Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art
Cutting the Fillets
A course by Annika McSeveny (Antika) , Picture Framer
Joined March 2021
Joined March 2021
About the video: Cutting the Fillets
Overview
“The next step is to cut the fillets, which will separate the glass from the artwork. You will see how important it is to use fillets to create depth in the frame. ”
In this video lesson Annika McSeveny (Antika) addresses the topic: Cutting the Fillets, 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 the Fillets In this lesson, I'll cut the fillets which will separate the glass from the artwork. We've cut and joined our frame already and the reason I wait until I've done that before bringing back the mitre box and cutting the fillets is that we might have minor adjustments to the size. As always, before we start the next stage in the process, check the size. If you remember, the glass size was 220 mm X 285 mm. I added on 2 to 3 mm while I was cutting a frame, so the frame should be 222 mm X 287 mm or thereabouts. That is exactly 222 mm. I always check the top and the bottom. T...”
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Course summary for: Frame Making for Beginners: Showcase Your Art
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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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