[iamzero]

That makes that Turf War look cheap. Just an opinion of course.

[soupy]

really strange thread....

asking strangers on the internet about your framing choice.  you are the one that is going to be looking at the art so do whatever you like.

[Deleted]

yeah go for it i reckon



the line is firmly drawn with paint drip frames though


i have thought about putting a changable colour led strips with a remote control in the spacer gap, its the new thing, you heard about it here from me, first, i am waiting for the patent to come through, then i am dragons den, just got to think of how to pitch it

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Nov 19, 2018 18:29:59 GMT 1 soupy said:

really strange thread....

asking strangers on the internet about your framing choice.  you are the one that is going to be looking at the art so do whatever you like.

appreciate framing should suit who is getting it framed bit the OP did ask for some picture examples as well as opinions. Mibbe some pics would help him decide.

[Larry David]

Keep it simple - coloured spacers are up there with novelty ties and socks...............

[quinn]

Nov 19, 2018 18:53:42 GMT 1 @manty100 said:

yeah go for it i reckon



the line is firmly drawn with paint drip frames though


i have thought about putting a changable colour led strips with a remote control in the spacer gap, its the new thing, you heard about it here from me, first, i am waiting for the patent to come through, then i am dragons den, just got to think of how to pitch it

im out!

[quinn]

Nov 19, 2018 18:29:59 GMT 1 soupy said:

really strange thread....

asking strangers on the internet about your framing choice.  you are the one that is going to be looking at the art so do whatever you like.

dont think it’s that strange....asking a art related question on a art forum. Yes I am the one who will be looking at it but thought I would get/see some examples. I’ve found the input so for to be helpful and for a change not full of wanky remarks.

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Nov 19, 2018 21:16:32 GMT 1 quinn said:

Nov 19, 2018 18:29:59 GMT 1 soupy said:

really strange thread....

asking strangers on the internet about your framing choice.  you are the one that is going to be looking at the art so do whatever you like.

dont think it’s that strange....asking a art related question on a art forum. Yes I am the one who will be looking at it but thought I would get/see some examples. I’ve found the input so for to be helpful and for a change not full of wanky remarks.

YANK!

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[quinn]

That’s a beauty. 😊 works perfectly.

[Deleted]

Nov 19, 2018 21:48:19 GMT 1 quinn said:

That’s a beauty. 😊 works perfectly.

matches my stripey socks and goofy tie😊

[Buff Monster Fan]

I proceed with caution when considering spacers. For me it totally depends on the art itself. 95% of the time I wouldn't consider it, but every now and then I grab a print and it just makes sense (my recent Eelus, for example).

[quinn]

Nov 19, 2018 22:04:53 GMT 1 @kintoreton said:

Nov 19, 2018 21:48:19 GMT 1 quinn said:

That’s a beauty. 😊 works perfectly.

matches my stripey socks and goofy tie😊

YANK!

[darren6]

Yes. Personally I like having a colour spacers here and there if I feel it works well with the piece.  Half of my collection have spacers, here are some examples. 

Yes I like gold leaf ha! But main reason was to match elements of the original featured in the Saatchi Gallery.

[quinn]

Nov 19, 2018 22:11:02 GMT 1 Buff Monster Fan said:

I proceed with caution when considering spacers. For me it totally depends on the art itself. 95% of the time I wouldn't consider it, but every now and then I grab a print and it just makes sense (my recent Eelus, for example).

thats like me. All my pictures are either in white or black frames floated. Just feel like mixing it up a bit. I’ve got a good bit of time before they go in but I think I’ve made my mind up. And the I think it should work with the two prints that are getting framed.

[quinn]

Nov 19, 2018 22:22:27 GMT 1 darren6 said:

Yes. Personally I like having a colour spacers here and there if I feel it works well with the piece.  Half of my collection have spacers, here are some examples. 

Yes I like gold leaf ha! But main reason was to match elements of the original featured in the Saatchi Gallery.

they look really good. Doesn’t detract from the prints at all in my opinion. Good job.

[Majestic]

Well I think this looks great...

Bravo sir!

[Jaylove]

It can look pretty good. Most times overdone and tacky. I prefer simple framing. Let the art speak for itself.

[Winter]

Let the art speak for itself
Novelty framing = no

[cutiehoney]

Nice of you to post such good clear examples Well Hung Gallery. 
I think its all down to personal preference. I prefer no fuss framing, but I an see the appeal of the coloured spacers.

[jellya]

2 of my Banksy's have coloured spacers and I love them. It's all down to the individual

[Coach]

Nov 9, 2019 23:55:29 GMT 1 biggie said:

Nov 19, 2018 15:22:43 GMT 1 Dice said:

It’s distracts the eye from the image in the above examples

Spot on, a frame is there to one - protect the art work and two to draw the viewer in to the art. Its the same as when people choose a white frame and black mount, or an off white/cream print and lazily the framer chooses a white mount on a cream print and then adds a white frame. Its all about drawing the viewer in, not getting lost in multi coloured mounts etc

Exactly right my friend. The frame should do no more than complement the art, draw the viewer’s eye towards the art. It should not be part of the art (save in a few circumstances where the artist has framed the work, with the express wish that that frame be part of the artwork).
For me, spacers the same colour as the frame work well. Rarely does a piece require anything other than a simply box frame.

[Balboa]

Nov 19, 2018 14:39:57 GMT 1 Well Hung said:

If the artist wanted a large coloured border around their image, they would of included it right?

One could argue that if the artist wanted it to look a certain way then they would sell it already framed, right?

[Charlesworth]

My view is that an original piece should be framed so as not to distract from the artwork but when a print of and edition of hundreds and is a well known image then doing something different with the framing can add a little something.

[Daylight Robber]

When you own a piece of art and you are paying to have it framed, with a view to hanging it on your wall, you do whatever the heck you want with it. It's yours. Enjoy it your way.

Frame it to bring out a particular feature you like, to help make certain colours pop, hell, even to match your curtains if that's what you want. If it helps your enjoyment of looking at it, you've done it right.

For what it's worth, I normally use white spacers as I think it helps bounce some natural light around but I wouldn't not use a coloured spacer if I thought it worked.

I'm not having anyone tell me my Mr Bingo is framed wrong for example. I think it's the nuts and that's what matters.

[dilu]

personal preference white or black box frames. Probably float mounted. Breaking from these rules as the potential to distract from the viewing of the image as your eyes start to wander away from the art and onto the frame. It’s a brave person who does this. On the rare occasion I have its because I know the art is a keeper as opposed to a wishful investment. This Pete Fowler print was cheap to buy. The paper is hand made so rough and textured. I just compelled to do something different, still simply and complimentary to the image and hopefully enhance the image and not distract from it. I rarely go with natural wood as it reminds me of things around my house in my childhood. 

[dilu]

And again with this Swoon print “Strong boy”  (for my son) going natural wood minus colour spacer just felt right.

[smishdown]

Only ever done it once, but was very happy with the result

[Argiebaji]

http://instagram.com/p/B4p0k3lFjaX

When Coloured Spacers Work Well.

[John The Badgers]

I'm with Dice, cant see what it adds to things?

That Turf War a smashing print, would prefer without the green in the frame as it detracts from what is a great image?

MFM recently did a cracking job for me, Gary suggested an aluminium frame, looks really simple, but the profiles a little neater, maybe worth asking about the options if you want a change?

Also the extra money for the painted spacers I would rather have some really nice anti - reflection/UV glass as that will show your prints to the best?

All the best with getting sorted.