Alternatives to frames for small show
I've been asked to hang several prints for a show this spring and the space has really no budget for framing. Looking for suggestions for cheap ways to display prints that look better than tacking the prints to the wall. Mounting to sintra with a brace is an option, but still rather pricey. The prints will be 20x24 and 30x40. Any suggestions appreciated
Thanks
Rob
Re: Alternatives to frames for small show
mat them, put up rails to rest them on. or mat them and get those pins to put on all four corners, I've seen it done plenty of times.
Re: Alternatives to frames for small show
I would recommend a plan to put your best foot forward every time you have an opportunity to show your work.
Good quality frames will compliment your work.
Re: Alternatives to frames for small show
big border on the prints, push pins. Looks fine to me.
Fishing line strung across the wall, binder clips. Also looks fine.
Re: Alternatives to frames for small show
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Originally Posted by
bob carnie
I would recommend a plan to put your best foot forward every time you have an opportunity to show your work.
Good quality frames will compliment your work.
+1
Re: Alternatives to frames for small show
I go to clearbags.com and get sealable bags with heavy plastic hanging tabs attachments http://www.clearbags.com/acc/hang-tabs
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Ikea makes some cheap ~$23 frames that are close to the size you need:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/ca.../series/18537/
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What kind of prints?
I'm a huge fan of mounting to sintra adding a laminate on the top and then floating the image off the wall 1-3". Last time I did this I had 15 - 24x30" images mounted on sintra for under $600 and then I made the backs myself. The place that did the mounting was Modern Reproductions in Pittsburgh. I dunno if they're still around but its worth a google.