4 Places to Find Unique Movie Posters Online
We're right in the thick of awards show season, so what better time to talk about movies, television, and the artwork inspired by them? Movie posters and prints have always been a hot commodity, and one of the most common categories of things people come looking to custom frame. With this in mind, we wanted to curate a little list of some of our favorite places to shop for them online.
Mondo
Image source: Mondo (Artists: Matt Ryan Tobin, Oliver Barrett)
If you’re interested in scoring a limited edition poster or print dedicated to your …
Your Guide to Picture Frame Glazes
Essentially the sunscreen for framing, a glaze is the protective barrier that sits between the contents of any picture frame and the outside environment. It should be transparent and is usually made of glass or acrylic. This framing component plays a very important role in providing your artwork with much needed protection from air pollutants, dust, moisture, temperature fluctuations, and any physical damage.
Many ready-made frames from craft stores or big box retailers like Target or Ikea have flimsy plastic or glass glazes, so these …
Hanging Your Frame: Tips, Tricks & What Not To Do
Getting a favorite photo or piece of art framed is a good feeling. Realizing you now have to figure out where to hang it, and how to get it to look perfect once it's hung? Maybe not so much. If you're unfamiliar with the key fundamentals of hanging frames, or maybe just looking for some pointers, we're here to help with these tips and tricks to hopefully make your experience quick and painless.
Understanding the Hardware: Sawtooth vs. Hanging Wire
Every so often, we get questions about what kind of hanging hardware we use on the backs …
5 Photography Projects to Try This Year
New photography lovers and seasoned pros alike can probably relate to the feeling of being at a bit of a creative standstill, whether it's not knowing what to photograph of, or just wanting to step outside what's familiar. To help with this, we've put together this list of five ideas to stir up some inspiration to hopefully get some new and creative photos up on some walls.
1. Recreate The Past
Image source: Pinterest
Everyone loves looking through old photos, even if they can get pretty cheesy and embarrassing. After all, there's …
5 Places to Commission Art Online, Perfect for Valentine's Day
We're fairly fresh off the heels of the December holiday season, and you may be feeling a little burnt out in the gift idea department. In our experience, the most well-received gifts are those that are thoughtful, personalized and totally unique. With these qualities in mind, we’ve created this list of five places to commission one-of-a-kind, custom art that's perfect for your S.O., parents, and friends alike.
1. PaperHandsDesignCo
Image source: Etsy
Owned by Graphic Designer/Illustrator Brandie Kay, this adorable Etsy shop has …
Your Guide to Double Matting
If you're new to the world of custom framing, you may not have come across double matting before. It's a pretty simple technique, done by layering one mat on top of another so that the bottom mat acts as a decorative border around your framed artwork. It's an easy, affordable and a more unique way to add a little something extra to the finished product. Here, we offer some quick advice and break down the different ways to make accent mats work with your project and vice versa.
Option 1: The Single Accent Mat
When you're looking for a pop …
Frameworthy DIY Projects for the Non-Artist
With the tail end of autumn and all of winter ahead of us, there are sure to be plenty of days spent inside. If you're looking for something fun to do--alone or with the whole family--this post has got you covered. Whether or not you're historically crafty, these projects are guaranteed to keep everyone entertained during the cold months ahead and yield fun, frameable results that everyone will love.
Silhouette Art
Image source: Pinterest, Etsy
You've probably seen finished versions of this before, and maybe thought they required too …
Your Guide to Styling Wall Art & Gallery Walls
Now that the holidays are almost upon us, you may soon find yourself the proud owner of a few new pieces of artwork—especially if you love good home decor as much as we do. Luckily, as long as you’ve got the wall space (or not — keep reading for more on that), there are countless creative ways to display the pieces you love. Here, we break down a handful of our favorites that we hope will inspire you.
Grid Pattern
If you have an even number of similarly sized pieces, the grid pattern is pretty fail-proof. A clean design and no …
How to Take Care of Your Picture Frame
To make sure the contents of your frame are properly cared for and admired all-year round, it's important to clean your frame just like any piece of furniture you own. Here are a few of our top tips on the dos and don'ts when cleaning your picture frame with extra TLC.
Acrylic Glaze
If the acrylic glaze has dirt or apparent fingerprints, use a microfibre cloth to wipe it down or damp a cloth with a bit of soap and water. Custom frame orders from Level will come with an aniti-static cloth. Avoid using paper towels since they could …
5 Websites for Free Art, Images & Photos (to Print & Frame)
Hanging a newly framed piece of art on a bare wall is a great feeling, but sometimes finding something you like enough to frame can be a challenge. Unless you’re an artist or photographer, frame-worthy artwork is going to wreak havoc on your wallet, right? Enter this useful list we’ve put together of 5 online resources we love for free hi-resolution images of various themes for your printing & framing pleasure.
1. Unsplash
One cool thing about Unsplash is that it's a great platform for aspiring amateur or professional photographers to …
