Framing Guide

 

Framing & Display Guide for My Prints

 

Choosing artwork is the fun part.

Figuring out how to frame it can feel a little less fun — but it makes a huge difference in how the piece ultimately lives in your space.


Below are my personal recommendations for framing and displaying my prints. These are simply my preferences and suggestions based on how I create my work and how I’ve seen it displayed best over the years. At the end of the day, it’s your home and your taste — there’s no single “right” way to frame art.

 

Some Notes on Framing

 

A thoughtfully framed print can feel just as special and intentional as an original painting. The goal of framing, in my opinion, is to support the artwork — not compete with it.


I tend to gravitate toward clean, simple frames made from quality materials. Neutral mats, natural woods, and minimal profiles allow the colors, textures, and composition of the artwork to take center stage. When frames or mats introduce a lot of extra color, ornamentation, or layered lines, they can pull focus away from the piece itself.


It’s also completely normal (and expected) for framing to cost as much as — or more than — the print. Quality materials like hardwood frames, real glass, and archival mats are an investment, but they dramatically elevate the finished piece and help it last for years to come.

 

 

Paper Prints vs. Canvas Prints

 

I offer both paper prints and canvas prints, and each has its own strengths. Choosing between them often comes down to the look you love and how you plan to display the piece.

 

Paper Prints

 

Best for: collectors who enjoy a classic, gallery-style presentation


Pros

  • Crisp detail and a traditional fine-art feel
  • Look beautiful with mat and glass
  • easy to customize with different frame styles
  • Ideal for small to medium sizes

 

Things to consider

  • Should be framed behind glass for protection
  • Best suited for walls where glare and reflections won't be an issue

 

Paper prints shine when paired with a simple mat and a clean frame. I recommend neutral mats (white, soft cream, or off-white) and avoiding heavily decorative frames so the artwork remains the focal point.

 

Canvas Prints

 

Best for: a more contemporary, painterly look with minimal framing

 

Pros

  • No Glass Required
  • Lightweight and durable
  • Beautiful texture that echoes the feel of an original painting
  • Can be hung stretched as-is or paired with a floater frame

 

Things to consider

  • Less traditional than paper + mat + frame
  • Floater frames are optional but add cost


For collectors looking for larger-scale pieces, canvas is often the most practical and visually effective option. Large paper prints framed behind glass can become very heavy, fragile, and expensive. Because of this, I offer my larger prints exclusively on canvas.


For canvas prints, I recommend one of these methods:

 

  • Stretched canvas on its own for a clean, modern look 
  • Add a floater frame in addition to stretching the canvas for a more finished, gallery-style presentation
  • Mount the canvas print onto hardboard before framing

 

All three options allow the artwork to breathe without the added weight, glare, or expense of glass.  You can call local framing stores for prices.

 

 

Final Thoughts

 

Framing is a personal choice, and these guidelines are simply meant to help you feel confident as you decide how to display your piece. Whether you choose paper or canvas, minimal or framed, my hope is that the artwork feels at home in your space and becomes something you love living with every day.

 

If you ever have questions about sizing, framing options, or what might work best for your wall, I’m always happy to help!

 

-Meredith