S. ShermanJan 11, 20221 min readMounting Different Types Of ArtworkThere are different adhesives used to attach your artwork to the backing board. In picture framing we use various methods, depending on...
S. ShermanDec 13, 20211 min readWhat is a CanvasA canvas is a strong, coarse unbleached cloth made from hemp, flax, cotton, or a similar yarn, used to make items such as sails and tents...
S. ShermanDec 7, 20211 min readHow to Frame a CanvasWhen framing a canvas you wouldn’t use a paper mat...
S. ShermanDec 6, 20212 min readPlexiglass Options in Custom Picture FramingPlexiglass is the generic term synonymous with acrylic sheet.
S. ShermanDec 6, 20212 min readGlass Options in Custom Picture Framing?There are many kinds of glass. Picture framers use flat glass, which is a classification of sheet, plate, or float glass.
S. ShermanDec 2, 20211 min readMounting & Backing The term “mounting” can sometimes cause confusion when talking about it in picture framing. In picture framing, “mounting” refers to...
S. ShermanDec 2, 20212 min readWhat is Archival MattingMatting is traditionally used on artwork that is flat – paper, newspaper, certificates, photos, posters etc.