very soon!"
Steve S.
May 2020
VERY SMOOTHLY! Very impressed by Anabela's professionalism explaining how she was going to proceed to finish the project. She listened attentively to what I wanted and allowed me much input. Example, she made several suggestions replacing the color on the old mat around the photo. I wanted to change the old color and replace with a new color blue that I liked. Anabela worked with me on the type of blue and in the end it matched perfectly with everything else. Here is some work Anabela did to restore my old photo, glass and frame: 1) Removed and replaced old hinges, wire and several rusted nails holding the photo in place. 2) Sanded the back and edges on the frame. 3) Removed mold and imperfections on the frame without changing the authenticity. 4) Gold on the frame was revived and added gold buff. 5) Replaced old glass with new anti-glare glass. 6) Removed and preserved my mother's handwritten note written to me without damaging the note (glued to frame) and without damaging frame. 7) Kept me apprised every step of the way with frequent updates up until time of pick-up. 8) Gave thorough instructions how to help preserve glass, frame and photo. Great job Anabela, grand dad and grand mom would have been proud! LOL. My legacy will love it! The finished product was beautiful..., highly recommend!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"I am truly thankful for all the attention you showed and the interaction in communicating your wishes to me. That was the main focus of my work with your family's heirloom. I am truly blessed and hope I can help you with other restoration and framing needs."
Laura A.
Mar 2020
Great very pleased with the painting
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"It was a pleasure creating this piece for you, and hope you will enjoy it for many years to come!"
Tim M.
Sep 2019
She did a fantastic job! The painting is over 100 years old. The repair and cleaning was a gift for my 98 year old mother. Her grandmother had done the painting. Mother was so pleased that she started to cry. We rearranged the entire room to highlight the painting. Anabela was faster than promised and did even better than we expected. I would recommend her to everyone
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"What can I say,,, it was and is an honor to be part of such heirloom gift. Thank you"
FRITZ L.
Aug 2019
Wonderful! Anabela is so talented. A couple of months ago my mother’s house suffered a fresh water pipe leak that required demolition of the lower level. Because of this, I took an old painting of me that she had commissioned back in the 70’s to my house for safe keeping. I had always hated that damned painting because of that awful large lapel 70’s shirt she had me dressed in. So embarrassing. Well, while it was at my house, it fell over onto another painting (frame) which made a huge gash across my forehead in the canvas. It was at this moment looking at my scalped self through tears welling up in my eyes, that I realized I really did love that painting. I did some research into the repair and conservation of fine artworks, and after finding Brush Strokes Fine Art, I reached out to Anabela at in an email via her website. To my pleasant surprise she replied back to me the same day. After a short chat about the painting we arranged to meet at my work where I could show her the painting. I quickly realized she was the person to rescue my hated/loved painting. I wrote her a check, and off she went with my painting carefully grasped in her white gloves hands. It was like something you might see at the Smithsonian. She sent me regular updates, and photos throughout the process, explains to me what she was doing, and why. And when I went to her studio to pick up my painting she even provided me the repair and restoration documented on CD. Very very professional.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"I AM TRULY HUMBLED"
Clifford H.
Aug 2019
Anabela brought our oil painting back to life. Her meticulous cleaning of the painting revealed vibrant colors that had not been seen in many years. Anabela identified areas of paint loss and did a masterful job of in-painting to restore the painting to its former glory. Everything was done to perfection. And Anabela kept us informed every step of the way. Anabela’s skills are exceptional. She is a consummate professional. We would recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding and affordable restoration services.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you, it was a great challenge and outcome once the painting was restored."
Carl S.
Jul 2019
Superb! I've been using Anabela at Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC for years doing restorations, framing and original commissions. Her artistic talents are phenomenal. Yesterday, she completed a complex piece for me that required extensive detail in an original oil on canvas painting. She completed it quickly and recommended (and I took her recommendation) framing to complement the art. I couldn't be happier! She's affordable, honest, and professional. But most of all, she has the experience to accomplish exactly what you are hoping for...
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review. It was a big challenge and again new works help me to understand the unusual patterns that have to be followed. Great experience doing this piece for you. Thank you"
Angel S.
Jun 2019
Awesome! Anabela did an absolutely fantastic job! I am so happy that I hired her to do this work! In fact, I am so pleased that I will be commissioning her to do at least three other very important family portraits!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review and your comments. It was the true pleasure to restore this unique heirloom."
Bentley R.
Jun 2019
The work exceeded our expectations and Ana was generous with related advice for shipping and maintaining our restored artwork. The work was delivered in a timely fashion. Ana maintained contact with us during the entire process and we were able to view the process and progress on her YouTube link. Ana was an overall pleasure to work with.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review. It was a true pleasure Working on These 2 beautiful pieces. Thank you for the opportunity and hope to see you in the near future."
Ray S.
