WELCOME TO
FLUTTERBY COTTAGE
PHOTOGRAPHY
+ PICTURE
FRAMING STUDIO
— Penny McCaul (owner/operator)
What started out as a hobby, has become my passion and I am delighted to share it with you…
My workshop is located in an old telephone exchange building in Irwell Village, Leeston. From the front door you can see every step we take to create a unique solution for your works of art and special memories.
Like a doctor, my driving goal is first do no harm and every step of the framing process is designed to protect and enhance the item being framed. I use specialist equipment, high quality materials and have a wide range of locally made and imported framing for you to choose from.
Flutterby Cottage offers a wide range of general framing methods for new art, and your favourite pieces that might simply need a refresh.
Our Why
Flutterby Cottage is about creating, and curating, memories.
I love to get out and explore the world around me and these explorations are the basis for my photography, art that is framed to hang on the wall.
But it is not just about my memories - yours are important too! As a picture framer I am passionate about preserving your special moments so that you and your family can enjoy them for many years to come.
I hope you enjoy browsing my website and invite you to get in contact with me if I can help you in any way.
Our Services
Glass/hanger replacement (frames can be difficult to repair but I am happy to consult if you have a problem)
Photographic display matting
Bespoke display solutions for unusual Objet d'art or personal mementoes
Fine art photography for sale, printed and framed to suit
Photography commissions by arrangement
Framing and mounting of art and photos
Lacing and framing of needlework
Bespoke solutions for objet d’art or personal momentoes
Sports jerseys and paraphanalia
Canvas stretching and tray/float frames
Photography
I am a landscape photographer, mostly. Sometimes I photograph other things - birds and animals, fungi or stars, but what draws me to click the shutter is generally a larger view of the world and the feelings that view evokes within me.
Sometimes I faithfully record that view in sharp focus, sometimes I use a range of techniques to amplify or adjust areas to create a more artistic image in a style of photography known as Pictorialism. I do edit my images but I don’t use AI to generate any part of my photography.
I am lucky that my love of travel allows and encourages extensive photographic exploration so my portfolio includes images from my home area of Canterbury, special parts of New Zealand, and a few random spots around the world.
My images are available to purchase as archival quality prints in a range of sizes (either framed or unframed) and occasionally as mixed media art works.
I hope you enjoy browsing the gallery and reach out if something catches your eye.
What are you waiting for?
Make an appointment today.
I know that the choices you make about your treasured art work will be around for a long time. I enjoy collaborating to ensure that the decision making process is as easy as possible and I encourage you to take as long as you need to make a decision that you are truly happy with. For this reason Flutterby Cottage Studio is open by appointment, with flexible hours to suit.