Custom Framing is one the best way you can use to protect and display your picture. Custom Frames are generally made up of wood or metal base.
Custom Wood Frames
Wood frame varies greatly from costly oak moulding to bamboo moulding. There are varied types of wood frame available in as many types of wood present in market. Although the make of frame is seldom mentioned or demanded by the buyers but special attention is given to design and finish of the frame. Wooden frame can be designed and cut in various design and they have the option of built to buyers’ specification easily. Wooden frames can bring old age feeling and sophistication to your photograph
Custom Metal Frames
In case of metallic frames they are much simple to design when compared to wooden frames. Specialty designs can be obtained in Metal framing - such as brushed rounded corners (by using chemicals) and baded designs. Few benefits that metal frame enjoys over wooden frame are that they are more durable and will not warp with time. Metal frame are easy to make when compared to wood and are also less costly than wooden frames.
Picture frames in general are square or rectangular, although circular and oval frames are not uncommon. Custom frames also has the flexibility to create some unusual shapes, such as heart shaped frames which are generally used during wedding photography . Frames sometimes can be shaped as a memorabilia, to be given out on special occasions. There are also picture frames designed to go around corners. A popular design is the scoop, an indent in the frame which adds depth.
As mentioned above main advantage of the Custom frame is that it gives you the flexibility to go for any type of frame shape. There are several schools of thought as to which shape of frame should go for which art, although no hard and fast rules prevail. The best way to choose shape of frame is to let the work of art dictate which frame to choose from. Here are some helpful tips to do just that:
Each work of art is unique in its own way and has a story to tell. Frame shapes should be chosen such that it benefits the art that is on display. A contemporary painting hung in traditional room not necessarily need to have a traditional frame; nor does a traditional painting in a contemporary room need a contemporary frame. Also falling into the trap of, matching frames with the other group of frames in the room is not a good idea. Some of the most stunning groupings of paintings are obtained by using variety of frame styles, sizes and finishes.
Quality framing, however, can be an expensive endeavor and getting opinion of professional is invaluable. Take time out to discuss in detail about your requirement with the framer in order to make the right selection and bring pleasure through your art for generations.
Custom Wood Frames
Wood frame varies greatly from costly oak moulding to bamboo moulding. There are varied types of wood frame available in as many types of wood present in market. Although the make of frame is seldom mentioned or demanded by the buyers but special attention is given to design and finish of the frame. Wooden frame can be designed and cut in various design and they have the option of built to buyers’ specification easily. Wooden frames can bring old age feeling and sophistication to your photograph
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Custom Metal Frames
In case of metallic frames they are much simple to design when compared to wooden frames. Specialty designs can be obtained in Metal framing - such as brushed rounded corners (by using chemicals) and baded designs. Few benefits that metal frame enjoys over wooden frame are that they are more durable and will not warp with time. Metal frame are easy to make when compared to wood and are also less costly than wooden frames.
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| Metal Frame |
Picture frames in general are square or rectangular, although circular and oval frames are not uncommon. Custom frames also has the flexibility to create some unusual shapes, such as heart shaped frames which are generally used during wedding photography . Frames sometimes can be shaped as a memorabilia, to be given out on special occasions. There are also picture frames designed to go around corners. A popular design is the scoop, an indent in the frame which adds depth.
As mentioned above main advantage of the Custom frame is that it gives you the flexibility to go for any type of frame shape. There are several schools of thought as to which shape of frame should go for which art, although no hard and fast rules prevail. The best way to choose shape of frame is to let the work of art dictate which frame to choose from. Here are some helpful tips to do just that:
- A period painting looks good in a timeless, traditional, elegant gold-leafed frame or a handsome walnut or mahogany wood frame.
- Abstract painting or ethereal paintings look better in sleek, less fussy frames.
- For paintings that are neither vintage nor abstract, there are frames which are hybrid of classical as well as contemporary. These are called transitional frames.
- Large painting generally looks great in wider moldings and require large wall to be displayed on, as a large frame can add as much as 7 to 12 inches to the overall dimensions. However if going large is not an option then floater frame may help. Floater frames usually add only 1 to 4 inches to the height and width of a large painting,
- Always remember to get a good consultation from a professional framer. There are times when framers can guide you to choose a multilateral frame composition i.e. one or more frame moldings used together to achieve a unique look, with or without linen liner, plus fillet.
Each work of art is unique in its own way and has a story to tell. Frame shapes should be chosen such that it benefits the art that is on display. A contemporary painting hung in traditional room not necessarily need to have a traditional frame; nor does a traditional painting in a contemporary room need a contemporary frame. Also falling into the trap of, matching frames with the other group of frames in the room is not a good idea. Some of the most stunning groupings of paintings are obtained by using variety of frame styles, sizes and finishes.
Quality framing, however, can be an expensive endeavor and getting opinion of professional is invaluable. Take time out to discuss in detail about your requirement with the framer in order to make the right selection and bring pleasure through your art for generations.
