Picture Frame Blog
You don’t have to be a museum professional to use a museum mounting kit. Professional artists and photographers often prefer this method when mounting their original pieces for clients. Other examples are collectors who purchased artworks at an auction, movie buffs who want to mount a limited-edition poster, and sports fans who scored keepsake tickets ...
Let’s say you discovered a fragile black-and-white photograph of your great-great-grandfather in the attic. Or you scored a limited-edition print at last Saturday’s flea market. Maybe you created an amazing watercolor or photograph — one of your favorites ever. Whatever the case, if you want to preserve and prolong the life of precious and unique ...
For decades women have appreciated the timeless versatility of a little black dress. Long seen as the go-to garb for cocktail parties, today’s LBDs are adaptable enough to go practically anywhere. Throw on a leather jacket and you’re ready for date night. Add tights and a bold jacket and it’s work attire. Put on some ...
They say the first impression is the last impression. The saying holds true in many aspects of life, from business to personal relationships. And when it comes to displaying your photos or artworks on your walls, the frame you choose can make all the difference. After all, a picture frame is an integral part of ...
When you’ve invested years of hard work and dedication to achieve a degree, it deserves more than being tucked away in a drawer. Displaying your diploma is a source of pride and a reminder of your accomplishment. But one question often arises: “What size diploma frame do I need?” Understanding the answer involves a few ...
The world of fine art is something that can take a lifetime to truly understand. But what we do know is that it’s important to protect and preserve this incredible work—and that’s where framing comes in. Framing can help you showcase your favorite pieces of art and make them last longer. It also adds a ...
Plenty of folks would call themselves “dog people.” But not everyone turns their affection into a career that artfully celebrates man’s best friend. Florida artist Michael Vistia has done just that with his bright, joyful depictions of his customers’ furry companions. Bow Wow Michael’s mediums of choice are oil paint, automotive metal flake, and resin. ...
Newsrooms and courtrooms are not obvious sources for colorful, playfully titled fine art photography. And yet, Rene Crystal can trace her present career back to both. In my Q&A with Rene below, she shares how her father’s job as a photographer for a New Jersey newspaper lit a fire in her soul for the art ...
I have always appreciated the beauty of nature and the awe-inspiring feeling it gives me. It’s why I photograph landscapes and it’s why I live in California. With any type of photo shoot there should always be meaning or a story behind it. The story acts as motivation for all that comes after whether it’s ...
As artists and photographers, we bring our own brand of beauty into the world through our creations. Sometimes, however, we pour less passion into mounting those creations. But consider this: the right mounting materials can help you safely display and even preserve your art for the next generation and beyond. What is Mount Board? Mount ...