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Perfecting Antique Portrait Photography

The vintage look is now in vogue! Aside from themed wedding photographs, people are now looking for professionals who do vintage photography for portraits. There is just something about an antique portrait that fascinates and tickles the imagination. Antique portraits have that classic, timeless appeal that some clients would like to achieve for their own portraits. They may want to match the portraits their ancestors had or they may want the timeless appeal of vintage photographsThe good …
11th Jul 2016

Picture Frame Conservation Considerations for Photographers

Photographs are priceless treasures – these capture a moment of time that one can never go back to. These are often moments of joy, love and celebration, as well as glimpses of passing youth and innocence. As a photographer, you do your best to capture these moments. But your job does not end there. You can go the extra mile for your customers by using archival framing methods to ensure that the framed photos retain their color and quality much longer and that these photos are protected fr …
6th Jul 2016

Using Display Cases for Interior Decorating

At InLine Ovals, we do not only provide you with a wide-selection of quality picture frames. We also have a number of display cases and specialized frames that you can use to create unique and visually appealing displays. These custom display cases add a personal touch that your client may want – especially if there are personal hobbies and passions that he wants to showcase in his home.Here are InLine Ovals’ specialized display cases:-Shadow box frame. Aside from the common rectangular sh …
28th Jun 2016

Helpful Tips for Picture Framers

InLine Ovals offers helpful tips for picture frames that want to sell more oval frames and round frames. Most stores do not realize the potential for selling these types of frames. To help generate more interest, InLine Ovals suggests the following:Place oval antique picture frames on display. Additionally, add convex glass to displays so customers can see the difference how these types of frames look. These types are exceptionally popular for framing old family pictur …
20th Jun 2016

InLine Ovals Custom Framing Options and Ideas

InLine Ovals offers several types of custom framing options and ideas. They can also work with customers to create special sizes in a wide variety of shapes, colors and styles. Shadowboxes – Shadowboxes are great for displaying momentos. Three-dimensional square or rectangle shadow box frames are excellent for storing preserved floral arrangements, collectibles, flags or anything that cannot be displayed in a standard picture frame. Diamond Shaped Frames – InLine …
13th Jun 2016

Tips for Opening an Art Gallery

Opening an art gallery can be a fun and exciting experience. Art galleries attract a wide array of visitors, from the general public to serious collectors and art critics. Art gallery owners have a sincere, deep passion for art.To open an art gallery, follow these steps.Current Market Trends – Analyze the area’s current market trends. It is important to rely on experts, including government leaders, civic leaders, business leaders and local artists. Once a comprehensive research is complet …
31st May 2016

InLine Oval’s Frames are in Upscale Establishments

InLine Oval has a high-quality reputation in the frame business. As such, photographers, interior designers, floral preservationists and artists turn to them for custom designs throughout the United States and Canada.Designers are always looking for unique shapes to highlight artwork, which includes round photo frames and oval picture frames. Interior design involves creating an aesthetically pleasing balance. Upscale hotels and restaurants are always looking for designers to create a uniq …
24th May 2016

About Inline Ovals

InLine Ovals specializes in manufacturing and distributing a wide variety of picture frame goods. They specialize in round frames, oval and rectangle picture frames. They also feature convex glass, shadow boxes and mirrors. Their shadow boxes feature hand finishing with high-quality details. These shadowboxes do not include any seams or joint corners, which gives these an upscale appearance. They can also make their shadow boxes almost any depth. Top interior designers, photographers, art a …
16th May 2016

Techniques for Mounting Photos in Convex Glass Frames

A bubble glass frame features a convex piece of glass instead of the traditional flat piece of glass. This style was exceptionally popular around the turn of the 20th century, often used for displaying family portraits. Bubble glass frames are available from specialty Internet stores. To give glass its domed shape, the glass rounds are located outside the frame’s borders and the photograph is mounted inside the glass. This mimics a bubble shape. Laying a flat piece of glass into a frame mo …
10th May 2016

Interior Designers Use Several Design Standards for Hanging Multiple Picture Frames

Frame arrangements can support or establish a room’s theme. Frames can be empty for a more contemporary, visionary arrangement or filled with beautiful photos or paintings. Contemporary frames mix well with antique round picture frames, as this combination can enhance any room’s design.The shape of the frame arrangement should reflect the shape of the space. For example, a rectangle-shaped entry table should feature either the same rectangle shape or an oval picture frame. Oval frames help …
2nd May 2016