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Different Types Of Framing For Designers

By Alice Bursnell


Framing is such an essential part in the final presentation of art. Framing for designers is imperative in spicing up the final outlook of the piece. It adds visual appeal and draws the eye. Frames can be made from different components such as wood, metal and even plastic.

Design possibilities for frames are unlimited. An artist can create an endless selection of frameworks by simply playing around with the basics such as mixing up colors, patterns be it dots, waves, crosses. Mixing up different wood types also brings a unique design that is if you choose to work with a wooden frame.

An adept designer has to understand when to apply a particular framework. The key to capturing the viewers eye is to choose a border that perfectly compliments the artwork itself. Given that the frame is so distinct and cannot be missed by the eye, one has to be careful not to make a poor selection. Poor choices can in effect ruin the entire presentation.

The major choices artists have to make include the material in use, the type texture and color of mat to be displayed and even determining the best mounting board for the piece. More and more designers are choosing to either go with the glass panel or leave it out.

Wooden borders are well liked among art designers due to their ability to bring individuality to the piece. The availability of many wood types only serve to increase their versatility. In addition, the artist is at liberty to add their personal touch by engraving intricate designs on the plain pieces of wood. This usually compounds the appeal it would draw from the viewer.

The versatility enjoyed by artists when working with wood may not necessarily be present when a different material is chosen. Despite this fact metal frameworks are still largely used to ornate pieces that need bold statements. In other circumstances choosing wood will only make the art look bad or even worse. Take for example a charcoal drawing or a black and white adoption of the Eiffel tower mounted on a wooden border.

Of importance is the matting and the glass cover. Matting serves to concentrate your visual appeal on the image within. It is not clear why some designers decide to exclude the glass cover since it protects the inner art from dust and damage from the environment.

All in all, the final decision of adopting a frame design concept lies with the designer.




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