Matting, Framing, and Hanging Your Photographs

Describes the creative considerations and the process behind matting and framing, and shows how to plan and hang a photo display, whether in a gallery or in your home.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Using this course
• Understanding why we frame

1. Getting Started

• Visiting a professional framing studio
• Working with a framer's vocabulary
• Conversing with a framer

2. Working with Mats

• Selecting a mat
• Deciding on the window size
• Understanding standard vs. custom mats
• Using a handheld mat cutter
• Using a production mat cutter
• Assembling the mat
• Mounting art in a mat
• Mounting the art with photo corners
• Mounting the art with repositionable mounting adhesive (RPMA)
• Exploring troubleshooting techniques

3. Choosing a Frame and Glazing

• Selecting a frame
• Understanding the kinds of glazing
• Cutting glass
• Scoring acrylic
• Sawing acrylic
• Keeping the glass clean

4. Putting It All Together

• Assembling an easel back frame
• Assembling a metal frame
• Using a V-nailer to assemble a chopped frame
• Putting the frame, glazing, mat, and art together
• Using a band clamp for assembly
• Reviewing alternative hanging devices

5. Hanging a Show

• Prepping the show
• Using a wall as a canvas
• Hanging the show

6. Hanging Work at Home

• Introduction to hanging tools
• Using lasers for precision
• Hanging on plaster and lath
• Hanging on either drywall or panelling
• Hanging on brick, stone, or steel
• Lighting your work

Conclusion

• Goodbye