The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork: 500 Full-Color How-to Photos

Step-by-step color photos for all areas of matting and framing; the information is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. This book includes top-notch instructions for archival framing—the correct methods and materials for preserving photos and artwork for posterity. The author also provides inspiration and helpful examples to show people how to display their artwork using basic design principles in a manner that is easily grasped. There are important techniques to follow for success—even the basic mechanics of hanging a picture. The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork is the ultimate reference for matting, framing and displaying art, photography, collectibles, needlework and keepsakes. Decorating walls with framed artwork is an essential part of home decor . Learn the tricks of the trade from Vivian Kistler, a world-renowned author, educator and framing industry professional. Whether you want to do all the steps yourself or take some shortcuts, use this comprehensive guide to help you explore all the options. Step-by-step instructions with more than 500 color photos lead you through the entire framing Detailed instructions are included for framing art on canvas, art on paper, needlework and fabric . You'll learn techniques for archival framing and for making shadow boxes . Expert guidance for designing wall arrangements will help you decorate your home like a pro, with artwork you've framed yourself! Content: Introduction to do-it-yourself framing -- Picture frames -- Mats and matboards -- Glazing : glass and acrylic -- The tools of the trade -- Color and design -- Doing the math in picture framing -- Cutting mats -- Mat decoration -- Building picture frames -- Fitting : finishing the framing -- Framing art on paper -- Framing art on canvas -- Framing needlework and fabric -- Shadow boxes : framing objects -- The art of displaying framed art and objects. Step-by-step colour photos for all areas of matting and framing; the information is complete, accurate and up to date. The book also includes instructions for archival framing