Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art
About Me
A course by Annika McSeveny (Antika) , Picture Framer
Joined March 2021
About the video: About Me
Overview
“I want to start by introducing myself and describing the path that led me to frame-making and building my own business. ”
In this video lesson Annika McSeveny (Antika) addresses the topic: About Me, which is part of the Domestika online course: Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art. Learn how to create bespoke frames that complement your artwork, from mounting and glass cutting to backing and assembling.
Partial transcription of the video
“Hi, i'm Annika. I'm the founder of Antica Picture Framing. based in London in the UK. In this lesson, I'm going to describe the path that led me to picture framing. I create frames. For a variety of clients, including artists, such as Joshua Waterhouse. Georgie Mason. and Lauren Baker. Each of these artists require very different types of framing. Clients also include galleries and art dealers. such as Gone Rogue Gallery Getty Images Gallery and Ed Cross Fine Art. I also work with project managers, interior designers, and individuals who've purchased a piece of art for their home. I started...”
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Annika McSeveny (Antika)
A course by Annika McSeveny (Antika)
Annika McSeveny is a highly skilled picture framer with a deep passion for the art of framing. With years of experience in the industry and a focus on conservation and display, Annika has honed her skills in creating bespoke finishes and preserving artworks. Her expertise extends to traditional gilding techniques and metal leaf applications.
Annika's career journey led her to collaborate with renowned artists, galleries, and institutions, including Lauren Baker, David Hollington, Gone Rogue, and Getty Images Gallery, among others. With her meticulous approach and unwavering dedication to the two core principles of framing – protecting the artwork and enhancing it without overpowering the image – Annika ensures each frame is a work of art itself.
With a commitment to excellence, Annika continues to expand her knowledge and professional qualifications. She holds Certified Framer Status through the Fine Art Trade Guild and is currently studying towards advanced certification in Conservation Framing and Mount Design. Annika's expertise and passion make her an exceptional guide in exploring the art of bespoke framing.
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