Custom Framing A Photograph: 3 Tips From Your Expert Framer On How To Carry The Most Important Elements Into The Frame Design

Custom Framing a Photograph can come with some challenges but there are a few things that make it much easier to feel good about your final frame design. Here are 3 elements from your expert framers to keep in mind when framing your photos:

Look at the colors of your art and see if you want to use them as your guide. For this photo of two men on the beach we went all along with the sandy color and beach vibe. We chose a light cream colored mat and a frame that has a drift wood look.

Did the artist sign the art on the front? If so, you might want to incorporate that in your frame design. See that white margin of the actual photo paper? We chose to make it a prominent feature for this frame job, so it adds more space, includes the signature and creates a contemporary look.

And one important choice to make for a picture frame is always where do you hang it? Will it work in your space, or is it a gift? Think about space, color and overall look. Have a look at another great example of a family treasure photo frame we built a little while ago .

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