Why buy prints from a photographer?
All of your photographs are prepared individually with meticulous
attention to detail in order to produce stunning results. Portraits are
professionally developed on Kodak Endura which has an archival quality
of 200 years. Photographic print colour may vary slightly from those
displayed on your monitor. Each print is hand checked for quality and
color accuracy before delivery.
All sizes are in inches
Prints
5 x 7 = $25 | 8 x 12 $45 | 11 x 14 =$80 | 16 x 20 =$120 | 20 x 30 =$200
Canvas Prints
Ready-to-hang frameless gallery wraps
11 x 14 =$175 | 12 x 12 =$175 | 16 x 20 =$225
24 x 36 =$325 | 36 x 48 =$550
Scroll to the right for creative framing ideas.
Mounting your photographs correctly
Museum mounting, commonly known as hinging, attaches the
photograph with paper hinges to the board. The photograph
hangs freely, allowing it to expand or contract with changes
in humidity. Acid free tape is the easiest way for you to make
this hinge and is readily availble at most craft stores .
Photographs add to your decor
The grouping of photographs should be thought of as one unit.
Test an arrangement of pictures by laying everything out on a
large table (or on the floor), playing with combinations until you
hit upon one that works. Laying them out on paper is even better
since you'll be able to trace around each object and determine
where picture hangers should be installed. Tape the paper up
on the wall as a template for picture hangers and you'll be done
in no time!
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Matting is the term used to describe the "window-cut" material
placed around an image within a frame. They serve as a spacer
allowing the 'artwork' to expand and contract with changes in humidity.
Matting makes the overall size of the finished piece larger and provides
a space for the eyes to rest between the 'artwork' and the frame.
Archival materials protect your photographs
It is essential not to let the photograph come into contact with the
glass of the frame as it will damage the print in a very short time.
Some common framing materials such as paper mats and cardboard
contain acid that will gradually destroy your photographs.
Using archival mats and backing boards will help protect art from the
damaging effects of time and from common pollutants that cause yellowing,
fading and deterioration. Acid-free mount board is always best as it
holds it in place and looks great. Many frames are available with
pre-cut mounts, or you can buy them seperately.
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Framing your Photographs
Portraits are a great way to brighten a room and add to the decor
of your home. And it's easier than ever to frame and hang your
portraits yourself. There are so many beautiful frames available
these days in all shapes, sizes and styles that are very affordable.
A little pre-planning and thought can make all the difference and
make your display look great.
A frame should be quite simple in order for the subject of the
photograph to "speak" while adding to the style and decor of
your home. We suggest using frames that have a slim border
as this helps enhance image within it. Intricate and overly
colourful frames tend to distract the eye and reduce the
power of the photograph.
Choose matting to enhance your 'artwork' - matting is the term used
to describe the "window-cut" material placed around an image within
a frame. They can be made of a variety of materials such as paper,
cotton and fabric in a wide range of colours. Mats serve as a spacer
allowing the 'artwork' to expand and contract with changes in humidity.
Matting makes the overall size of the finished piece larger and provides
a space for the eyes to rest between the 'artwork' and the frame.
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Display
• Portraits should be hung at eye level. A commonly
accepted standard in galleries and industry is around
160cm from the floor.
• When hanging a series of pieces that are the same size,
mark the wall first with a light pencil using a spirit level
as your guide and keep to that line.
• Use white space effectively - don’t be afraid of trying
more space between
frames than you first think. Using white space is a great way
to focus the attention on your piece.
• In general, when hanging art over a piece of furniture it
should not be longer than the width of the furniture.
Creativity
Trust your intuition and sense of style. If your portrait doesn’t look
good at eye level, shift it by a few inches and experiment. If something i
sn’t right- you will notice!
Email: belinda at belinda.net.au
All photographs are Copyright © 2009 Belinda Strodder