Specialty Framing

Creative Mounting, Wrapping and Laminating By Chris A. Paschke, CPF, GCF This companion to The Mounting and Laminating Handbook is written for creative picture framers and photographers who want to achieve the most from their dry mounting equipment and design skills. As a technical reference book geared to both beginners and seasoned veterans, it is a complete source for unusual and traditional techniques, materials, equipment, and tips. Softcover, 176 pages $19.95 Item No. B011

Guidelines for Great Frame Design By Greg Perkins, CPF Guidelines for Great Frame Design is an impressive new coffee table-style book that will help you select the right frame and matting for any piece of art. Using easy to understand guidelines along with hundreds of examples, it will guide you through the process of picture framing design, helping you turn any piece of art into a striking visual presentation. Featuring hundreds of color photos, this volume provides vivid examples of a wide range of framing options, providing ideas for almost any kind of art. This book is great for art and framing retailers looking for impressive frame designs, homeowners who want to enhance their homes with art, and interior designers looking for new ideas for clients’ homes of offices. Soft Cover,  128  pages $29.95 Item No. B026S

Needlework Framing (Volume 3: The Library of Professional Picture Framing) By Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF Topics in the book include: block and stretch needlepoint, 12 methods of mounting textiles, pins staples, lacing, 15 projects, types of needlework and fabric, fabric construction, notions, cleaning, repairs, pressing. Learn to frame crewel, needlepoint, cross-stitch, antique samplers, quilt, scarf, kimono, carpet, scroll, hanky, doily, Persian art, papyrus, weaving, and flag. Softcover, 96 pages $24 Item No. B027

Mounting Methods (Volume 5: The Library of Professional Picture Framing) By Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF From the “The Library of Professional Picture Framing,” this reference guide to mounting includes step-by-step instructions for dry mounting, wet mounting, spray adhesive, pressure-sensitive methods, and selecting the appropriate mounting board. Learn about adhesives: wet paste, pressure-sensitive, dry mount tissues, and film. Read about how to handle buckling, bubbles, and other problems. Set up a mounting worktable and workstation. Types of mounting equipment and accessories, laminating, and canvas transfers. Also, there is a quick reference mounting method chart. Softcover,  96  pages $24 Item No. B043

Framing Photography (Volume 6: The Library of Professional Picture Framing) By Allan R. Lamb, CPF Topics include: a quick identification chart, a photography timeline, early presentation techniques, as well as suitable framing methods for: ambrotypes, daguerreotypes, albumens, tintypes, Ilfochrome Classics®, Polaroid®, snapshots and more! Learn how to mount photos with dry, pressure-sensitive, wet and spray methods. Projects and creative framing cases, hinged boxes and montages are also covered. Softcover, 96 pages $24 Item No. B051

Framing Collectibles (Volume 7: The Library of Professional Picture Framing) By Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF Packed with information about shadow box framing, with dozens of projects from 50 framers. Fourteen methods for support and attachment. Building deep frames, double-sided frames, and frames with doors. Softcover,  93  pages $24 Item No. B299

Barton's Multi-Angle Framing Guide By Glenn Barton Multi-angle framing can be a new profit center for your business when you offer the shapes and designs that more and more customers are demanding. Barton’s Multi-Angle Framing Guide will be a valuable resource to expand your creativity. It gives you the exact angle and length for each frame, information on cutting mats and mirrors, and instructions on how to price multi-angle frames. Illustrations and instructions are included for triangles, 5-sided, 8-sided, 10-sided, and up to 26-sided frames, as well as special shapes such as hearts, footballs, and arrowheads. Binder, 104 pages $38 Item No. B531

Decorative Accessories Made from Moulding Have you ever wondered what to do with all those pieces of scrap moulding? In this book, ideas from 10 framers show you how to transform these scraps into imaginative creations. Read about what to make, how to measure, cutting, building, lining, and finishing tips. There’s step-by-step instructions for dozens of projects, including clocks, boxes, a tray, a wall shelf, sconces, a humidor, a jewelry box, a business card holder, a bulletin board, a three-panel screen, a curio cabinet, and architectural elements. Softcover,  32  pages $16 Item No. B604

