Custom framing a piece of art is a great way to add a clean, elevated, and personalized touch to your home or office space! Whether it’s a piece created by your child, a print you picked up during a museum tour, or an original from an artist you love, the right frame will ensure it receives the visibility it deserves.
Once you’ve decided to get it professionally framed, however, there are a lot of choices you now need to make to have it turn into the artwork of your dreams! Not sure where to begin? Here are the key things you’ll have to think about for your framing project.
But First: Why Custom-Frame Your Art?
Custom-framed artwork allows you to have complete control over the overall aesthetic of your art from start to finish. The wrong frame can turn your eye-catching piece into a complete eyesore! Plus, you can ensure that your beautiful artwork complements the space where you hang it, creating a professional and cohesive look for your home or office. A great frame can also protect your art for years to come.
- Style of the Frame
- The frame sets the tone for your new art project. Sleek metals evoke a modern feel, ornate woods lean towards tradition, and distressed finishes bring a rustic charm. Choose one that complements both the art and your décor style. This blog from Jackson Art has a great overview of how to choose a frame, and our in-house experts can also help.
- Color Coordination
- Select frame and mat colors that pull tones from the artwork or the space you plan to hang the art in to create a cohesive, intentional look that ties the room together. We have hundreds of options to choose from!
- Matting as a Design Element
- Mats, which add a border between the art and the frame, add visual breathing room and can make smaller pieces feel bigger. You can play with how wide or narrow the matting is, as well as the colour.
- Scale and Proportion
- A larger frame or wider mat can make a piece feel grander, while thinner frames keep the look sleek and minimal. Consider how the piece will balance with nearby furniture or other wall décor.
- Glass or No Glass
- For a more polished finish, opt for glass or acrylic—glare-resistant options keep the focus on the art. For canvas or textured pieces, glass may not be necessary.
- Room Aesthetic
- Think about where the piece will live. A bold, statement frame might be perfect for a living room centerpiece, while a minimalist style might suit a gallery wall or hallway.
At Monk Office, we have over 50 years of in-house professional framing experience, along with hundreds of personalization options. While it may sound like a lot, we have helped thousands of customers find the perfect framing option for their unique piece of art. What’s important to you is important to us. Come on down to Victoria or Sidney, and let’s work as a team to make it all come together!