Malcolm and Anne Carne opened Anchor Fine Arts in 2002. The gallery has a historic bent and stocks a complete collection of Lyttelton prints as well vintage Lyttelton postcards. There is even an early original wood engraving.

Seven local artists exhibit original works at Anchor Fine Arts and Anne sells her locally-made jewellery range, called Undercurrent, which she can also make to order.

Anchor Fine Arts publishes its own range of greeting cards and prints with images commissioned from local artists. With nautical antiques, ship models and a range of maritime-themed gifts, Anchor Fine Arts houses a truly unique collection of treasures.

After 20-odd years in sales and marketing, Malcolm followed his passion for hands-on work to become a picture framer. He is one of only a handful of people in Christchurch to have the English Guild Commended Framer qualification, which certifies that Malcolm is trained in handling valuable articles in a way that preserves them for the future. It’s a technique called conservation framing.

Malcolm can handle any type of picture and also makes mirrors and does box framing (framing of three dimensional objects).

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