The complete photo guide to framing & displaying artwork: 500 full-color how-to photos

194 Pages·2009·53.84 MB·English

by  Kistler

The ULTIMATE reference
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C O N T E N T S
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Introduction to Do-It-Yourself Framing 6
Picture Frames 14
Mats and Matboards 22
Glazing: Glass and Acrylic 34
The Tools of the Trade 42
Color and Design 54
Doing the Math in Picture Framing 68
Cutting Mats 76
Mat Decoration 88
Building Picture Frames 100
Fitting: Finishing the Framing 110
Framing Art on Paper 128
Framing Art on Canvas 142
Framing Needlework and Fabric 150
Shadow Boxes: Framing Objects 162
The Art of Displaying Framed Art and Objects 172
Index 189
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The Purpose of
Picture Framing
Picture framing is a time-honored profession, as well as a
popular hobby. Decorating the walls with framed pictures
is such an essential part of home décor that rooms usu-
ally look bare and “unlived in” without some kind of art
hanging in them.
The inspiration for the fi rst frames around pictures (decora-
tive borders painted around wall paintings) was the same
as our purpose today: to isolate and enhance images
for enjoyable viewing. When art began to be created on
portable materials, such as wood panels, canvas, and
eventually paper, frames became portable, independent
units as well. Over time, various framing practices became
established, and picture framing developed into a profes-
sion, with specialized tools and materials.
Framed art gives a fi nished
look to room décor. Because
framed art can be used in
every room, on stairways,
and in hallways, a home can
use many kinds of framing.
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DIY Framing
Years ago, creating professional- professional picture framers about Is DIY framing an economical way
looking picture framing at home was the “right way” or “best way” to do o frame pictures? It certainly can
a complicated endeavor requiring things. This book takes a practical be. Like any hobby, picture fram-
a carpentry workshop, and good approach that explains the current ing may be done with the simplest
materials were not easy to fi nd. Local points of view, letting the individual materials and tools, or with the
craft and hobby stores had little to offer framer make an informed choice. most elaborate. Usually it is best to
the home framer—just a small selection start with simple versions to give
of premade mats and ordinary frames. No prior experience is needed to the craft a try before committing to
Today, the situation is quite different: learn picture framing. The workspace greater expense—although some
With the wide variety of tools and needed is not large, and the neces- people prefer to invest in good
materials available at local stores and sary equipment ranges from a few equipment right from the start,
on the Internet, the do-it-yourself framer hand tools to a complete workshop, convinced this is the path to a
can complete fashionable, high-quality depending on the interest of the better fi nished product with less
picture framing in a fairly small work framer. Some basic skills are required, frustration. Which approach is
area without a lot of fancy equipment. such as dexterity and a steady hand, best depends on personal work
but a willingness to learn and practice style, budget, and the amount of
People are attracted to framing for a is probably the most important ability. framing anticipated.
variety of reasons. Some are artists,
needleworkers, or photographers
who want to frame their own work.
Some are woodworkers interested
in exploring a new craft. Many are
simply creative people who own
artwork that needs to be framed, and
are looking for a hands-on way to get
the look they really want.
This book is a guide to the entire
framing process, from designing
the job to hanging the fi nished
piece on the wall. It is not possible
to address every framing topic in
a single book, because framing is
a complex profession, but every
attempt has been made to provide
the DIY framer with all of the informa-
tion needed to frame a wide range
of art. Methods that use premade
materials and “framing from scratch”
are both explored. As in any profession
Many photographers like to learn DIY picture framing so they can frame their own work.
that involves methods and techniques,
there are disagreements among
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Parts of a
Frame Job
Th e frame is the outer border and an important
decorative element; it also holds the framing
package together. Glazing is a sheet of glass
or plastic installed in the face of the frame
to protect the artwork. A mat surrounds and
supports the artwork, and it is an important
decorative element; it also keeps the artwork
from touching the glazing.
Frame
Glazing
Mat
Art Th e backing board stabilizes the art and
Backboard supports the art and mats. Th e fi ller board
Filler board fi lls excess space in the frame and provides
additional support.
Dust cover
Th e dust cover protects the contents of the frame
and makes an attractive fi nish. Th e hanging
hardware provides a means for hanging the art
on the wall. Bumper pads help keep the frame
in place on the wall and protect the wall from
scratches made by the frame.
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