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Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art

Cutting and Joining the Frame 1

A course by Annika McSeveny (Antika) , Picture Framer

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8,355 students

Audio: English

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About the video: Cutting and Joining the Frame 1

Overview

“In this lesson, you will learn how to cut the moulding to the correct sizes, check them, and join them together. Let's start with the cutting the wood pieces. ”

In this video lesson Annika McSeveny (Antika) addresses the topic: Cutting and Joining the Frame 1, 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

“ Cutting and Joining the Frame Now, we'll cut the moulding to the correct size and check them and join them. I'll show you one of the most simple methods of joining a frame using just glue, masking tape, and panel pins. For this part of the process, I have in front of me most importantly, the moulding that we'll be using. We have got the fillet. I'll be cutting that in the next lesson. I have a spare piece of wood. It doesn't matter what size this piece of wood is as long as it's long enough to buffer the length of your frame. We'll use that as something to push the frame up against while ...”

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Course summary for: Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art

Level: Beginner
99% positive reviews (84)
8355 students
4 units
20 lessons (4h 26m)
6 downloads

Category
Craft
Areas
Arts & Crafts

Annika McSeveny (Antika)

A course by Annika McSeveny (Antika)

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Picture Framer

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.