Image of framing for photographers - part 1

Imagine being able to frame all your own photographs just as well as a professional. You can save enough money to easily pay for all the necessary tools, and the convenience of being able to do it yourself frees you from having to get someone else do it. If you're an amateur a mount cutter, a frame clamp and a hand-operated frame joining tool is all the equipment you need to make professional looking frames. These days the tools are easy and safe to operate, inexpensive, and give you a good result. Picture framing can be divided into four areas. Cutting the bevel mount, cutting and joining the frame, mounting the photograph, and fitting and finishing the job. The tools required to perform each one of these functions are as follows.

1 Mount Cutting: A hand-operated bevel mount cutter is essential for all photographic work. The most important feature of modern mount cutters is to have one that runs on its own ruler or straight edge.

2 Frame cutting and Joining: The professional framer uses a guillotine to cut wooden frames, and an automatic v-nail joiner. But the cost is prohibitive for the small volumes of frames required by our industry. However, there are tools that give you a professional result at a fraction of the cost.

3 Mounting Artwork: Dry mounting and laminating presses machines are not the only way to safely and effectively mount down all your artwork ready for framing. We will look at vacuum press mounting, hinging methods and other less expensive options.

4 Fitting and Finishing: There are a number of hand-operated tools on the market to make this quick and easy job. These can be used safely by any person to give a professional finish to all framing jobs.

Our series of articles over the next four issues will examine each one of these processes.

Mount Cutting And Decoration

Mount cutting is the creative face to picture framing. What distinguishes one framed photograph from another is the creative use of mounts. There is a wide choice of mount board brands and colours, possibly too many! Supplies are easy to come by, and the cost of the boards is not prohibitive. The best thing about cutting your own mounts is that once you cut it you get to keep the fallout from the middle, which can then become a mount for a smaller photograph. This saves money and helps qualify the investment in the mount cutting machine.

Most hand-operated mount cutters available in art shops come with the cutting head only and not with a guide rule. For successful bevel cutting and good clean corners a guide rule that the cutting head runs it is essential for good results. The FrameCo systems are ideal for the DIY framer or small workshop.

Mount cutters also come attached to a base board or just with the straight edge rule. The baseboard makes the system steadier, easier to use and more reproducible, however to cut a few mounts per year for you're own photographic works, the head/ruler systems are quite sufficient.

Another consideration is the sizing or cutting down of fullsize sheets. The broad professional mount cutters are wide enough to take the full size sheet. But a sharp Stanley knife and straight edge can be used to cut down full-size sheets into the blank sizes ready for bevel cutting. A straight 90 cutter is available from FrameCo, which will also attach to the rule. This can be used for cutting the mount board to size, and is safe and easy to use. The advantage of this optional cutting head is that it can also be used for cutting foam-core board up to MMS thick. It uses the same blade as the bevel cutter.

Cutting a Single Bevel Mount

The technical for cutting bevel mounts is quick and easy. After cutting the mount board down to the right size to fit the frame, rule lines on the back of the mount board to the border size that you require. The bevel cutter head then attachment to the rule, so it's steady when cutting. Another feature of the head is that it has a start/stop indicator line. Following the ruled lines on the back of the mount makes it easy to get good straight bevels, but to get clean crisp corners you need to know where to start and stop the cut. The indicator mark guarantees no. overcuts on the corners, giving you a professional cut mount every time.

Cutting has Double-Bevel Mount

Rule lines on the back of the mount. Start and stop line guarantees perfect corners.

Cutting has Double Bevel Mount

Double mounts enhance most pictures. A narrow show of colour can pick out the dark spots in the subject, which will increase the contrast between light and dark, and thus sharpen the image. So a double mount is not only decorative, but also functional. The "secret" to cutting a double mount, so that the edges of the inner mount are exactly parallel to the edges of the outer mount, is NOT to cut two separate mounts and then stick them together. The best way is to cut the top mount first, then stick the two together with double-sided tape (ie: the top and the bottom mounts, then cut the bottom mount). The reason for doing it this way is that you use the same edge as a reference point to measure from. The mount will then be in line with one another and will look OK.

It can sound confusing, but it's not once you get the hang of it! The most important aspect of mount cutting is that with the right tools you can get a professional result relatively easily.

