There are so many great ways to use your photographs!
I supply photographic prints- high resolution files and books.
Any other products you see on these pages are to provide creative ideas only.
In order to be able to be most creative with your photographs you can't go past owning files on disk. It's just like owning the negatives as it allows you to
print them as much as you like in any size you like and create
amazing products such as canvas prints, books, mugs, t-shirts and more!
Gifts & Treasures
Personal and unique, there are many enticing gift ideas and keepsakes
that are very affordable and easy to order , even if you've never used
a computer before!
Hardcover books are very popular and make a wonderful momento for
your little dancer. I have many clients who make one each year and they
look stunning. Great for birthday and christmas presents too!
And it's easier than you think.
Scroll to the right for more creative ideas.
Portraits are a great way to brighten a room and add a special touch
to the decor of your home. There are so many beautiful frames available
these days in all shapes, sizes and styles that are very affordable
and it's easier than ever to frame and hang your portraits yourself.
Archival materials protect your photographs
It is essential not to let the photograph come into contact with the
glass of the frame as it will damage the print in a very short time.
Some common framing materials such as paper mats and cardboard
contain acid that will gradually destroy your photographs.
Using archival mats and backing boards will help protect art from the
damaging effects of time and from common pollutants that cause yellowing,
fading and deterioration. Acid-free mount board is always best as it
holds it in place and looks great. Many frames are available with
pre-cut mounts, or you can buy them seperately.
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Print Your Own
I recommend Rabbit Photo - they provide great results for a great price
as well as having an easy to use system. Their colour-calibrations and settings similar to mine so your files on disk will print into sharp,
clear and beautiful photographs.
Photographic prints are an investment so please dont take your disk to Woolworths or K-Mart. I know these places are cheap but thats exactly what you get- cheap photographs with untrue colour and low resolution.
Why buy prints from a photographer?
For enlargements and wall art, it's always best to buy directly from the artist
as you are guaranteed brilliant results. Photographs recieve advanced editing
and are professionally developed on Kodak Endura via Lambda.
This process
involves traditional exposure techniques similar to that used with film
and produces stunning results.
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Mounting your photographs correctly
Museum mounting, commonly known as hinging, attaches the
photograph with paper hinges to the board in each top coners only.
This way the photograph hangs freely, allowing it to expand or contract
with changes in humidity. Acid free tape for this purpose is readily availble
at most craft stores.
Photographs add to your decor
The grouping of photographs should be thought of as one unit.
Test an arrangement of pictures by laying everything out on a
table or the floor and play with combinations until you
hit upon one that works for you. Laying them out on paper is
even better since you'll be able to trace around each object
and determine where picture hangers should be installed.
Tape the paper up on the wall as a template for picture hangers
and you'll be done in no time!
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Display Tips
• Portraits should be hung at eye level. A commonly
accepted standard in galleries and industry is around
160cm from the floor.
• When hanging a series of pieces that are the same size,
mark the wall first with a light pencil using a spirit level
as your guide and keep to that line.
• Use white space effectively - don’t be afraid of trying
more space between
frames than you first think. Using white space is a great way
to focus the attention on your piece.
• In general, when hanging art over a piece of furniture it
should not be longer than the width of the furniture.
Creativity
Trust your intuition and sense of style. If your portrait doesn’t look
good at eye level, shift it by a few inches and experiment.
If something isn’t right- you will notice!
All photographs are Copyright © 2009 Belinda Strodder
