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Wet Mount vs. Dry Mount: Which is Best for Artwork?
Wet mounting involves adhering artwork to a backing board using a wet adhesive.
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Dec 21, 20232 min read
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The Real Cost of Custom Picture Framing
Custom picture framing is often perceived as an expensive service, leaving many wondering why it comes with a high price tag.
S. Sherman
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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The Art of Destruction: How Adhesives Harm Your Artwork
Adhesives play a crucial role in art preservation, but not all adhesives are created equal.
Sherman Gallery
Nov 27, 20232 min read
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Tips and Tricks: Selecting the Perfect Artwork for Your Room
Choosing the right artwork for a room can transform it from dull to dynamic, providing a visual focal point and an expression of your...
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Sep 8, 20233 min read
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Paper Artwork Mounting Adhesives
The adhesive is used to keep the artwork in place and protect it from damage. However, different adhesives have different properties, and...
S. Sherman
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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Ready-Made Frames Vs Custom Picture Frames
Picture frames not only enhance the aesthetics of your artwork but can also protect it from dust and damage.
Sherman Gallery
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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Custom Picture Framing Isn't Important Anyway...
Picture framing is like a superhero sidekick - it's the Batman to your Robin, the Dory to your Nemo, the peanut butter to your jelly...
Sherman Gallery
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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How Do You Know If A Piece Of Artwork Is Right For You?
From Van Gogh's use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes in his Starry Night piece to Salvador Dali's use of surrealism and long...
Sherman Gallery
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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How To Pick The Right Art For You & Your Space
When it comes to decorating your home, selecting the right artwork can be a tricky task. It’s not only about picking the right color...
Sherman Gallery
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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What Is The Right Framing Style For Your Art?
Welcome, welcome to my hilarious and informative blog on how to properly frame artwork. You might think, how hard could it really be?
Sherman Gallery
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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Museum Art & The LA Art Scene
Meanwhile, The Broad mainly features post-war and contemporary art made by artists such as Kara Walker, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Jeff Koons
Sherman Gallery
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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The Importance Of Art Preservation
Proper picture framing also helps to prevent artworks from fading. Ultraviolet rays from sunlight can cause artworks to fade over time.
Sherman Gallery
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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What is Dry Mounting?
Dry mounting, also referred to as a heat mount, is a very reliable method of mounting. It is fast, clean and items properly mounted should..
S. Sherman
Dec 14, 20211 min read
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Proper Art Storage
Aside from the obvious dangers of storing art like bending or general damage how should you store your art?
S. Sherman
Dec 14, 20211 min read
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What is a Canvas
A 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. Sherman
Dec 13, 20211 min read
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Plexiglass Options in Custom Picture Framing
Plexiglass is the generic term synonymous with acrylic sheet.
S. Sherman
Dec 6, 20212 min read
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Glass 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. Sherman
Dec 6, 20212 min read
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Mounting & Backing
The term “mounting” can sometimes cause confusion when talking about it in picture framing. In picture framing, “mounting” refers to...
S. Sherman
Dec 2, 20211 min read
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What is Archival Matting
Matting is traditionally used on artwork that is flat – paper, newspaper, certificates, photos, posters etc.
S. Sherman
Dec 2, 20212 min read
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