"I just wanted to let you know how much my Mother loved the picture of the Margaret Dunn Library. She was thrilled to tears. It was a treasured moment to see her open her gift and be surprised with the beautiful picture of her library. She was stunned and so very pleased. Thank you for making our Christmas so special!! It is a beautiful picture, masterfully completed!"
Kathryn Lockyer, Brampton, ON
"On behalf of the Toronto Star Advertising Division I want to thank you for putting together a great selection of gifts and gift baskets that our clients appreciated. Your attention to detail and seeking quality items makes a difference. I look forward to continuing the relationship with Original Art & Gifts."
Leona Taylor
Advertising Service Manager
Toronto Star
"We would like to send our sincere thanks and appreciation for the wonderful baskets you have put together on our behalf. Your ability to convey our sentiments is remarkable. Whether our message is one of condolences or congratulations or thanks the recipients always express their most sincere appreciation.
The gift basket that you created for our special friend who was injured in a farming accident was received with excitement and joy. The nurses in the hospital were asking him how he was so important to get such a special basket.
We look forward to continuing our relationship with Original Art & Gifts and recommend your services to any company or individual that wants to deliver a very special message with quality and taste."
Lynn & Bill Courian
CruiseShipCenters
Eastern Canada Corporate Support Center
" Wow!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you, its beautiful and thank you so much for sending the photo. I told your husband I didn't know if you could really see the painting over the computer, but its amazing. You really got it. I can't wait to see it on Thursday. I can't thank you enough for having it ready for my husband's birthday."
Bernadette, Caledon, ON
"Hi Janice….I just received the painting this morning. I am thrilled with it and I am on my way out to the framer in a few minutes! It brings back many good memories. I love it! Thanks again."
Fran Berrigan, Kingston, ON
“This is such a wonderful gift – an heirloom we will always treasure. I admire your talent! Thank you."
Lynda Blayney, Kitchener, ON
“A big success; tears and everything. Thank you for the great work. How about another painting? Thanks again.”
Jim Lockyer, Brampton, ON
“Everyone was delighted with the painting and I get credit for coming up with such a great ‘going away’ gift. Thanks so much.”
Jon Harding, Harding & Associates
“Your attention to detail is incredible. The whole family admired your work and we can’t thank you enough.”
Emmanuel Sincennes, Terra Cotta, ON
“In our hustle and bustle lifestyle, it is refreshing to know that there are still at least two people out there who truly understand and exemplify customer service. Those people are Derek and Janice Read of Original Art & Gifts. On the several occasions I have used their services, I find their friendliness, their professionalism and their creativity second to none.”
Jeff Boxer, Merit Vacations
“I commend you on your friendly, caring and professional service. My friend loved her gift, which was of utmost importance to me. Thank you.”
Tina Logan, Angus, ON
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