Thanks for sharing. I like the drop shadow of the floated print. This also totally eliminates the need for over mats and thus reduces size of overall framing. For conservation purposes of traditional silver photographs on fiber paper I would dry mount the image to acid free backing materials rather than taping.
The problem with taping all four corners of the artwork, and thus locking it in place, is, that it will not be able to adapt to changes in humidity. This will cause the paper to deform horribly. If you still want to float mount your paper this way, never expose it to harsh humidity changes.
@@darb6205 the best and safest way to display paper artwork is to use a passepartout frame and a glass. depending on your budget you can use a uv-resistant glass. if you cant afford museum class framing, try not to hang it above a heater or in humid places (bathroom, washing room etc.) and avoid direct sunlight (you can use led's for highlights). there are also other cool ways to display paper. for inspo you can visit your local art museum :)
sally st.germain I’ve used ones from ikea and Aaron Brothers. They both have metal tabs, which I was able to bend over. They didn’t end up being as long as they were before, but it held the art just fine. I hope this helps!
Amazing tutorial, I am trying to frame a deckle Hahnemuehle 17x22 wedding photo of my daughter to give her as a gift, your video was what I was looking for , however I could not find a link to the frame from your description, any other frames has to have the depth to accommodate this method, could you please elaborate? thx.
Hi PhotoZen , The frame I used is from Ikea, but I’ve also found a couple others at Aaron Brothers that are a little deeper. The tabs to close the frame are slightly shorter due to the acrylic, but I was still able bend the tabs with pliers and close it. Does this make sense? I hope this helps! :)
Please do not use any self adhesive tape for mounting valuable artwork The solvents will absorb into the paper and devalue it. This is a fine method for decorative art until the tape lets go
@@darb6205 we use methyl cellulose paste and Japanese paper to match the thickness of the art inserted in slits cut in the backboard The hinge should rip before the artwork
They are linked in the description. There's also a link to the blog post where I go into more detail. www.thesavvyheart.com/journal/2017/7/27/how-to-float-mount-art-in-a-picture-frame
The Savvy Heart, please can you confirm that the matboard is about 4-5mm thick? The foam board does look like 5mm, but the *matboard* looks a lot thinner, 1mm at most.
Great idea! I don't see why not. Washi tape probably isn't "archival-grade" but you'd get the same result. The linen tape I used feels very similar to washi tape, just thicker.
This was a very helpful tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to create it and post it for the rest of us. :)
Valerie J. McFadden you’re so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!! :)
Clear and simple tutorial. Just what I was looking for. Thank you!
Looking for the most attractive way to frame watercolors. Thanks for sharing 🙏.
Just saw in the description that you have the spacers linked - thank you!
This made a Warhol poster I bought look so LEGIT afterwards!! Thanks
Spacely that’s so awesome!! ✨ It's by far my favorite way to frame pictures!
Awesome…Love your tutorials!❤
this is good, looking around to get this type of finish for a while, so thanks
Very useful for me as an artist trying to frame odd shapes
Great to hear!
Thanks for sharing. I like the drop shadow of the floated print. This also totally eliminates the need for over mats and thus reduces size of overall framing. For conservation purposes of traditional silver photographs on fiber paper I would dry mount the image to acid free backing materials rather than taping.
Thank you..very helpful and easy to understand!
You are so welcome! Happy to help!
Great video!
Just the information I need. Well done video👍
very helpful video! thank you for sharing - it was really easy to follow. where do you purchase you spacers?
Great tutorial! Thank you for sharing this.
Paola Bueso so happy you enjoyed it!! ✨
This is fabulous, thank you so much! Very helpful!
thank you so much for this!
The problem with taping all four corners of the artwork, and thus locking it in place, is, that it will not be able to adapt to changes in humidity. This will cause the paper to deform horribly. If you still want to float mount your paper this way, never expose it to harsh humidity changes.
how would you go about fixing valuable art please without tape, and allowing for humidity fluctuations?
