The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork

The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork
Author: Vivian Carli Kistler
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1589234227

Step-by-step color photos for all areas of matting and framing; the information is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. This book includes top-notch instructions for archival framing—the correct methods and materials for preserving photos and artwork for posterity. The author also provides inspiration and helpful examples to show people how to display their artwork using basic design principles in a manner that is easily grasped. There are important techniques to follow for success—even the basic mechanics of hanging a picture.

The Encyclopedia of Picture Framing Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Picture Framing Techniques
Author: Robert Cunning
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2002
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780806993027

You can choose the right molding, mount, or finish to complement any object: paintings, mirrors, textiles and more. “A DIY manual for making custom frames. Traditional and contemporary techniques are presented, along with a variety of finishing techniques.”—Woodshop News.

Picture Framing

Picture Framing
Author: Desmond MacNamara
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Picture frames and framing
ISBN: 9780715302057

Details numerous different techniques for framing artwork, guiding readers to frame paintings and prints with originality and style.

The Complete Guide to Shadowboxes and Framing Objects

The Complete Guide to Shadowboxes and Framing Objects
Author: James A. Miller
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2008-01-01
Genre: Display of collectibles
ISBN: 9780966318937

"This book will lead you step-by-step through the entire process of shadowboxes, from design, structures, and permanent and removable mounting to fitting and finishing as well as marketing. There's also a chapter on shadowbox tips and tricks."--P. [4] of cover.

Basic Picture Framing

Basic Picture Framing
Author: Amy Cooper
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2005
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0811731782

This detailed guide contains everything the beginner needs to know to get started matting, mounting, and framing works of art or personal mementos. Practical techniques and expert tips on choosing the proper matboard and frame; measuring and cutting single, double, or triple mats; safely mounting your materials; building frames; attaching hanging hardware; and placing the frame for display.

Displaying Pictures and Photographs

Displaying Pictures and Photographs
Author: Caroline Clifton-Mogg
Publisher: Crown Publishing Group (NY)
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1988
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

For most people the moment of truth in decorating a room comes when they are faced with deciding what to hang on the walls, how to frame it, and where to hang it. Now here are hundreds of ideas on how to provide the crucial finishing touch to any room! 150 full-color photographs and 100 diagrams.

How to Make Picture Frames (Best of AW)

How to Make Picture Frames (Best of AW)
Author: Editors of American Woodworker
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 371
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607658917

The experts at American Woodworker provide plans and instructions for making a variety of well designed, stylish picture frames in this handy manual. The step-by-step guidance ensures that woodworkers will succeed at constructing everything from a rustic picture frame to a craftsman-style frame with a simple set of tools. With workshop tips, plans for jigs that help make frames by the dozens, and a section devoted to solutions for common mistakes, this is an ideal resource for woodworkers looking for new projects or art owners wanting to frame their prized possessions themselves. Author Bio: American Woodworker is the premier magazine for woodworking. Both technical and accessible, the magazine has been in business for decades with more than 140 issues in their backlist. Randy Johnson is an editor of American Woodworker. He lives in Eagan, Minnesota.

Matting and Framing Made Easy

Matting and Framing Made Easy
Author: Janean Thompson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 138
Release: 1996
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780823030477

Step-by-step, easy to master techniques for the beginning framer. If the idea of framing a piece of artwork—whether it is a watercolor, pastel, oil painting, photograph, or embroidery—intimidates you,Matting and Framing Made Easyis the book you've been waiting for. This comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide covers everything you need to know in order to make a high-quality frame. Using simple, step-by-step demonstrations, certified professional framer Janean Thompson covers six subjects: • Measuring • Mounting • Matting • Glazing • Framing • Hanging Artwork By following the detailed instructions in this fully illustrated book, you'll master the fundamentals of framing and be inspired to custom-design projects.