Framing paintings on paper
We create original paintings on paper, and we have decided that the best way to offer them to you is without frame. We recommend having your picture framed by a professional. They know everything about conservation and help you make a beautiful frame selection.
If you'd like to frame the artwork yourself,
Here are a few things to consider.
Some of our paintings on paper come in an archival mat. The mat keeps the artwork from touching the glass. These paintings arrive ready to place in an 11x14 inch frame. There are two things to consider when framing these paintings.
Most ready-made frames come with regular glass or plexiglass. You can replace this glass or plexiglass with Museum conservation glass, which will protect your artwork from harmful UV rays and prevent unwanted glare. It only covers your painting from dust and scratches, but it does not prevent harmful UV rays or contain any anti-reflective properties.
Once the artwork is in the frame, framer points or linen tape can seal the space between the contents and the frame. It is good to glue or tape a thin layer of paper across the back from one edge of the frame. The tape keeps dust from entering the structure.
Humidity can harm artwork and cause it to warp even mold. Make sure that your painting is in a climate-controlled environment.
Some of our paintings feature a deckled edge. These paintings require one more step in the framing process. To ensure that the glass does not touch the picture, we recommend using an art/glass spacer. We have purchased art/glass spacer at online art stores like Jerry's Artorama and Amazon.
