Roger Nielsen studied fine art painting at The School of The Art Institute of Chicago in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. Known for his expertise in creative frame design, production and restoration of picture frames, his clients included major museums, historical societies, art dealers and collectors throughout the country.

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In 2015 Roger moved to his “Valhalla Studios” in the north woods of Wisconsin where he continues to pursue his passion for making art. While a versatile artist, he prefers to produce figurative, portraiture and landscape works in oil.