Posted by Eva McDermott on March 18, 2010 at 8:38 PM
Does anyone have a suggestion on where to get pre-cut mats and frames for full frame digital images? One of my images, "Bubbly" was selected for the juried Maine Photography Show 2010 and I had it printed very large on Kodak Endura Metallic Paper (16"X24" and 20"X30" since I can now that I am shooting with the 5D MarkII). It is easy to find 13"X19" framing media (previous years I printed on my own printer but decided to go bigger this year since I can with the 5DM2). I do not want to crop the 16" X 24" or 20" X 30" prints. I used to cut my own mats and assemble Brainbrige frame parts but I guess with a mat that large, I am likely to make mistakes and waste material. I can get a pre-cut mat 22" X 30" for the 16"X24" print size, but can't find a frame that is 22" X 30" and can't find a mat or frame for the 20"X30" which I will probably just hang in my home. Any suggestions on places I can find either a different mat size and or frame would be appreciated. I don't really want to go to a framing shop since their prices are astronomical. Thanks for any input.
Posted by Mel Ladewig on March 19, 2010 at 1:28 AM
I use frame destination for complete frames and documounts for bulk orders of matboard and foam core. My most recent frame destination purchase was a 32X40 frame for a 24X30 photograph with UV acrylic glazing. It went smoothly without issue.
As for the 20X30, its easy to find 24X36 frames and although the mat is a bit thin around the edges, they look pretty nice.
I've used Frame Destination quite successfully. Excellent customer service, too. Once had a mat cut incorrectly, but they very quickly sent a replacement, no questions asked.
Posted by Eva McDermott on March 19, 2010 at 12:48 PM
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As for the 20X30, its easy to find 24X36 frames and although the mat is a bit thin around the edges, they look pretty nice.