Framing Prints
Frames for your prints
Although we can supply prints fully framed, we find most people prefer to choose their own frames to fit their decor and tastes. The sizes and prices page has information on obtaining your own prints, both matted and un-matted.
We have also collected below, some information and resources about the art of picture framing.
Some framing tips
Good framing enhances your pictures, while bad framing just well ... looks bad. The ideal framing enhances your picture and draws the eye to the image. Unless you are advertising picture frames, the framing should take second place.
Take care of your images. if you are using glass, then make sure that there is a slight air gap - this is where the mat comes in.
Choose your glass with care. Anti-reflection or non-glare glass and UV filtering glass may be appropriate for some locations.
In Keith's Landscape exhibition below, there were several places where anti-glare glass might have helped.
If you plan on moving your framed pictures to different locations, consider plastic (Perspex or Plexiglass) for the glazing. With the big frames (most @ 33"x26") in the RAC exhibition (below), two of the glass panes cracked, which is dangerous as well as annoying...
Don't be stingy with your mat border size - small borders rarely enhance the image.
Also, how are you going to hang the pictures? With larger frame sizes it is important to consider this - can the wall safely take the fittings you want to use? Always best to consider -before- you take the pictures for hanging ...
How do you measure frames?
Frames are always measured from the inside (rabbet) of the frame. That is the size of a piece of glass that will fit in the frame. The actual size of the frame is 1/8" larger than indicated to allow room around the glass, mats, image etc. The actual rabbet size of an 8" x 10 " frame is 8 1/8" x 10 1/8".
How do you measure mats?
Mats are measured at the outside. They are not measured by the size of the cutout (hole). When determining what size matt you need remember that the mat must cover the artwork or photograph. If your artwork is 8 x 10 you need a mat with an opening of at least 1/8" smaller.
Framing info
Other areas of our site that may be of interest...
Digital Black and White photography and printing. Based on a magazine interview with Keith. Some of his thoughts, techniques and tips for those interested in a digital approach to black and white. We've many Photography Articles and Photographic equipment and software reviews on the site aimed at helping you get the best out of your own photography.
There is a gallery of landscape photography and fine art prints.
The What's New page showcases new site features.
Visiting Leicester or wondering where it is? We have views from the Leicester traffic cameras.
