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11×14 Matted Photo Ornamental Sunflower in a garden $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Photo of Black & White Wildflower $14.00 |
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11×14 Double Matted Photo of a Buck Deer $16.00 |
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11×14 Matted Black & White Photo of Blazing Star Flower $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Color Photo of two Mule Doe Deer $14.00 |
More Matted Photo Results At The Bottom Of The Page
Matting a Picture
Matting is the initial step in any framing project, and involves the use of a thin piece of specially treated cardboard known as mat board. The picture frame mat is a decorative touch to be sure; however, matting serves several practical and protective functions as well when it comes to archival preservation. These include protecting the photograph from acidity and temperature fluctuations as well as separating the surface of the photo from the glazing material. When shopping for picture matting supplies, it’s a good idea to buy the best you can afford. Low-quality mat board is often worse than using nothing at all.
Often, picture framing supplies can be purchased as a comprehensive kit that includes custom picture frames as well. These are fine to use, and can be purchased online or from a real-world art supply store; the only disadvantage is that the photo frames that are often included are for a specific size of photo or other image; therefore, if your artifact is not of a standard size, you may have to have a frame specially made, or create one yourself.
It’s important to understand that the matting process requires some patience, and a fairly high degree of skill. If you make even one small mistake, the mat board will be wasted and you’ll have to start all over again. It’s best to use a metal straight edge with some kind of measurement markings on it, a metal “T-square” and a fine cutting tool such as an “X-Acto” knife in order to obtain the best results. Even better, spend a little extra and get a professional mat cutter if you plan on doing a great many projects like this; they’re easier to use and make it a simple matter to achieve clean, straight, beveled cuts.
Among the other picture matting supplies you’ll need to gather are a pencil and eraser, fine-grade sandpaper and a perfectly flat surface to protect the surface on which you’ll be cutting the mat board.
The choice of mat board, like that of custom picture frames, should be based on not only your own personal preferences but also the colors and tones of the photo or other image as well as the type and color of photo frames used and not least of all, the area in which the image will be displayed. Picture matting supplies come in many different colors; try to choose muted, neutral colors that do not distract from the artifact itself.
It’s also smart to buy enough mat board to allow for errors. Chances are if you have not done picture matting before, you’ll wind up going through a couple of mat boards before you’re finished.
About the Author
Susan Slobac is an avid photographer. Susan believes a picture frame is more than just fashion; it’s a safeguard for something you love.
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11×14 Matted Photo Ornamental Sunflower in a garden $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Photo of Black & White Wildflower $14.00 |
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11×14 Double Matted Photo of a Buck Deer $16.00 |
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11×14 Matted Black & White Photo of Blazing Star Flower $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Color Photo of two Mule Doe Deer $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Photo of a Great Horned Owl in Tree $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Black&White Photo of Blazing Star Flowers $14.00 |
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11×14 Matted Color Photo of two Mourning Doves on fence $14.00 |
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16×20 Wall Art Photo Matted … Haunted House Abstract $19.77 |
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HAWAII HULA DANCERS~Matted 1800s Historical Photo $14.99 |
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French Provence LAVENDER Field Harvest Matted Photo Art $25.00 |
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Truckee River Calm Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Epiphany Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Retro Boat, Tahoe Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Tahoe Abstract Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Placid Rapids Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Majestic Sedona Matted Fine Art Photo by David Clark $14.95 |
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Matted Last Cast Photo $1.99 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photograph .44 Magnum Revolver $8.88 |
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Matted 8×10 Art Photograph … Alien Sea Eggs Hatching $8.88 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photograph .. B&W w/ Yellow Flower $8.88 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photo.. Painted Golf Course Bunker $8.88 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration – “Illuminating Light” $15.00 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration – “Looking Beyond a Fear” $15.00 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration – “I Wrote Your Name” $15.00 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration “Never Wish the Time Away” $15.00 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration – “Life is Short” $15.00 |
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Matted Photos of Inspiration – “Beacon of Light” $15.00 |
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Matted Beautiful Key West Sunset Photograph $35.00 |
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Matted Beautiful Cape Neddick Lighthouse Photograph $35.00 |
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Matted Beautiful “Illuminating Light” Photograph $35.00 |
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Matted Beautiful “In a World of Calm” Photograph $35.00 |
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Matted Beautiful “Split Rock Lighthouse” Photograph $35.00 |
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Matted Beautiful “Birds Eye View” Photograph $35.00 |
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ADORABLE PHOTOGRAPH OF A BROWN SQUIRREL MATTED 14″x11″ $12.99 |
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Photo, picture print matted & signed, orange mum flower $7.00 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photograph …. Blue Bird Pop Art $8.88 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photograph ……. Big Purple Rose $8.88 |
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8×10 Matted Photograph Cala Lilies calla lily flower a $24.99 |
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Washington Monument Photograph 5X7 matted to 8X10 $18.95 |
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CHRIS SOUDER ORIGNAL MATTED MOUNTAIN PHOTO $25.00 |
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PHOTO SET OF 6 MATTED BLACK AND WHITE FLOWER PHOTOS $8.99 |
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PHOTO SET OF 6 MATTED BLACK AND WHITE LANDSCAPE PHOTOS $8.99 |
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ART 8×10 Matted Photograph Plum Island Boardwalk 269 $14.99 |
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Framed & Matted Photo Pyramids at Sunrise 20″ x 24″ $75.00 |
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Photo picture print matted & signed Water Wheel $7.00 |
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Matted 8×10 Wall Art Photograph .44 Magnum Revolver $8.88 |
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Photo picture print signed & matted Wooded Stream $7.00 |
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Abstract Belly Dancer Matted & Framed Photo 18″ x 22″ $67.50 |
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Bread Shop in Syria Matted and Framed Photo 18″ x 22″ $57.50 |
MUHAMMAD ALI AUTOGRAPH/SIGNED PHOTO FRAMED & MATTED
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