Framing is generally the last thing you need to do to in order to complete your photograph or painting project that you have been working on. You may have considered what type of frame to use, but you certainly won’t be going to have it framed until it has been completed. This is to ensure you know the right size of frame, as well as a mount if you want to use a mount and also provide yourself with enough time to think about colours too.
In most instances, it takes the same amount of time to process the frame and mount whether you are framing a painting, canvas, print or photograph. Obviously, you need to know the dimensions of the image in question so that you can give this to the professional framer. If you are framing a print or photograph you will probably want to use a mount as well. This is advised by most professional framers as it helps to protect and enhance whatever might be inside of the frame.
When it comes to colours for a frame, the most common colours are white, black and beige. Choosing a neutral colour is often quite wise, particularly if your artwork is bright and colourful. You will also need to choose between a wooden or metal frame in a contemporary or modern style.