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What is "Neutral Framing"

4/29/2015

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Neutral framing (to me) is when the frame, mat and art are in such harmony that no one element stands out from the rest.  When you look at the art and just go aaaahh!   "Neutral need not be boring!"

When looking at art ask yourself these questions:
  • What is the color I see the most of?
  • What element of the art do you want to emphasize?
  • What do you want to minimize?
  • Does the style of art fit where I want to hang it?  Do the colors work in the room, with my furniture, with how I want the room to feel?
  • Is this a trend piece or is it a piece to last many years?
  • Do I like looking at it and will I like it for a long time?
  • Did the art cost a lot of money or just a bit?

All of these questions factor into creating your custom framed art.  It helps guide how we design it, how much you spend and where it will hang in your home.

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5/19/2023 12:03:10 pm

Hi nice reading your post

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8/15/2023 11:40:24 am

I was captivated when you mentioned that element of the art you want to be emphasized must be considered. My friend wants to opt for custom picture framing. I should advise her to turn to a firm that can execute her desired frame.

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    • My Personal Framer >
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      • Pictorial History of 115 N College St
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      • Elements-Beyond Basics
      • Elements-Neutral Framing?
      • Elements-Mats
      • Elements -Protection
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      • Elements-Memorabilia and Memory Box Framing
    • Frame Design Samples & Ideas >
      • Gallery Frame Projects
      • Client Frame Designs
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      • Jim Christensen
      • Jim Nilsen
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        • Joanne Kollman Bio
      • Terry McIllrath
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      • Annora Spence
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    • Framing Corner Blog