Spaces Vol 1 Is 6

TRENDS
A D ISTINCTIVE
Text: Niti Joshi Shrestha, Frame World
TOUCH OF CLASS
It is true that no matter how good a work
of art, if it is not presented well, becomes
just one more ‘fine art’. But if care is taken
to have it presented with flair, the work
becomes an object d’art in the true sense
of the word. Adding that distinctive touch
of class, the ‘frame’ has always been an
important element in the display of works
of art.
In choosing a frame for specific works of
art it would be wise to keep these
fundamental principles in mind:
a. A picture should not be ‘over-framed’:
The frame should not command more
attention than the picture. This however,
does not necessarily mean that all picture
frames should be simple and bland. This
also should not mean to imply that the
frame must be so integrated with the work
of art that it becomes a part of it.
b.The first and most important
consideration for the frame is the proper
size. For example, the smaller the
painting, the larger the frame it requires,
and larger paintings can usually be
framed pleasingly with narrower
moldings.
c. Aluminum frames with high gloss or
metallic finish are particularly suitable for
framing modern works of art.
CUSTOM FRAMING
Why does custom picture framing play such an important role in home and office
decoration? Perhaps one reason is that framing is an affordable way to create a
completely unique handmade design object-one that reflects your individual taste
and personality. By definition, a custom frame is one-of-its-kind, designed with you
and for you alone-something that helps express who you are.Custom framing, like
original art, is a lasting investment. A well made custom frame that you purchase
today will look as good as new twenty or thirty years down the line. If you own
valuable artwork or have irreplaceable mementoes or documents, custom framing
is the best way to both enjoy and protect them. Framing will guard such priceless
possessions from damage that will almost inevitably occur due to improper handling,
dust, humidity, pollution, etc when they are stuck away in a drawer. And, of course,
neither you nor anyone else can appreciate them unless they are displayed on
your walls.
d. Wooden frames are ideal for all
classical motifs. The colours of wooden
surfaces are more delicate than aluminum
and therefore produce a soft and warm
effect. Besides, wooden frames are
available in many different colours.
e. As far as width of borders is concerned,
it is good to go with the principle of: small
format-narrow border; large format-wide
border. The question arises, how do you
define what is small and what is large? If
in doubt, it is better to choose a slightly
wider frame border because it is the only
way to guarantee that the frame achieves
the desired effect.
98 SEP-OCT 2005 SPACES