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It may seem simple to choose a picture frame. They can’t all be that different from one another, right? The short answer is yes, they can. There are several points to consider when choosing the right picture frame for your favorite photographs or art pieces.Is the piece vintage or modern? Where will it hang? How has it been displayed in the past? These are all valid questions that need to be asked when considering the display frame. Using these guidelines below will help you to determine j …

Summer is coming to a close and students and teachers alike are getting ready to return to school. Before the first official day back, teachers are hard at work in their classrooms, creating environments where learning is fun, exciting and accessible. Here are some creative ways to use picture frames in your classroom décor. Create a “Get to Know You” board. Use round wooden frames to frame pictures taken of each student. Have a list underneath the picture frame with the student’s name a …

Starting a new hotel? Redesigning? Looking for that extra something to top it all off? You've decided so much already: colours, patterns, room sizes, catering, employees and so much more. The finishing touches don't have to be a hassle as well. Keep it simple. Chelsea Hotels utilized a simple arrangement of simple matte black and champagne gold picture frames to create an elegant collage above the beds. View Matte Black Ovals and Champagne Gold Picture Frames featured in this pict …

As a professional photographer, one way of adding to the sales price of your photo is to have it professionally framed. Picture frames can serve to draw the eye to the photo and give a clear delineation between the piece and the wall. Also, the right choice of picture frame style and color, matting and glazing add to the visual impact of your photo. Meanwhile, a cheap frame can also make your photos look cheap and unappealing.InLine Ovals provides you with a wide range of picture frame cho …

More than just providing structural support, a picture frame can enhance a piece, helping to set the mood, giving the artwork some context and additional dimension. As an artist, you may find it more profitable to have your pieces framed before selling it. The right choice of frame can even help justify your asking price for your work.At InLine Ovals, we offer professionals a wide range of wood picture frames in a variety of finishes, designs, colors, shapes and sizes to address your frami …

As an artist, your goal is to find the right home for your artwork, where the piece is appreciated and can inspire and breathe beauty to a certain space. A picture frame will help solidify your voice using your selected media. The right frame will help provide the right decorative context for your piece.Let us take a look at some types of pieces (paintings, posters, etc.) and some tips for choosing the right frame for your selected genre:Picture Frame Options for Classical Still LifeAntiq …

Picture frames do not simply house photos or artwork. A well-selected picture frame should make an amazing piece of artwork shine even more. On the other hand, if you put a piece of artwork on a poorly selected frame, you will end up detracting from the beauty of the masterpiece.Now, it can be useful to remember that there is no single frame design that fits all requirements. You will need to exercise your creativity and aesthetic instincts to choose the right combination of artwork and p …

It is what artists and photographers dream of: to share their work with others who will appreciate and enjoy them, and hopefully, purchase them. An art exhibit is a great way to introduce yourself to the art world and potential patrons.Now, how do you prepare your photos or paintings for an exhibition? Here are some tips: Decide whether you want to go solo or be part of the group. If you are a newbie, carefully consider whether you want to have the full focus on you and your work. If you …

Special Announcement: Inline Ovals now has a division specializing in Commercial Design. After working with many professionals in this line of picture framing, we have seen an increased need for framers to know where to turn to place volume orders on picture frames with the same beautiful, gallery quality finish as just ordering one. At Inline Ovals we have worked with art consultants, designer and framers to assist in the design to the actual conception of the desired picture frame or wood work …