Mar 2019
Anabela did a superb job. This was the second piece she did for us and was most professional. The painting had some dirt and mold which she cleaned. She added a magnificent frame which really accents the painting well. We would highly recommend her services and intend to have her do future work for us.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your comments, it was a pleasure."
Chris L.
Feb 2019
I have an over 100 year old charcoal piece from my great-grandmother. It has been stored for many years because I knew I needed to have it restored and re-framed by a professional but since I know nothing about the art industry i just keep putting it off. Finally one day when searching the topic I came across Anabela's website and I can tell you it was a miracle. After contacting Anabela I knew she was the one to help me and got my piece to her right away. She quoted me a price that i thought was very reasonable and i gladly approved her recommendations to restore/re-frame the piece. During the ten days she had the piece she sent photos and updates of the progress, she even found a few things like mold on the back which required mitigation yet never asked for more money even though it meant a significant increase in labor. She said it would not do the piece justice to re-frame it without first doing the proper steps to care for it so it would last hundreds of years to come. All I can say is when I went to pick up the piece with my family we where almost brought to tears because the piece was just so beautifully done by Anabela. Anabela is the best and will treat your art needs as if they were her's. My family is truly indebted to her for the work she has done for us and the care she provided not only the art piece but me as an owner. She also spent the time to educate us on how to properly care for the art and all I can say is A is not a high enough rating for Anabela and her work. Basically she restored, cleaned treated for mold, repaired mold damage spots, matted, and framed the piece and It's beautiful. I highly recommend if you have art work of any kind and need it cared for you should call Anabela, I can also say we will continue to take our art / framing needs to her for life.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you so much for your words, It was truly a special piece to work on. I knew I could work on the type of paper and restore it in a timely manner. It was a joy to work on this charcoal piece, the best is being able to restore and frame to preserve its life and authenticity. I'm Sure you will joy it For many years to come."
Rick S.
Feb 2019
Great job? Thank you
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you. Hope to serve you in the near future for your custom framing needs."
Glenda P.
Dec 2018
Wonderfully. Work was completed as promised, on time and beautifully. I had purchased a beautiful German landscape scene while stationed in Germany. It desperately needed cleaning and restoration. I am so enjoying this beautiful painting now.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review. I hope you will enjoy your piece for many years to come. Anabela"
Cathy Z.
Nov 2018
I was extremely happy with the service. She wrapped my paintings up for me so I could transport them home on the Metro. I am now enjoying the paintings in my home! I highly recommend Anabela's talents!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review, and it was a pleasure meeting you and talking with you about art. Thank you for adding the two oils paintings to your special collection."
Larry P.
Sep 2018
Anabela immediately impresses with her lively, engaging, and thoughtful personality. Her speech flows with artistic insights that invite you to explore more. Her work captivates and she explains the entire process fully. Your hopes rise. She then meets your hopes entirely and cheerfully. Would recommend her to anyone when I don't have another task for her. Larry Pardue
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you so very much for showing and sharing the images of the before and after. Truly the magic of old paintings do come alive with a little care. Thank you again and please if I can assist you in the near future let me know."
Robert S.
Jun 2018
This is a long overview shout-out to Anabela Ferguson for her loving restoration and framing of an acrylic and oil painting I received as a gift overseas. She not only painstakingly cleaned and repaired the piece, but carefully stretched it into its new frame, which she selected for us based on a thorough understanding of our preferences. The painting is the centerpiece of my redecorated office and she even helped us select the office wall paint and trim enamels to accentuate the features of the art. I am delighted with the results of her impressive talents and obvious love for her work, which sparkles every day I come into my office.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure working in this project to give your special room in your office a Special Touch of beauty."
Jessica M.
May 2018
My religious icon had been through a few apartment moves and the borders were damaged. Anabela touched up the borders with a perfectly-matching paint color and framed it to protect from further damage. This was the first time I had art repaired, and Anabela was very patient with my questions and guided me on the process and different repair/framing options. She has an amazing eye and the piece turned out WAY better than I imagined! Thank you, Anabela!
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your review and comments. It was a great a experience working with you, and happy to have it done they way you wanted and now you can enjoy it for so many years."
Mary B.
May 2018
Initially, we turned to Anabela for her expertise in repairing an heirloom family painting. She was immediately responsive to our panic and reassured us that she would be able to restore it fully. She took time to explain every step to us. Since art restoration is a lengthy proces, she kept us up to date with photos of her progress. In this experience, we learned of her expertise as an artist and framer. We have multiple oil paintings painted by my father that we had her clean, varnish, and reframe. The work is superior and very economical. In one case, we did not care for the frame and she graciously replaced it for us. We still have more work for her to do once we finish some renovation work at the house. We plan for her to varnish all our oils, restretch some canvasses, and reframe many. It has been an utter delight to work so closely with Anabela and look forward to continuing to recommend her to others.
Response from Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC
"Thank you for your comments and review. I appreciate the experience and time I shared with you and your family through the process of restoring an framing your special works in oil."
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Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.
Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Brush Strokes Fine Art LLC offers free project estimates.
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