An Introduction to Water Gilding By Marty Horowitz and Lou Tilmont Now in its second printing, this book from two masters in the gilding trade answers your questions about materials and techniques. It’s full of step-by-step instructions, photos of the techniques, and recipes that really work! This book will lead you through the complete process of water gilding, from the treatment of raw wood and the preparation and application of gesso to preparing the clay and laying leaf. There are also chapters on ways to seal and finish the frame using time-honed techniques. Both beginning and advanced gilders will gain much from this book. Softcover, 37 pages $24.95 Item No. B605

Randy Hufford DVD Collection By Randy Hufford Entire series of 5 DVDs The Perfect Print by Randy Hufford....DVD 1 Calibration, DVD 2 Ink and Media, DVD 3 Digital Art Enhancements, DVD 4 Finishing Techniques, DVD 5 Marketing Giclee DVD,  0  pages $249 Item No. D100

The Perfect Print: Calibration (Steps to Soft Proofing) By Randy Hufford In Volume 1 of 5, Randy discusses how the equipment and software being used will determine standards of quality for archival prints. Discover calibration and workflow explanations with variables that will help you better understand the full calibration process. Topics covered include Delta E tolerance, calibration frequency, work environment, soft proofing, black point compensation, and more. , 0 pages $59 Item No. D101

The Perfect Print: Ink & Media By Randy Hufford In Volume 2 of 5, you’ll learn all the technical aspects of ink jet printers, as well as how to make educated decisions in your ink and media choices. This DVD will also provide detailed demonstration of Image Print third party RIP that will help increase your productivity along with the quality of your prints. This is your chance to learn all about drivers vs. RIP, ICC printer profiles, optical brighteners, and canvas media. ,  0  pages $59 Item No. D102

The Perfect Print: Digital Art Enhancements By Randy Hufford Digital fine art is a combination of photography and digitally created files. In Volume 3 of 5, Randy will demonstrate how and why digital files need to be enhanced and optimized in order to create fine art that is truly worth top dollar. Discover how to proficiently use Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom to create beautiful images. Other topics include non-destructive editing, dodging and burning, sharpening, and managing workspace. , 0 pages $59 Item No. D103

The Perfect Print: Finishing Techniques By Randy Hufford Perfect prints from your inkjet printer need proper preparation and finishing techniques to ensure longevity. In Volume 4 of 5, learn how to avoid the common problem of faded and cracked prints, or yellowed coatings. This DVD will present a solution to these problems that will guarantee success when finishing a print. Canvas Prints and their use, stretching canvas, fine art papers, and mounting are just some of the in-depth topics discussed. ,  0  pages $59 Item No. D104

The Perfect Print: Marketing Giclee By Randy Hufford In the 5th and final volume, Randy will share his insights and experiences on how to increase your sales and exposure of fine art prints. Great marketing leads to better sales and more customers. Learn how to market fine art to galleries and gift stores, as well as how to negotiate and keep licensing rights. You’ll also look at how Specialty Soft software can help manage and track your sales, customer information, and consignments. , 0 pages $59 Item No. D105

Framing Needlework By Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF This DVD provides learning how to frame any kind of needlework or fabric. This entertaining and informational one hour program shows many types of needlework and demonstrates the handling techniques required for professional quality framing. Counted cross-stitch, needlepoint, doilies, rugs, silk scarves, baby clothing and much more. Topics include: identifying needlework types; materials notions, fabrics, boards; mounting techniques stapling, sewing, couching, pinning, lacing, newberry fit. DVD,  0  pages $30 Item No. D167

Mounting Methods - DVD By Vivian Kistler, CPF, GCF Learn the basics of full mounting techniques for picture framing. Step-by-step demonstrations fill this entertaining and instructional one hour program with practical information, using a variety of equipment. Topics include: introduction to mounting; wet mounting; dry mounting with mechanical and vacuum presses; pressure-sensitive mounting; and spray mounting. DVD, 0 pages $30 Item No. D698

Picture Framing Magazine Picture Framing Magazine is the only magazine devoted exclusively to custom picture framing. A one-year subscription includes 12 monthly issues, plus an annual directory of sources of supplies and suppliers. Each monthly issue contains articles on business, frame design, mat decoration, mounting, and much more. Subscribe online, just click here.

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