Frames are no longer just being used for displaying luxury artwork. Times are changing and frames are being used for many other things, including one of the most surprising events of all - weddings. In fact, period frames have fast become one of the most surprising ways to make [...]
History of The National Art Museum of China The National Art Museum of China is the largest art museum in China and is funded by the Ministry of Culture. In 1958 the building started to take shape and was formally opened to the public in 1963. The building [...]
There are many famous artworks and museums featured in many of the films and TV shows we know and love, although you may not notice them at first glance whilst watching. Many directors put so much detail into their sets ensuring that the story is told not just with [...]
We all dream of that perfect frame to display our artwork, whether it's a quality period frame or something simple, but finding the ideal frame can be challenging and time consuming. Here are ten tips below that should put you on the correct path and make the experience easier. [...]
Located in Saint Martins Place, London just off of Trafalgar Square, The National Portrait Gallery is home to the largest portrait collection of British influential men and women, both past and present, that have helped make British culture and history, from Tudor Courts to the present day. The portraits [...]
Why are Frames Important If you are an established art collector or are new to art and just starting your collection, frames play a crucial role in collecting art. Art work ranges from very small local artworks by new and up coming artists to some very exquisite pieces [...]
Glass Framing There are 2 main materials that are used in frames to contain the image, glass and perspex. There are many pros and cons for both. Here are some things to consider when choosing which best to use. Firstly we will look at glass. Below is a [...]
Hard Wood and Soft Wood If you are considering a custom made picture frames there are many things to think about, for instance there are two types of wood categories, hard wood and soft wood. Certain woods are better for building furniture and frames with than others. The [...]
The Smithsonian Magazine has uncovered five interesting facts concerning picture frames, that are interesting to any art expert. Did you know you can copy a frame without any copyright issues? If not, then read on. Five Facts About Picture Frames 1. The earliest American frames, known as American Empire Style [...]
Bringing Art Cultures Together The Louvre, Abu Dhabi has become a cultural beacon in the Middle East allowing different art cultures to come together. The origins of this wonderful gallery date back to 2007 when then French and United Arab Emirates came together to create a new kind [...]
