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The complete photo guide to framing & displaying artwork : 500 full-color how-to photos / [Vivian Carli Kistler].

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Minneapolis, MN : Creative Pub. International, c2009.Description: 192 p. : col. ill. : 28 cmISBN:
  • 1589234227 (pbk.)
  • 9781589234222 (pbk.) :
Other title:
  • Complete photo guide to framing and displaying artwork
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Contents:
Introduction to do-it-yourself framing -- Picture frames -- Mats and matboards -- Glazing : glass and acrylic -- The tools of the trade -- Color and design -- Doing the math in picture framing -- Cutting mats -- Mat decoration -- Building picture frames -- Fitting : finishing the framing -- Framing art on paper -- Framing art on canvas -- Framing needlework and fabric -- Shadow boxes : framing objects -- The art of displaying framed art and objects.
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Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Adult Book Adult Book Main Library NonFiction 749.7 K61 Available 33111006296160
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The Complete Photo Guide to Framing and Displaying Artwork is the ultimate reference for matting, framing and displaying art, photography, collectibles, needlework and keepsakes.



Decorating walls with framed artwork is an essential part of home decor . Learn the tricks of the trade from Vivian Kistler, a world-renowned author, educator and framing industry professional. Whether you want to do all the steps yourself or take some shortcuts, use this comprehensive guide to help you explore all the options.



Step-by-step instructions with more than 500 color photos lead you through the entire framing process:

Designing the project: color, size, proportion and style Selecting matboard and cutting the mat Building a custom frame or choosing the right premade materials Cutting glass and plastic Putting the layers together Proper methods for hanging



Detailed instructions are included for framing art on canvas, art on paper, needlework and fabric . You'll learn techniques for archival framing and for making shadow boxes . Expert guidance for designing wall arrangements will help you decorate your home like a pro, with artwork you've framed yourself!

Includes index.

Introduction to do-it-yourself framing -- Picture frames -- Mats and matboards -- Glazing : glass and acrylic -- The tools of the trade -- Color and design -- Doing the math in picture framing -- Cutting mats -- Mat decoration -- Building picture frames -- Fitting : finishing the framing -- Framing art on paper -- Framing art on canvas -- Framing needlework and fabric -- Shadow boxes : framing objects -- The art of displaying framed art and objects.

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