Matting And Framing Made Easy

Download or read book Matting and Framing Made Easy written by Janean Thompson and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step, easy to master techniques for the beginning framer. If the idea of framing a piece of artwork—whether it is a watercolor, pastel, oil painting, photograph, or embroidery—intimidates you,Matting and Framing Made Easyis the book you've been waiting for. This comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide covers everything you need to know in order to make a high-quality frame. Using simple, step-by-step demonstrations, certified professional framer Janean Thompson covers six subjects: • Measuring • Mounting • Matting • Glazing • Framing • Hanging Artwork By following the detailed instructions in this fully illustrated book, you'll master the fundamentals of framing and be inspired to custom-design projects.

Download or read book Mat, Mount, and Frame it Yourself written by M. David Logan and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now it’s easier than ever to save time and money doing your own framing at home. This one-stop source demonstrates how easy it is to mat, mount, and frame art on paper and cloth, as well as three-dimensional objects. Readers will discover, step by step, how to determine measurements and proportions . . . select colors and accents for matting . . . obtain the necessary materials and equipment . . . cut the materials to size . . . mat, mount, and frame the art (including the cold, hard truth about making your own frames) . . . and glaze, install, and hang framed art. Helpful sidebars and clear illustrations make everything easy. Plus, a final chapter offers suggestions on how to turn this inexpensive and rewarding hobby into a profitable business.

Download or read book How to Make Picture Frames (Best of AW) written by Editors of American Woodworker and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The experts at American Woodworker provide plans and instructions for making a variety of well designed, stylish picture frames in this handy manual. The step-by-step guidance ensures that woodworkers will succeed at constructing everything from a rustic picture frame to a craftsman-style frame with a simple set of tools. With workshop tips, plans for jigs that help make frames by the dozens, and a section devoted to solutions for common mistakes, this is an ideal resource for woodworkers looking for new projects or art owners wanting to frame their prized possessions themselves. Author Bio: American Woodworker is the premier magazine for woodworking. Both technical and accessible, the magazine has been in business for decades with more than 140 issues in their backlist. Randy Johnson is an editor of American Woodworker. He lives in Eagan, Minnesota.

Download or read book Home Book of Picture Framing written by Kenn Oberrecht and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Framing a favorite picture, whether a gallery piece of a child's drawing, can be easy and inexpensive thanks to this revised and updated edition of a classic bestseller. This new and updated edition contains everything anyone might need to know about the craft of picture framing along with new sections on using power tools and framing fabric art. It also includes a complete directory of suppliers. 450 b&w photos. 20 drawings.

Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork written by Vivian Carli Kistler and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Basic Picture Framing written by Amy Cooper and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This detailed guide contains everything the beginner needs to know to get started matting, mounting, and framing works of art or personal mementos. Practical techniques and expert tips on choosing the proper matboard and frame; measuring and cutting single, double, or triple mats; safely mounting your materials; building frames; attaching hanging hardware; and placing the frame for display.

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Home Picture Framing written by M. David Logan and published by . This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: