Framing Watercolor Art with Deckled Edges in San Francisco

At Underglass Framing, custom framing in San Francisco has always been about more than just protecting art — it’s about helping it belong in the homes and lives of the people who bring it to us. From our Castro frame shop, we’ve been doing this work for over 40 years, one thoughtful project at a time.

This winter watercolor, painted on artist paper with natural deckled edges, called for a framing approach that showed the piece in its entirety. By floating the artwork, we were able to preserve and highlight the torn edges while keeping the paper properly supported using museum-quality materials. The rolling green hills and snow-covered rooftops set a quiet seasonal mood, so we paired the piece with a brushed green-gold frame — a finish that adds warmth and contrast without overpowering the watercolor’s texture.

Good custom framing protects delicate works on paper, but it also shapes how you live with them. A well-chosen frame respects the art, reflects personal style, and makes a piece feel at home on the wall.

If you’re looking for museum-quality framing in San Francisco — whether it’s a watercolor, photograph, poster, or something more personal — our neighborhood frame shop is here to help.