Once you've mastered cutting single and double mounts you can also add decorative finishes to the mounts, which will enhance the image and add value to all your mount work.

The Decorative V-Groove

One of the most important technical in decorative mount cutting is the "V" groove. This is a small v-shaped cut set into the front surface of the mount. The v-groove adds a stylish look to all your framing. It is that creative touch that gives any picture a professional finish.

The professional framing industry uses existing broad mount cutters to cut v-grooves. It is a twostage process because it involves cutting two separate bevel cuts to make the "V" cut. This is difficult to do and there are no guarantees for a perfect accurate v-groove. FrameCo has introduced the GrooveMaster. This is a hand-held v-groover, which cuts the "v" directly into the top surface of the mount. The GrooveMaster also attachment to the rule that you use for bevel mount cutting, which means it is accurate and easy to use.

Now v-grooving is within reach of any DIY picture framer. And the technique is easy to master. You can purchase pre - cut mounts and decorate them with a v-groove, adding value to the mount, and making it much more versatile.

Doing your own framing is ideal for the amateur, portrait or weekend photographer. You can save on framing costs to more than offset the investment in tools and accessories. You control the mounting and matting stage, and there is a great satisfaction in doing it yourself. However if you have a retail outlet handy then I wouldn't can't suggest you try and compete with the mass market of ready made frames. These frames are cheap and well made. But there is a significant market for the one off odd-size frame that is not available in the ready running. Either cut an odd size mount to fit a standard frame or make up the frame to follows. With your own framing, however, you can produce your own work and save money doing it over the longer term.

An experienced picture framer, Gary Leete is the owner of Melbourne-based FrameCo, a company that specializes in DIY frame construction kits. For further details ph: (03) 9872 3600 or visit the website: http://www.clubframeco.com

Framing Fine Art photographs - advice on the choice of frames appropriate

There are different ways to approach the other art and photography gallery of frame and matte how. For the purists of the art, the image will be usually dictate how it is formulated. When the priority is decorative, consider the room where art framed will be suspended and then mat and frame art to complete the decor.

When your artwork of framing, decide if you want a contemporary or traditional moulding. With art photography, you can never go wrong with a classic black frame, frames Gallery of high quality, and especially made of solid wood.

He y several other beautiful frames to choose, it is bringing the image in a frame shop and playing with casting corner samples. Maple and black oak frames, natural or white and high-end aluminum frames should be looking for photographs. Even decorated with gold leaf and the frame period sheet money tend to be used with other types of art can work beautifully with photographs. Only, make sure that the framework and photography complete.

When we look frames and mouldings, experiment with the depths and frames different widths. Small superb photos with big thick frames while the large photographs may appear often better with thinner, more simple images.

And always remember as much attention to pick the appropriate carpet. Matting and framing work together.

In addition to frame shops, markets in the bullets and the auction houses are good sources for the one-of-a-kind frameworks. You can match topic with framework - a photograph of a country barn, for example, could look like Belle in a rustic, old peeling framework. Yet again, just take care that the picture does not control the image and that they work together as a unit.

Andrea Sperling is the founder of the online photo gallery fine art for the home called Will it Look Good on the couch. To see the site, visit = >http://WillItLookGoodOverTheSofa.com

Making Picture Frames With DIY Framing Tools

Imagine being able to frame your own photographs, prints, tapestries, and artwork as well as a professional. Picture framing is actually quite fun and easy to DIY. There are 5 easy steps to framing.

Step 1 - How to Cut Mats

Adding a colour border (the mat) around your artwork enhances the picture and provides a restful area between the image and the picture frame. The colour and size of the mat board must be decided first, as this will determine the overall dimensions of your picture frame. You start by calculating the external size of the mat.

To cut the mat use a good quality bevel mat cutter and ruler. There are several cutting systems to suit various budgets and skill levels, including the Mat Master Model 660 for the hobbyists, to the Mat Master 860B or 1060B for the keen home picture framer.

Mark the borders to be cut on the back of the mat board.

Make sure the mat will cover the edges of the artwork, by subtracting approx. 3mm or 1/8" from the image size (length & width). Cut the mat following the instructions for your mat cutter. Attach the picture to the mat using 2 small pieces of acid free tape on the top edge only.

Step 2 - How to Cut the Picture Frame

How much picture frame moulding material will I need? Carefully measure the picture and mat you wish to frame. Add an extra (3mm) for "play" to ensure the picture fits easily into the finished picture frame.