/i am in this situation atm
@@darb6205 the best and safest way to display paper artwork is to use a passepartout frame and a glass. depending on your budget you can use a uv-resistant glass. if you cant afford museum class framing, try not to hang it above a heater or in humid places (bathroom, washing room etc.) and avoid direct sunlight (you can use led's for highlights). there are also other cool ways to display paper. for inspo you can visit your local art museum :)
This was so helpful! Thank you!
You're so welcome!
What type of frame did you use? All my frames backings are so snug I can’t fit the extra matte board and foam core..
sally st.germain I’ve used ones from ikea and Aaron Brothers. They both have metal tabs, which I was able to bend over. They didn’t end up being as long as they were before, but it held the art just fine. I hope this helps!
Will any glass frame work, or do I need a specific depth for the frame?
I think it’ll depend on the spacers you choose and if the frame has “flexible” metal tabs to fold over the frame. I hope that helps!
Great tutorial! Thank you.
Daniel Mcilwraith thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it! :)
Amazing tutorial, I am trying to frame a deckle Hahnemuehle 17x22 wedding photo of my daughter to give her as a gift, your video was what I was looking for , however I could not find a link to the frame from your description, any other frames has to have the depth to accommodate this method, could you please elaborate? thx.
Hi PhotoZen , The frame I used is from Ikea, but I’ve also found a couple others at Aaron Brothers that are a little deeper. The tabs to close the frame are slightly shorter due to the acrylic, but I was still able bend the tabs with pliers and close it. Does this make sense? I hope this helps! :)
Nice. Thanks!
Sweet!
Please do not use any self adhesive tape for mounting valuable artwork
The solvents will absorb into the paper and devalue it.
This is a fine method for decorative art until the tape lets go
It's acid free artist's tape
@@naylak5718 i was just about to say this
how would you go about fixing valuable art please without tape, am in this situation atm
@@naylak5718 yea - fine but not ok because of the solvents will get into the paper
@@darb6205 we use methyl cellulose paste and Japanese paper to match the thickness of the art
inserted in slits cut in the backboard
The hinge should rip before the artwork
Where do you purchase your acrylic spacers? Do you look for a certain size in them? Thank you.
They are linked in the description. There's also a link to the blog post where I go into more detail. www.thesavvyheart.com/journal/2017/7/27/how-to-float-mount-art-in-a-picture-frame
perfectly
Very helpful! Thank you :)
Will the foam board in the middle cause the backing to buckle?
I haven't had any issues, and I've tried this on multiple frames, but I suppose it could depend on the frame or type of backing material
The Savvy Heart what type or how think was the backing you attached the foam board too?
Tatsumaki7 it’s mat-board that I picked up at the framing store, it’s maybe about 4-5mm thick
The Savvy Heart, please can you confirm that the matboard is about 4-5mm thick? The foam board does look like 5mm, but the *matboard* looks a lot thinner, 1mm at most.
GREAT
Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed!
Cause its not clear, do you have the glass installed or not?
saltapidas I installed the glass first, but only after I attached the acrylic spacers to it. I hope this answers your question 🤞
Wow, thank you so much, hope I do not screw this up
You’re so welcome! And you won’t! It’s super easy :)
Can I use washi tape
Great idea! I don't see why not. Washi tape probably isn't "archival-grade" but you'd get the same result. The linen tape I used feels very similar to washi tape, just thicker.
@@TheSavvyHeart thank you
Someone spilled some ink all over that picture who would do such a horrible thing
@porashgallery
You're using the wrong tape.
The picture isn’t sealed though and air can still circulate. Doesn’t seem very professional to me.....
Thanks Karen. This is just a DIY- if you’re looking for it to be done by a professional, I’d suggest a framing shop.
Lazy woman's method: mount on foam board, tape into ikea ribba frame
you clearly have issues looking at your liked videos. seek help