Hand Painted Ornate frames

One interesting variation on a theme is the painted frame. We use them as a modern twist on a traditional style of frame. Some images work very well with painted frames. We’re able to colour the frames to suit colours in the artwork by mixing colours in aerosols. This means that we can match particular colours, achieve a professional smooth finish, and reach those difficult to reach places that result from highly carved frames.

Our first task is to cut the frame sides to size. Because of the nature of ornate frames the corners never match up properly so the next step is to carve the corners so that when they are joined they match perfectly. The result is that the detail in the frames continues around the corners onto the next side unbroken giving the impression that the frame was carved in one piece.

The next stage in the process is to join the frame sides together. Once this is done and the adhesive has dried the frames can be primed and sprayed in the desired colour. Sometimes we will add slips, wipe the frame to give a two-tone effect or apply other colours as highlights. It’s amazing how these additions enhance the overall effect of the framed picture when they’re on the wall.