Add the length (L) and width (W) together, then multiply the total by 2 to give you the overall length. You also have to allow for the mitre cuts, so multiply the width (W2) of the moulding by 10 and add this to your total.

(L + W) x 2 + (W2 x 10) = TOTAL

Making the 45 degree mitre cut in your framing material is most important - your joining will only be as good as your cutting. Always use a good quality manual Mitre Saw... we recommend the Proman hand saw which is made in Sweden as the best on the market. Electric powered Drop Saws are not ideal for cutting small delicate picture frames.

Good Measure System helps to make measuring easy and eliminates many mistakes. Once you have cut the first mitre, slide the picture frame material along to the required length on the measuring scale, and set the stop. You are now ready to cut the first 2 pieces of your picture frame. Change the settings to cut the other 2 sides of the frame.

Cutting one side for a frame is easy.

Cutting the second side to be be the same as the first, is the hard part. With the FrameCo Ezy-Measure System you can cut accurately everytime.

Step 3 - How to Clamp Frames

How do you Clamp the Frame? Clamping the frame tightly is essential for good joining. You can use the a Cord Clamp, or the Steel Strap Clamp to secure the picture frame ready for joining.

The advantage of the Strap Clamp is that you can see all the four corners of the picture frame clamped together before joining. So alignment of the corners is easy.

All corners should match up evenly. Apply a little wood glue to all corners of the frame for added strength. Carefully tension the clamp making sure that the corners are aligned then secure the clamp tightly.

You are now ready for joining.

Step 4 - How to Join Frames

Most picture frames are joined with a V-Nail. This is the easiest method and it is what the professional picture framer uses. The FrameCo PushMaster joining tool, inserts V-Nails into the corner of the frame. Two V-Nails in each corner is usually all that is necessary.

The PushMaster can be used by hand alone on most picture frames, or you can tap the PushMaster with a mallet if the frame is hardwood. The PushMaster can be upgraded to the BenchMaster® which will insert V-Nails into the harderst of timbers.

V-nails: How do they work?

Upon entry, the sides of the V-Nail are deflected outwards. As it pulls back into its original shape, the join is pulled together. The little curl on the edge of the V-Nail locks the nail into the grain of the timber. Glue alone is not sufficient for strong stable joints, by adding a V-Nail you achieve a strong, tight joint. Which V-Nail size . . . You use a V-Nail about 1/2 the frame height.

Sizes are: 7mm - 1/4", 10mm - 3/8", 12mm - 1/2", 15mm - 5/8"

Step 5 - How to Finish Frames

Take the empty picture frame to a glass merchant and have them cut a piece of glass for you. If you wish to cut glass yourself use a good quality oil filled cutter, or the Glass Cutter. Use only 2mm plain or non-reflective glass.

Fome Core is the ideal backing board as it is light weight, acid free and easy to cut. You can also use 3mm MDF or cardboard. Place the empty frame face down and insert the glass, then the matted picture and lastly the backing board.

Use the PushMaster to insert brads or flexipoints into the rear of your picture frame to hold everything in place.

Use Backing Nails for large frames or heavy items. Flexipoints are flexible and ideal for needlework or when you want to re move the picture, eg. photo frames.

To seal the artwork in the frame, tape over the brads/flexipoints using a good quality backing tape. This will prevent dust or insects getting into the picture.

To hang your picture, again use your PushMaster tool. Measure one third down the side of the picture frame from the top and mark that spot. Place a screw eye into the slot provided in the end of the Pushmaster tool, then screw the eye into the frame. Repeat on the other side and then attach wire from one side to the other.

You have now completed your picture framing project. More information about how to make picture frames can be viewed at http://www.clubframeco.com/5_steps_Introduction.html

FrameCo Framing Supplies designs and manufactures diy picture framing tools and export to many countries. We also supply picture frames conduct framing classes.

What Framing and Matting Supplies Do I Need to Frame My Picture?

It is a simple matter to frame a piece of artwork, but it can be a little intimidating to the novice. Nevertheless, you can go online and learn how easy and fun it is to master this skill, and learn about all of the different framing and matting supplies as well as framing kits that are available, with the benefit of showing off your fabulous fine art in style.

