Proper Way To Mat A Photograph

How to mat small photos.

Proper way to mat a photograph.

For 4 x 6 photos matted up to a 5 x 7 size use sticky back adhesive squares to affix the photo to the foam board. In a color photograph for example opt for neutral matte tones to avoid detracting from the work. Mat board is available in just about every color of the rainbow including green blue. A well cut mat can make a huge difference in how a picture looks taking it from a simple snapshot to a framed piece of art.

Prepare the mat board and the mount board by measuring them to fit in the picture frame and. Determining the proper mat size and mat opening for a print or photograph is one of the more confusing issues facing novice framers. This keep it simple rule is one that galleries and museums often follow in hanging multiple photos up in one room. As photographers in the digital age we spend far too much time staring at our photographs on our computer screens and very little time holding them in our hands.

The final printed image is the culmination of my journey in creating a piece of artwork that represents my view of the world around me. Using bright or bold colored mats is another way t o add impact to your art particularly for black and white photos. Use either sticky back tape if there is enough room around the photo or use more sticky back adhesive squares applied around the photo and then press the mat into place over the top.