On Display Thursday: Matting & Framing Tips & Technique
You found a fabulous printable or piece of artwork that you love. So now what? How does this printed piece of paper turn into a useable decorating element? You need to frame it of course -- and how you mat and frame it makes ALL the difference in how your final piece will look and whether it will work in your space. Here are a few things to consider when you get ready to put your favorite piece of artwork on display:
Frame Color & Style:
sample artwork: You Are My Sunshine by SignsByAndrea
You'll want the frame color and style to coordinate with the decor of the room and the items that will be displayed around it. You may prefer a thin clean-lined metal frame for a more modern look, or a wide chunky ornate wooden frame for a more traditional style. Consider whether you want the frame itself to be neutral and blend into it's surroundings, or to become a bold statement in itself (such as in the red choice below).
In my home office above my desk, I have a painting that reads "...when I grow up I want to be an artist." And wouldn't you know it? I think perhaps that's what I've been all along!