A couple of preliminaries are in order before you begin looking for framing and matting supplies. You will want to take a ruler or measuring tape and measure the exact size of your artwork. These measurements will be necessary for selecting the correctly sized frame, mount and mat board, as well as glazing. You will also need to determine the value of the piece and whether you will wish to frame it to archival standards in order to preserve the artwork.

With this done, you can now move on to the actual nuts and bolts of framing and matting supplies that you will need. You will need some type of frame, which may or may not come with glazing, which is the glass or acrylic that is used to protect the art. A mount board is needed to provide a sturdy flat surface on which the artwork will rest. Mat board is used to help secure the art within the frame. If you wish to hang your artwork, you will need some type of hanging kit as well.

Framing supplies revolve around the frame itself and the glazing. Frames come in wood and metal styles, and which you use is up to your personal preference. Typically, photographs are framed in metal frames while paintings and other types of artwork are framed in wood frames.

In addition to the frame, other framing supplies you will want include some kind of glazing. Glazing comes in glass and acrylic, and both have their benefits. Glass is very sturdy and scratch resistant, but it often has a greenish or blueish tint to it that may not be appropriate with your specific artwork. Acrylic glazing is very lightweight, glare free and is also available infused with materials to protect your fine art from damage due to exposure to ultraviolet light and pollutants.

Matting supplies are also important in the process. Matting supplies include the mat board, mount board, as well as some means to attach the art to the mount. This usually involves framing supplies such as picture corners and hinging tape.

The final framing supplies that you might need are a wire and hanger. However, these framing and matting supplies are optional.

If this still seems like a lot to remember, make it easy on yourself and order framing kits instead. Framing kits are available for wood or metal frames, and come with all the parts you will need to ensure success when you frame your artwork.

Anne Harvester is an avid fan of arts and crafts such as framing and matting supplies or matting supplies. Anne believes framing supplies are just as important as the picture itself since it's a safeguard for something you value.

The Art of framing - before printing

In the childhood of Charlotte Web history; Charlotte finds that people believe what they see in
print. Similarly, people think the if something is made it must be important. Therefore, framing
requires respect for your work. People tend to look long and deep photographs that use
the concept of framing.

When you graduate from high school and you get your degree, what do you do? You usually
to return to the House and frame it! When you get your first winning photograph of the price, what are you doing? You
frame it! Sure, you could simply throw your photos in an album; or paste them into a drawer,
but when something is important what are you doing? Frame you it!

Why did frame you the important things? You have already done or accomplished whatever it is that you are
framing... then why bother? When you go to a doctor's Office or the dentist, you find often many certificates framed on the wall. Why? It attracts your attention and said: "Hey, look what I did!
and "these things are very important for me."

Have you ever been in a photo gallery or art, where all the work was to be thrown in a box sitting
on a table or stuck in a drawer and you were supposed to thumb through it? I don't think so. Why
not? Because they want you to see their work, they want to impress you. Often framed version
of the same exact image can be four to five times the price of any single image. There is a certain perception y on display. This perception; be it right or wrongly implies that this image must be of
high value or if not why we would be bored frame it? All surprising that you are 10 times more likely
to purchase a framed photo than just a draw?

Knowing that the above information, how can you make people take more seriously of your work? How to make
you let a total stranger know that it is important that you have turned? Well, there is only one thing that
might attract your attention better than a good framework. It is two frames. If your photo is
naturally framed; and then you add a frame and hang on your wall, is not a photo, it is
now a work of Art. If you believe in your work enough to guide it, others will take notice too. They
can not admit out loud, not even know why they will want to watch your new work
and once again, but they will be.

In most cases, framing consist of something in the foreground (usually slightly out of focus) which
aid for compensation of something in the background. One of the reasons for which it is a such powerful tool, which is
This is exactly how the human eye sees things. Think about it: a flower on the edge of a canyon.
You can either focus on the flower or the canyon, but not both. Your camera can do both in
discussion at the same time (depth of field), but this is not really how you saw it. One of the key objectives
all good photographer is to make his viewers have an emotional response. The art of
framing help breathe new life into an ordinary shot. It can make the difference between a
good and a great blow!

