Frames should be finished in almost this way. I would leave the water part out. However, using double-sided tape and heavy paper is the standard way to seal the frame. If the frame isn't sealed then moisture and dust can get into the framed work and will eventually cause the print and/or the mat to deteriorate. You should also consider using acid-free materials but that's another discussion entirely.
--- In artshow_photo@yahoogroups.com, Jon and Mary Reddin <mjreddin@...> wrote:
>
> Barbara - I use double sided tape (with a tape gun) along the back of the
> frame, then put a heavy (craft) paper on it. Spray it with water and let it
> dry. It looks awful when you do it, but in an hour it's as tight as a
> drum. You can buy a tool to trim the excess (see, eg.,
> Framing4Yourself.com). Then I attach the eyes, wire, bumpers and a gold
> sticker with my business name and website on it.
>
> I'm pretty new at this, too, so you should listen to what more experienced
> people think as well.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Jon Reddin
>
> On Wed, Jun 22, 2011 at 11:15 PM, barbleephoto@... <
> barbleephoto@...> wrote:
>
> > **
> >
> >
> > I am wondering how you all finish off your framed prints. When I use a
> > wooden frame with a wire hanger, it is usually the foamcore backing or a
> > black backing that might be sold with the frame that is visible on the
> > backside. Very professional framing uses a sheet of craft paper which is
> > glued to the back to keep out dust, and this gives a nice finished look to
> > the frame. Do most of you do that, or do you just leave the foam core or
> > black backing as it is?
> >
> > I have also considered using thicker Neilsen frames since they are easier
> > to put together, but the back of a Neilsen frame has always looked pretty
> > tacky to me. I print fine art ink jet prints and want them to show as
> > professionally in the framing as possible.
> >
> > And, oh, I would like to add a label with the image name and mine to the
> > back, maybe even a certificate of authenticity. I am doing my first show in
> > September and want to get this all as "right" as I can going out the gate,
> > so all thoughts are very much appreciated!
> >
> > Barbara Lee
> > www.barbaraleephotography.com
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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