Photograph Print Framing Ideas

Frames

• Many different kinds of frames are available. Choose a theme for the room where you will be putting up the frame and select frames that will complement the decor of the room. The type of frame that will suit a photograph also depends on the finish of the photo. Sepia-toned photos are usually placed in antique, gold-plated frames, while black and white prints look great on black frames.

Matting

• The matting of a frame can emphasize a photo and make it more appealing. Textured matting can be used to achieve an elegant look for your prints. However, while soft hues may be popular, you may also go beyond the typical white or cream color by using contrasting matting for your prints. For example, a black and white photograph may stand out with a bright-colored matting, such as yellow.

Collage

• Framing prints in a collage is a popular way to make the pictures stand out. It is an elegant way to frame a set of prints, especially studio photographs. Frames that are made for collages can be bought at frame stores or craft shops. These frames have several windows where you can put three to five pictures to make a set. For a fun frame, use regular frames and affix the photos at different angles on a background sheet or matting before framing.

Professional

• You can have your photograph print professionally framed at a frame shop. This is commonly used for odd-sized or enlarged prints that may need a custom frame. Clear2C, a framing company, specializes in acrylic frames that give your prints a clean, sleek look when hung on the wall. The advantage of having the print professionally framed is that you may also opt for special treatments such as glossy, matte or satin that you may not be able to get with a store-bought frame and matting.