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Framing 'Icicles' by Fiona Grady

30/10/2018

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To frame this unique screenprint in three colours on paper, titled 'Icicles' 2017 by site-responsive contemporary artist Fiona Grady we picked something equally mint.
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We chose a blue grey 'Flint' frame, which is one of a new unfinished real wood veneer-wrapped aluminium range, providing a deep profile with a narrow edge and the strength from a metal frame. Visit us to see the range which includes Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut and Slate. The natural grain of wood along with the sharp edges worked effectively with the geometric shapes and nature of the artwork.
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As it is an original unique screenprint which we wanted to protect as well as it to look cool, we mounted it floating in an extra-thick cotton-core mount with Anti-Reflective UV-Filtered Museum Glass. Read more about our Conservation Framing for valuable artworks.
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For more about Fiona Grady visit at her website www.fionagrady.co.uk and to buy her work - Look Up print who are selling an edition version similar to this screenprint https://www.lookupprints.com/collections/fiona-grady/products/shards

Contact us or visit our client space Tuesday to Saturdays 9am to 5pm for your framing requirements.
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Framing Hogarth Prints

28/11/2016

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A client with William Hogarth etchings was keen to remove them from the plastic 60's frames they were in and frame them in a more modern style than the period the prints were made. It was important however to frame them in a profile that was still appropriate to the style of the prints.
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There were a few good frame choices and we decided on an elegant black Ogee profile which we modified with the addition of a traditional shaped gold slip.
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The mount colour was partially influenced by the red mounts they had previously been framed in, as it is a colour which adds richness, working well with the black and gold frame. A further enhancement of a gold mount slip was added to tie the mount to the frame, completing it.
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When framing valuable prints we recommend using UV-filtered glass or acrylic, which have an option of anti-reflection.
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To update your old frames, visit our client space at Fine Artisan Frame Makers to see our collection of hand finishes and selected pre-finished frames. Contact us with your individual requirements.
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Framing a Bridget Riley Poster

28/11/2016

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A simple square wooden frame hand painted in a darkest grey tone, created the right finish for this eye-popping Op Art Bridget Riley Poster, which was float mounted on conservation board and UV filtered glass raised.

'Focusing isn't just an optical activity, it is also a mental one.' Bridget Riley
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We create individual hand finished frames. Visit our client space to view our frame samples or contact us for framing advice.
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#FineArtisanInspired - Copper is the Cat's Meow

15/3/2015

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Presenting the new Copper frame collection at Fine Artisan Conservation Framers, they are ab-so-lute-ly the Cat's Pajamas!
The Copper collection are created with 100% FSC Ayous frame mouldings,  finished with Copper foils on a trafila base from Italy in Art Deco style profiles.
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The warmth and exuberance of these mouldings compliments the rich sepia tones of old family photographs which we have been framing for our new copper inspired window display.

You can create pleasing formations with groups of photographs like the flower formation below which takes advantage of their various sizes and dimensions. Photos can be mounted using multi-aperture window mounts or float mounted to display the photos in their entirety. When framing traditionally printed photography it is important to use the highest quality mount board.

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The various types of photographic processes need to be considered to properly conserve photography. Alternatively you can have copies of your old photographs made which opens up the framing possibilities and allows for a greater choice of mount board colours.

The old family carte de visite photographic portraits we have been framing date from the early 20th Century. The Art Deco style of the copper frames enhances these photographs beautifully, delivering a sympathetic traditional style with a contemporary feel.
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We have been framing some exotic flamingo illustrations by Shelley Revill which also work splendidly with our copper collection. The depth of the copper colour emphasises the confident hot colours in the illustrations while the solid simple form is ideal for modern simple shapes.

When framing Limited Edition Prints such as these, we advise to frame to at least Conservation Framing standard.
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Here's a little more Copper inspiration for you with this dreamy romantic video - Dulux 2015 Colour of the Year 'Copper Blush' video with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Visit our Client Space at Fine Artisan Conservation Framers to view the Copper collection.

We hope you find our copper frames most agreeable as they are the Bee's Knees!
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