Thursday, August 27, 2015

Different Types Of Framing For Designers

By Alice Bursnell


It is of utmost importance that the type of framework chosen by a designer be unique. Framing for designers cannot be over emphasized since it may be the difference between a perfectly executed piece or shady workmanship. Frames are commonly found in wooden, metallic or plastic materials.

Artists are able to create many different designs by simply manipulating the primary tools. This may vary from creating different patterns, taking two different wood types and merging them together or even simply painting the frame with different shades of the same color.

The border is like the crown of the artwork. Designers are usually at task to bring out the best of a piece by choosing an appropriate border. Making a poor choice may downplay the attributes of the picture and fail to bring the intended allure. A designer therefore has to understand how best to capture the audience by applying different frame types.

Key factors to consider when making this choice include which material to use, what type and color mat to apply and the selection of an appropriate mounting board. Some artist even choose to put a glass cover or just leave it open.

Wooden frameworks have a higher preference amongst artists. The general reasoning behind this is that it adds a touch of individualism to the resulting artwork. Since wood is highly customizable and comes in different types such as mahogany or oak. Designers can curve unique patterns on the frame thereby increasing its appeal greatly. The final arbiter is usually the viewer who upon viewing such intricate work is always amazed.

When working with metal, an artist may not necessarily be at liberty to tinker around with the customization of the frame as he would if it were wooden. This however does not mean that metal would not ideally add aesthetic value to the picture. In some cases working with wood would yield terrible results. Picture a black and white painting on a brown clear vanish border. Clearly it lacks appeal. This is the saving grace for the other materials since wood will not always be the best choice.

The mat board and the glass are just as important if not even more. The matting draws the attention of the viewer inwards by creating a border between the frame and the art. Although some designers opt to do without the glass cover, it is usually rather important in protecting the image against mechanical damages such as scuffs.

What is clear is that the decision to pick a suitable frame design all lies in the hands of the designer




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