Selecting the Proper Photo Frames
In order to display your photos effectively and attractively while preserving the artifact, it is necessary to select the proper photo frames. Of all your framing and matting supplies, good photo frames are the most important – because it can make or break your display. The right photo framing supplies can do wonders for even a less-than-stellar photographic piece; a poorly made, inferior photo frames can make Ansel Adams prints look like cheap snapshots.
What holds true about photo frames incidentally is equally true about all types of picture framing supplies. Factors such as oil, acids, dust and ultra-violet rays can all have detrimental effects on your paintings and posters as well as your photographs. The purpose of framing and matting supplies is to create a protective environment in which to display the artifact. Good picture framing kits include everything needed for such a product, including matboard, mount board, hanging devices, and more.
Photo frames are among the most important picture framing supplies mainly because they are what is most visible. When it comes to photographs – especially those of spectacular panoramas or other interesting subjects – plain, black metal frames may be the best choice. The reasons are that such frames will fit into virtually any décor, and are unobtrusive enough to allow the viewer to concentrate on the photo without being distracted by an elaborate frame.
If you prefer, you might choose photo framing supplies that include wooden frames, and to be sure, natural wood offers a certain warmth that metal may be lacking. Again however, you’ll want to be selective; avoid frames with elaborate inlay work or decoration that may distract the viewer from the photograph itself.
Other than the frame, it’s important that the reset of your art framing supplies be of the highest quality you can afford and be acid-free. If you have ever seen photos with unsightly discolorations, you know what acid can do. Acid-free photo framing supplies serve as a barrier between the surface of the photo and any acidic surfaces.
Picture framing supplies that you will need in order to protect your photo and display it properly include mount board, backing material and hinge tissue or photo corners in order to hold the photo in place, and glazing to protect the surface from environmental substances such as dust and UV rays.
Photo frames are just one element in the framing project, the whole of which represents an investment in time and money; however, those things are well spent when it comes to preserving your valuable photographs. After the time and trouble it takes to take and develop good photos, it pays to use the proper photo frames.
About the Author
Susan Slobac is an avid photographer. Susan believes a picture frame is more than just fashion; it’s a safeguard for something you love.
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