Earlier picture frame or the latest picture frame- Which one is better?

 

Photos are the collection of all our memories. With the camera, we like to capture our best moments and make them memorable. But have you ever thought about the protection of all your memories? This may seem quite odd that how can we protect our memories. The best protection of all our memories can be done with the use of a picture frame. The frame not only acts as a support to the image, but it also gives an elegant look and the best protection to the texture of the image.

Old age picture frame


Previously the photo framing which was used was heavier than the modern frames. There was not so much concern on the design of the frames. They were used to provide only support so that you can hang the photos on the wall. Wooden frames were used in the old times, and a glass mounting was done on them. Thus the output result is a heavy substance with a high risk of damage.


Advent of new materials in photo frames


The picture frame which was used in the old times had glass covering mounted on the frame. The glass has characteristics of sticking to the texture of the images. When the glass sticks on the texture of the images, the color of the images gets blurred, and the photo gets ruined. This is the reason for which new techniques emerged in the field of photo frames and canvas framing. Better materials like matboards, light glasses, metals and canvas framing helped us to make our memories more elegant and beautiful.


Technology plays a part in framing industry


New age photo framing focuses on the use of lighter materials. They are also designed to give the picture framing a better and great look. The latest picture framing provide a proper gapping with the photo so that the moisture do not adhere with the texture of the photograph and make the picture. In short, you can say that the images have got a real breathing space. Digital frames and custom framing have got some technology in them which can offer better lighting effect to the frames and you can also choose some custom framing with date and clock facility in them.


Nowadays you will get to see the metal frames are also used in framing the photos. With the use of metal frames the photos get a better support and backing. It looks quite spectacular when they are placed on the side table beside the bed. You will find various stores in the market which offers numerous framing options with varieties designs. Professionals are always there to help you if you are confused about the design and material of the frames.


You can design your memories in your own way with the online picture framers like PaintBoxNolita, PaintBoxArtandFraming , PaintBoxSoho. They have years of experience and expertise in the field of picture framing. These are one-stop solution for all your needs pertaining to custom designed frames, hand-crafted frames, floating frames. Come add colour to your artwork with utmost care and precision.

Brief History of Picture Frame

Frame was supposedly invented in 2nd Century B.C, when archaeologists found borders drawn on cave paintings in Etrusan. It seems, since the time people started creating art, they also started to look for ways to display them attractively.

During the middle ages, frames were hand crafted and made out of wood and then were covered with Gesso and Gold Leaf. These frames were stunning looking, and increased the interest of onlookers in the display picture. Frames later evolved from these carvings into even beautiful looking mosaics, which had decorative panels. Early Christian art form adapted these frames and these frames found their way onto ivory books and diptychs and finally into altarpieces.

The function of picture frames started changing during 14-15th century. Most of the designs at that period were modeled around church themes such as tabernacle frames. These frames although, could provide good protection from dust or water but their main purpose was symbolic. Theses frames acted like a shrine, and images inside were revered and worshiped. These eclectic designs were the first modern day picture frames and were commissioned by monarchs for purpose of boosting their status. These frames signified power and wealth due to elaborate and rich craftsmanship.

Frames created during 14th and 15th century Italy were inspired heavily by mediaeval cathedral in cross-section.

During 18th century, frames had become popular, and each country started developing their own characteristic frame form – the Italian Renaissance cassetta frame, the 18th century French Rococo frame.

Today these frames are also categorized by style of their era - renaissance, Mannerist, the polished wooden cabinetmaker's frame, Baroque, Palladian and Rococo, the Roman 'Salvator Rosa', Neoclassical frames, and the academic or artists' frames of the nineteenth- and twentieth-centuries.

The Italian Renaissance cassetta frame,

The Cabinetmaker's Frame

Baroque Frames  

The Palladian Frame

 

Neoclassical and Empire Frames  

Mannerist Frames

           

Rococo Frames

         

The Salvator Rosa Frame

Frames purely crafted by hand continued to be popular through many centuries, mainly due to absence of any modern technology. As each frame was handcrafted, each crafter provided its own unique sense of style to the frames. By 19th century with advancement in technology, handcrafted frames started seeing its downward trend as frames started getting mass produced. In today’s world, frame making is no longer a pure art form. Digital frames are being made and have features that people could have never imagined few decades back. People are able to upload picture to digital frames and show multiple pictures as slideshows. 

However, modern frames have their convenience but frames made in traditional style have their own look and feel which attracts art lovers to vintage frames till date.

Few tips and tricks that you can employ to make framing easier and attractive

Here are few Tips and Tricks that you can employ to make framing easier and attractive

Measure Twice and Cut Once

Always measure your artwork, mat, matting board and its borders meticulously. Measure it yourself and get it measured by someone else to be double sure. Make sure the numbers match and if not then work through any discrepancies to get the framing right.

Ensure Mat offset

To ensure that Mat border is not peeping from the sides of the picture make sure that you cut the Mat a little smaller then the artwork itself. To ensure mat fits properly use 1/4" - 1/8" on each side for a mat offset.

Use cellulose or tape when drilling hole for hanging picture

By using a piece of tape on wall at the place where nail will be placed can prevent chipping of your wall . So when you decide to remove your picture from that place in future the hole would be easier to fill.

Use sheet on the counter

While assembling the frame, put a sheet on the table you are doing your assembling. This will prevent your furniture and frame from being damaged.

Find the center of frame

It is always a good practice to mark the center of frame with a pencil before hanging it. This will help a lot in hanging the frame perfectly.

Order Mat Samples

It is best to order mat sample and check it in contrast to your picture. This extra step will ensure that no mistakes are made in choosing the mat color. Normally companies send mat orders for free or for a very nominal charge. This extra step will make sure that your picture perfectly matches with the mat color that you plan to use.

Use a good quality hanging tape

When mounting your precious artwork always ensure that you use good quality hanging tape. A low quality tape will sap and will lose its adhesiveness over time. Filmoplast is one of the good brand that can be used for such purpose. This tape is acid free and is easier to tear and paste. This is important because in a scenario when the artwork is pulled out of the frame the tape will tear first then the artwork. 

Always use good quality cloth and sprays to clean glazing

It is very important to use a high quality cleaning agent to wipe of dirt from glass along with a good quality cloth which does not leave scratch on your glass. To clean the frame glass, highly recommended is dish washing liquid with warm water. This works like a charm and is safe to use.

Always hang artwork from Top

It is always recommended to hang the frame from top only and leave it freely hanging at the bottom with gravity pulling it down. This prevents buckling of the frame in future.

Museum Quality Custom Picture Framing Services

While there are technological developments taking place regularly in framing industry these little handy tips and tricks if followed will lead to longevity of your frame and artwork.