Framing helps create a sense of depth by creating the opposition. It may, but is not always add force
by duplicating a similar form already in the photograph, which is known as repetition. If you add a
frame on a shot that already has used framing creates the repetition in some other way. The bottom
the line is, if you don't think your photos deserve to be a second blow of eye, why should anyone else?
Framing using gives more depth to your photos and radiates a sense of confidence. Give your
viewers a reason to want to watch again. Use the framing.

This Article written by: Tedric a. Garrison Cedar City, Utah.

Tedric Garrison made photography more than 30 years. In College, he was a major Art and strongly believes that ?Creativity can be taught. " Today; as a writer and photographer, he shares his wealth of knowledge with the world, at: http://www.betterphototips.com

Unique framing and matting supplies

Solutions of coaching for photographers and artists

Image framing kits are an easy way to provide a home for your two dimensional photographic works or other. There are several good reasons why you do not want to simply maneuver your photos on the wall and the aesthetic is just a part of it. Without good image or photograph frames, your image carefully is subject to the ravages of moisture, air pollution and ultraviolet light - with disastrous results. Image framing kits not only look nice; They help to preserve your work.

What you need

The big thing of many image framing kits is that in most cases, you do need many tools other than a good Shaver or a hobby (like an X-Acto knife) knife. At a minimum, you'll need the following framing and matting supplies:

o of mat board or support

o some non-porous material barrier type

o Dos and matte material window

o adhesive corners or hinges/photo photographic paper

o glazing (glass or acrylic)

o the appropriate framework

What types of ready made picture frames are the best? It depends on several issues, namely (A) your budget, (B) the type of photo or painting, (C) the décor of the room in which the artifact must be displayed, and (D) your own personal preference. Wood frames are very attractive and appropriate for almost all types of image. They can also be very expensive, and according to the decor of the room in which the artifact must be displayed, find just the right selection among the available wood photo frames can be difficult.

Metal photo frames appeal to some people and may in fact improve the display of modern and contemporary art urban landscapes or abstract. These come in a wide range of prices and can generally be cheaper than the wood frames.

Custom picture frames

You will find generally these included in the kits camera image, since they are indeed "tailored" to order. However, if your photo prints or painting are atypical sizes, it may be necessary to order custom - frames or create your own. Advanced picture framing kits sometimes include the types of tools, that you will need to create your own picture frames, custom, but this requires some skill.

The cost

Yet again, there is much variation here. prices on the kits camera image may vary from $ 30 to $ 150. Once again, this depends on the quality and the types of materials and tools that are included. A good rule of thumb when shopping framing and matting supplies is to buy the best film of framing kits you can afford.

Susan Slobac is an avid photographer. Susan believes that a photo frame is more than just fashion; It is a guarantee for something that you like.

3 Simple Rules For Framing Art, Prints and Posters

J'ai été conception art encadrée et entortillée pendant près de 10 ans et j'ai quelques astuces pour vous ! Tout d'abord, Don't feel bad si vous pensez que vous n'avez pas le « oeil » pour la conception. Cadrage et paillassons art sont définitivement une habileté savant, combinée avec un peu de la torche.

J'ai eu le luxe de travailler dans une installation de cadrage art qui m'a permis de passer des heures interminables correspondant à l'oeuvre de tapis, tapis de cadres et cadres de l'art dans des dizaines de tailles et de couleurs. Alors, sans plus tarder, je tiens à partager quelques règles simples qui rendront votre décision finale exempt de douleur... et belle.

1. Choisir votre illustration : c'est tellement personnelle. Tout je peux dire, c'est qu'il n'y a aucun morceau laid de l'art. La beauté est vraiment dans le œil de l'admirateur. N'oubliez pas de celui-ci règle - laisser les œuvres d'art de vous parler. On peut rappeler vous de quelque chose, quelqu'un ou certains placez que le confort de votre âme ou simplement met un sourire sur le visage. Peut-être que les couleurs seuls votre esprit de soulèvement ou soulager votre humeur. La règle est simple : si elle touche votre cœur, puis à vous, c'est l'Art.

2. Choisir un Mat : dans l'industrie de cadrage de l'art, nous appelons la bordure autour de l'image de la "Commission de Mat" (« Mat » est la version courte). Ajout d'un tapis est un choix personnel. La seule façon de savoir avec certitude si un tapis est nécessaire est de l'essayer. Si vous êtes dans un magasin, tenir le tapis à côté de l'imprimer. Parfois, vous vous sentirez que le œuvre d'art ou de la photographie simplement n'a pas besoin un tapis. N'oubliez pas qu'il y a un coût supplémentaire d'examiner.

