Mat, Mount, and Frame It Yourself - Couverture souple

Logan, David

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0823030385 ISBN 13 : 9780823030385

Editeur : Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S., 2002

Synopsis

This volume demonstrates how easy it can be to mat, mount and frame art on paper and cloth, as well as three-dimensional objects. It provides step-by-step instructions on: determining measurements and proportions; selecting colours and accents for matting; obtaining the necessary materials and equipment; cutting the material to size; matting, mounting and framing the art; and glazing, installing and hanging framed art. There are illustrations and sidebars to assist the reader, and the final chapter discusses how to turn this hobby into a profitable business.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Now it’s easier than ever to save time and money doing your own framing at home.

This one-stop source demonstrates how easy it is to mat, mount, and frame art on paper and cloth, as well as three-dimensional objects. Readers will discover, step by step, how to determine measurements and proportions . . . select colors and accents for matting . . . obtain the necessary materials and equipment . . . cut the materials to size . . . mat, mount, and frame the art (including the cold, hard truth about making your own frames) . . . and glaze, install, and hang framed art. Helpful sidebars and clear illustrations make everything easy. Plus, a final chapter offers suggestions on how to turn this inexpensive and rewarding hobby into a profitable business.

Biographie de l'auteur

David Logan has taught matting and framing throughout the US for over 15 years. He lives in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S.
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0823030385
• ISBN 13: 9780823030385
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 160
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible