bweber Loc: Newton, MA

I purchase my frames from https://www.framedestination.com. They will custom cut frames and mats in any dimension you desire. They also sell a line of high quality stock frames and mats. They use museum quality components, ship very quickly, provide some bulk prices and are very helpful.

CanonTom Loc: Birmingham

SierraP Loc: Eastern Sierras

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drklrd Loc: Cincinnati Ohio

work with the standard formats of frames. Such as 8X10 , 11X14 , or 16X 20 , or 22 X 28 and so on. Most frames readily come in these sizes. The 35 mm camera never was designed for standard size frames just like the DX od FX digitals of today. In fact the Hasselblad is still a square format I do believe. These standard frame sizes started out when photograph cameras actually had glass negatives. Those were 4x5 and 5x7 sizes. In view digital cameras they still are that size.

old poet

May I ask what you mean by " Pad the canvass?"

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

I think Bill was referring to extending the canvas size in Photoshop so that the exterior dimensions would fit a standard frame, while your non-conforming image size nestled in the middle Here's how in PS Elements (with photo examples):

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-552404-1.html

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chasgroh Loc: Buena Park, CA

...yes, this is fairly easy to do in Photoshop (I don't know Elements, so can't comment). Thing is, personally, I abhor uneven borders and don't buy pre-made frames or mats. I do all my framing myself and solve the problem. I know, I know...but that's hard! Not so much, really, especially on the matting end of things. A little more of a skillset on the framing side, but if my goal is to sell framed prints, I want to be able to deliver the goods, in, to me anyway, a balanced, artistic way. Wood frames are one thing, and there are many problems to solve as you move to the *finished* product, but if you search around you can find random length aluminum components along with pieces that join the corners. Then you are out the cost of a miter saw and some small hand tools. Glass is another issue, but non-reflective is out there (I'm not a big fan of a bunch of glare/reflections with a piece below) and can be cut to size (here you may want to get a glass shop involved). All told, once you enter into the DIY framing world, you will see why the costs are high to get it done, but I can't see making a ton of compromises with my art just to be able to buy a ready made frame. YMMV. And, BTW, I am a cabinet maker and don't do the aluminum extrusion thing, although if I ever get into selling prints, you bet I will. My wood frames are pretty special to highlight how I do my canvas prints...I'm angling to sell those first; here's an example, there's a bit of process to this...

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elent

Thanks. Explanation and an example. Perfect!

Bill P

Chain stores like Michael's and others do a good job for a reasonable price. I knew a photographer who had lots of framing done, and she always got the thin, black frames. I think she called them "museum frames."[/quote]

Locally, the chains, Michaels and Hobby Lobby, are some of the most expensive. Look for a small local independent shop.

Yes, the thin black frames (either the aluminum ones that only show a rim of black about a 1/4 inch, or the wood ones that are about an inch on a side define thin) are called museum frames because that's what museums commonly use. that is generally combined with showing a generous amount of Matte around the artwork.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

I should have made the disclaimer that I don't recommend my way if you're going to sell Your photo is gorgeous, but must be downloaded to know that. See how flat colored and dark it is in thumbnail? That's because you didn't save as sRGB color space for web.

chasgroh Loc: Buena Park, CA

...oooooh! I didn't know that and have mused why my colors don't come out good! So, I need to go back and "save as sRGB color space for web" out of Photoshop? Thanks Linda, you've solved a huge bugbear for me!

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

You're welcome! My brain is just bursting with little tidbits I picked up on UHH

xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

Great idea & shot Linda!