Tips on Framing

At Cindy Moleski Photography we pride ourselves on having fun when we frame. We like the newest ideas, latest crazes, and freshest fads! We are happy framing for today’s trends and we really enjoy the challenge of being “fresh” and timeless at the same time. I no longer have my own frame shop, but I am happy to help you at one of the frame shops in town.

MATCHING WALLS & MATTINGThis clever client painted the wall the exact same colour as the matte board - a stunning presentation and dramatic entrance to her house. — MATCHING WALLS & MATTING
This clever client painted the wall the exact same colour as the matte board - a stunning presentation and dramatic entrance to her house.

SPLASH OF COLOURBrighten up a dark corner with lots of white matting! To give the plain matting more depth we've combined 3 white mattes on these two pieces. We do carry Museum Glass - so if you don't like the glare on the prints and you are willing… — SPLASH OF COLOUR
Brighten up a dark corner with lots of white matting! To give the plain matting more depth we've combined 3 white mattes on these two pieces. We do carry Museum Glass - so if you don't like the glare on the prints and you are willing to spend that extra dollar - we can get rid of the glare without having to use non glare glass (non glare glass makes your artwork look gray).

UNUSED SPACE EQUALS PERFECT DISPLAY AREAAn otherwise unused space if filled with framed photos. Using light colored frames in this dark area helps open it up. — UNUSED SPACE EQUALS PERFECT DISPLAY AREA
An otherwise unused space if filled with framed photos. Using light colored frames in this dark area helps open it up.

CANVAS WRAP DISPLAYNot everything has to be hung - prop some artwork up! Also, we were able to get away with not framing this canvas as the artist has wrapped the painting right around the frame! — CANVAS WRAP DISPLAY
Not everything has to be hung - prop some artwork up! Also, we were able to get away with not framing this canvas as the artist has wrapped the painting right around the frame!

CONTINUITYCarrying the same dark frame from wall to wall and room to room ties everything together. The scale of the artwork is appropriate. — CONTINUITY
Carrying the same dark frame from wall to wall and room to room ties everything together. The scale of the artwork is appropriate.

WALL COLLECTIONSWe started this collection in 1989! We took 4 colours - cream, blue, gold and gray, and combined metal and wood to start the collection and allow room to grow. Over 19 years we have been able to add new frame styles to the collection… — WALL COLLECTIONS
We started this collection in 1989! We took 4 colours - cream, blue, gold and gray, and combined metal and wood to start the collection and allow room to grow. Over 19 years we have been able to add new frame styles to the collection because we stuck with our original colour palette.
We apply this "room to adapt to style changes" philosophy to anyone who wants to grow a wall of personal images or who wants to frame diplomas and certificates for their office. Always leave room for change....

TRANSITIONSThis mix of woods allows us to transition from light to dark frames as we move through the various rooms of the house. A stairwell or hallway is a nice area to feature personal photographs, awards and memorabilia. — TRANSITIONS
This mix of woods allows us to transition from light to dark frames as we move through the various rooms of the house. A stairwell or hallway is a nice area to feature personal photographs, awards and memorabilia.

FRAMING IN THE KITCHEN & DINING ROOMIn the kitchen area we've kept the frames light like the cabinets- to define that as a separate space in an open concept room. We've pulled the red wall into the dining area by having red in the artwork in the… — FRAMING IN THE KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
In the kitchen area we've kept the frames light like the cabinets- to define that as a separate space in an open concept room. We've pulled the red wall into the dining area by having red in the artwork in the stairwell. We've punched it all up with a nice dose of dark wood on the art in the dining area and stairwell. We've used the right scale of art in all areas. At the top of the stairwell we've used two pieces to properly fill the space. There is a mix of original artwork, framed prints and ethnic pieces.

CONTRASTSThe dark frame is a nice contrast to the blonde wood and the piece is the right scale for the area in which it's hung. — CONTRASTS
The dark frame is a nice contrast to the blonde wood and the piece is the right scale for the area in which it's hung.

ACCENT COLOURSThe red accent colour is what pulls the living and dining room together. The blonde wood on the artwork is in keeping with the simple lines of the arts and crafts style dining table. — ACCENT COLOURS
The red accent colour is what pulls the living and dining room together. The blonde wood on the artwork is in keeping with the simple lines of the arts and crafts style dining table.

MIXED DISPLAY STYLEA pretty corner with hung and propped pieces. Notice the artwork is a nice scale for the long and narrow space. — MIXED DISPLAY STYLE
A pretty corner with hung and propped pieces. Notice the artwork is a nice scale for the long and narrow space.

SCALEThe subject matter couldn't be more different - Motorsports and a landscape! They are tied together by the same frame and white matte. Combined, the 3 pieces are a nice scale for the wall. — SCALE
The subject matter couldn't be more different - Motorsports and a landscape! They are tied together by the same frame and white matte. Combined, the 3 pieces are a nice scale for the wall.

IDEAL HEIGHT TO HANG FRAHMESA common mistake is to hang artwork too high. Here the work is 4 to 6 inches above the back of the couch. Don't let the artwork spill over the edge of the couch. Your sofa should be wider than your artwork! — IDEAL HEIGHT TO HANG FRAHMES
A common mistake is to hang artwork too high. Here the work is 4 to 6 inches above the back of the couch. Don't let the artwork spill over the edge of the couch. Your sofa should be wider than your artwork!