March 9th, 2010
Mixing framed artwork in creative ways can be much more interesting than one large framed piece. Odd numbers of framed art create the most pleasing effect. It is important to create some unity in the artwork but make sure to have variety for more character, everything doesn’t have to match.
Themed walls are often a good idea. Grouping a series of family photos or all black and white images in multiple sizes makes a nice presentation.
When your ready to hang the grouping, cut pieces of paper the size of the frames and tape to the wall. You can play with different layouts without making holes all over your walls.
Go ahead, get creative and have fun!
Posted in Framing Tips
February 4th, 2010
Downeast Art & Framing is proud to feature award winning artist Donald Verger’s prints as the newest addition to our ever expanding selection of local art. Many of Donald’s works can be seen as part of the Mercy Hospital collection. We currently have over 40 stunning lighthouse and nature prints in stock.
Posted in Artist Spotlight
January 29th, 2010
New framed piece we just hung in the lobby at Seaside Rehabilitation Center.
Downeast Art & Framing is helping Seaside with all new artwork to transform their walls in their new remodel.
Residents and staff are thrilled with the new artwork and warmth they bring to the space.
Posted in What's New
January 22nd, 2010
Downeast Art & Framing is Maine’s source for Thomas Kinkade. We offer a wide selection of open and limited edition art in our Gallery. Special Orders are welcome. Please visit our store or view Thomas Kinkade images on our Print Search Page for all images.
“San Francisco, Powell Street marks the 19th release in my San Francisco collection, yet this wonderful town continues to provide breathless views.
Perhaps that’s because San Francisco is such a lived-in city. Wherever you look you find dynamic street life, and the famous cable car.
In San Francisco, Powell Street I’ve taken artistic license to move the wonderful Bay Bridge into view. In middleground we see the Sir Francis Drake Hotel with its famous Starlite Roof adorned by its landmark spinning star.”
-Thomas Kinkade
Posted in Artist Spotlight
January 22nd, 2010
If you can’t see your artwork clearly because of the reflection in the glass or are worried about your artwork fading, Museum glass is the best option to protect your artwork or treasures. Museum glass not only offers 99% UV protection but has two optical layers that actually bend the rays of light allowing more clarity in your artwork. Colors will also be more vibrant without the reflection of light.
Posted in Framing Tips
January 22nd, 2010
Two or more frame moldings can be added together, or “stacked”, to create a profile unique to your work.
Posted in Framing Tips
January 22nd, 2010
Never use regular cardboard as a backing material. Cardboard is highly acidic and will damage artwork over time. Foam core or archival corrugated backing materials are the preferred backing material.
Posted in Framing Tips
January 22nd, 2010
When cleaning your framed picture, don’t spray cleaner directly on the glass. The excess can wick under the frame and cause damage to your work.
Use only an ammonia-free glass cleaner. This is especially important if you have Anti-Reflective glass such as museum glass. A new recommended glass cleaner is 50% water, 50% isopropyl alcohol. Simply spray the mixture on a towel and wipe the glass.
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January 19th, 2010
Custom Framing can transform your walls. Artwork brings a room alive complimenting your furnishing, your lifestyle and your home.
In the past, artwork was always framed for the art. A new trend in framing is to also consider the style of a room, color scheme, lighting and scale of the furniture. A simple white mat and thin frame may be appropriate in a grouping of art or photography but will be out of scale and not offer enough visual weight above a large over stuffed couch.
Designers at Downeast Art & Framing can help give great design advice for the best way to present your art and transform your living or office space.
Posted in Framing Tips