En revanche, tapis peuvent être tout à fait gratuits et ne doivent jamais être négligés sans contrepartie. Voici la règle simple pour choisir un tapis si vous aimez le look de celle-ci autour de vos œuvres d'art : sélectionnez un ton plus léger ou une couleur neutre. Vous pouvez rechercher une version plus pâle de couleur, qui relève de l'imprimer lui-même, trop. Si la couleur mat est trop sombre, il sera éclipser l'image, ce qui semble perdue. Je préfère donc, des tapis de ton plus légers. Je trouve qu'ils toujours accent l'illustration magnifiquement.

J'aime aussi un noir mat, mais seulement à certaines occasions. Lorsque j'utilise une armature en acier inoxydable, j'estime que le noir mat est magnifique. MAIS, la situation est presque toujours une photographie et surtout une image noir et blanc. Si vous souhaitez ajouter un tapis à vos illustrations, il jouer en toute sécurité et choisissez la crème. Si vous voulez économiser quelques dollars et vous vous sentez que le œuvre d'art est beau tous sur son propre, puis laisser le tapis de.

3. Choisir un Frame : plusieurs questions à vous poser avant que vous pouvez faire cette sélection de clés.

un) est le œuvre d'art contemporain ou traditionnel ? Contemporain est un mot de fantaisie pour moderne. Il est toujours abstraite ou photographique, mais elle peut être aussi de floral ou panoramique - tant que le œuvre d'art a des lignes pures, couleurs branchés et un sentiment actuel et à jour. Traditionnel est en quelque sorte « old fashioned » et peut apparaître « selon », comme si elle a été créée il y a de nombreuses années. Dessins de Still life, maturité des paysages, de l'époque victorienne enfants sont tous de bons exemples.

Œuvres d'art contemporain convient à noir, brun (y compris bronze) et métal cadres, tandis que le traditionnel se marie bien avec les trames ornés de champagne, d'argent ou d'or.

b) qu'est le style de la pièce qui va être placés dans votre illustration ? C'est pas presque aussi important que correspondant à l'image de l'art, mais il est encore un examen. Par exemple ; chambres d'enfants sont très différents de salles à manger, une cuisine contemporaine a un style différent à une salle familiale traditionnelle. Il est important de mentionner ici que la tendance pour 2009 est dans ce mélange. Chambres traditionnelles sont invitant les cadres modernes et chambres contemporaines sont accueillants cadres traditionnels. Ainsi, l'accent sur les œuvres d'art et se bloquer votre impression encadrée dans selon la salle que vous souhaitez !

c) quelle est la taille de le œuvre d'art ? Quelle que soit style que vous choisissez, n'oubliez pas cette règle. Jamais sélectionner un grand cadre pour un très petits caractères. Les cadres sont censés pour complimenter l'illustration d'une manière subtile. En termes simples, l'image doit être discret, plutôt puis écrasante. Personnellement, j'utilise seulement les cadres qui sont 2,5 « - 3,5 » en largeur pour l'oeuvre qui est 22 x 28 et plus grande.

Cadres plus minces (0,5 « - 1,75 ») sont plus petits et idéales pour l'art c'est 18 x 18. Bien que j'ai vu des cadres plus minces sur beaucoup plus gros morceaux, je crois qu'il ne fait rien pour les œuvres d'art. Soit vous allez big sur grand art ou vous réduisez l'image complètement, opter pour un Flush - frame monté ou terminer une toile étiré. En fin de compte, tout le monde a leur propre saveur unique lorsqu'il s'agit d'Art encadrées et tout je peux le faire est de vous offrir mes règles simples comme des lignes directrices. N'oubliez pas, vous êtes la seule personne a à l'aimer, parce que tu es celui qui doit vivre avec elle !

J'ai été conception art encadrée et le décor de mur pour près de 10 ans. Je suis également une pigiste, partage mes idées et expériences sur internet. Ma force est en gardant un œil sur les tendances de couleurs et les styles de décoration de mur. Pour voir mes directives d'art cadrage en action, allez à: http://www.artcreations.com et watch pour mes conseils et les cures avec Feng Shui Art !