A dying craft with a future

What sets Oker apart is its dedication to craft. From modern photographic works to antique prints, from children's drawings to heirlooms, each work gets a frame that fits the story. "We are the only ones in Flushing who still do this," says Jacques. Small painting restorations are also among the possibilities - a rare service at a time when speed often seems more important than care.

"Framing is not cheap, but it is valuable," he explains. "It requires a sense of detail, experience and the right materials. We work only with top brands and always think along with the customer."

Anchored in the Scheldt Street

Ochre is more than a store; it is a fixture on a street that has moved with the times. "You used to have mostly bakers, butchers and greengrocers here. Now it's a street full of diversity and character," Jacques said. That vibrancy is appreciated.

Keep going while you can

Although their sons have since built their own lives elsewhere in the country, one as a game designer, the other as an economist, Jacques and Marlyne have no intention of saying goodbye to the store anytime soon. "As long as we can keep running, we'll keep going," Jacques says with a smile. "We still get a lot of satisfaction from our work and from the contact with the customers."

Ochre: where art meets people

Whether you're a professional artist or someone looking to frame a treasured memory, at Oker you'll find personal attention, quality and a warm welcome. It's a place where stories are framed - literally and figuratively - and where craft is still honored.