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  There's more to framing a watercolor these days than a white mat and glass. Over the years, I have chosen these presentation styles for my paintings.

• Mat, AR* glass or UV plexiglass, narrow wood frame.

• A traditional plein air frame, AR or plexi with spacers.

• Adhering a painting to an archival surface, UV spray varnish* and wood frame.

   A frame is an extension of the painting. Each painting communicates what it needs and which method to use. Some are enhanced with a double mat, some need the simplest  presentation of painting and frame only. The large ones are usually best with a spray varnish to minimize the weight and eliminate reflection from glass or plexi. For most watercolor competition entries, the framing decision has been made for the artist - white mat period. It's a reason I'm not fond of those kind of competitions.

  I can send you a photo of the framed painting, or for commission work, we can work together to select a framing presentation.

top: narrow wood frame, double mat, UV plexi  •  right: plein air frame, AR glass with spacers, •  lower: UV spray varnish, wood frame.

   We do a professional job of framing. My husband Bill is a craftsman and builds the frames. I cut the mats, do the backing and wiring. Both of us were disciplined in the exacting standards of client presentation in the advertising profession. All my materials are archival. My paintings come ready to hang unless otherwise arranged.

  Shipping: We do ship paintings. A shipping cost will be researched for the customer. It is difficult to ship large framed paintings. We can arrange for pick up or personal delivery, let's talk.

  Un-framing: I price my paintings framed but yes, I can un-frame any painting for a reduced price and easier shipping.

  Pricing: Small paintings and most framed giclees average $225, mid size paintings are $450 and less. Larger paintings are $500 - $1,445.

* AR stands for anti reflection. It's a wonderful glass that is nearly invisible with a high UV protection quality.

* I use Kryon or Golden spray varnish for small paintings and hire out spraying of large ones. The finish is water repellent and a UV protection.    Any kind of painting should be hung away from direct interior sunlight.