Session 1: Saturday March 24 from 9:30am-3:30pm
Session 2: Saturday March 31 from 9:30am-3:30pm
Instructor: Tanya Calhoun
To register, click the ArtCenter Manatee link below:
Introduction to Matting & Framing Workshop
Put your artwork on the wall! Learn how to Mat & Frame!
You have an opportunity to cut as many mats as workshop time allows. I will demonstrate the techniques necessary and each student will cut their own mat board, prepare their artwork, learn to apply a brown paper backing to wood frames, assemble and finish their piece for hanging. There is a lot to learn in this class, I will discuss affordable options, market choices, proper care & presentation. Topics covered include color context, mat mathematics, cutting a reverse bevel for pastel and charcoal pieces, mounting and floating artwork, double mats, cutting multiple windows, tips for photography, lacing for fiber artwork, and using frame spacers. It’s going to be fun! Bring a lunch and suggested materials. Canvas on stretcher frames will not be covered.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS AND OPTIONS – NOTIFY STUDENTS IN ADVANCE
I suggest students provide the materials for as many pieces as they feel comfortable with. Also consider bringing a piece you may have questions about.
I will provide the following for the class: a variety of tape choices for mounting, brown paper for finishing ready-made wood frames, three Compact Logan mat cutters, and the necessary tools and adhesives required for use in class.
Student Handbook, by Tanya Calhoun $8 (optional)
The Student Handbook is 40pages of material used to accompany the class. Included are all of the procedures for matting, mounting, and finishing artwork, tricks and tips, suggested materials, references and resources.
YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS FOR YOUR PROJECTS, PLEASE BRING MATERIALS ACCORDINGLY:
A mounted ready-to-frame piece requires: artwork, mat board, and foam core.
A completely finished piece requires all materials necessary for a mounted ready-to-frame piece with the following additions: a ready-made wood frame or metal frame assembly kit (you must have two pair of chops), some glass or acrylic (cut to fit the frame), and a picture hanging kit (wire, hooks, and bumpers). When purchasing your frames add 4” to the length and width of your artwork to determine the frame size, this will allow for a 2” mat border, otherwise adjust according to personal preference.
ArtCenter Manatee
209 9th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 746-2862
Hours: Mon,Fri,Sat 9-5; Tue-Thu 9-6
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