How to Frame Black and White Photos

Presented by Minnie Bell

Have a wonderful black and white photo? Time to frame it! Learn to frame black and white photos, including matte options, frames, glass, laminates, hangers, and more in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Series Summary

Photography is the practice of making images by exposing film or another medium to a timed flash of light. The basic equipment used for photography has changed dramatically in the last decades, many people finding digital photography an inexpensive and creative hobby. We use photography as a means of communication worldwide: to sell things, to tell stories, capture memories, evoke passions, fight for causes, make new meanings, and inspire the imagination. Mastering the art of photography is a technical and challenging experience. Even with an automatic, digital camera, one has to learn how to frame a shot, choose a background, interact with the subject, use natural light, and select the right supplies and tools.

In this free video series, expert framer Minnie Bell teaches you how to frame black and white photos. She helps you choose a matte color and run through matte options, single, double, or triple. Minnie also gives you tips on glazes and laminates, whether canvas or linen might be right for you photo. You also get advice on choosing the glass, in case you need glare or UV protection. Minnie then teaches you how to frame a picture, using tape, hangers, and hanging wire. It is all here!

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Framing Black & White Photos Glazing Warning

How certain glazing choices will affect the quality and life of your high-quality black and white photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Canvas Laminate for Black & White Photos

How canvas laminate affects the appearance of a black and white framed photograph; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Frosted Laminate for Black & White Photos

The longevity of frosted laminate and how durable it is for your black an white photo framing; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

How to Mount Pictures to Frames

How to attach a black and white photo to a piece of foam core for framing; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Framing Black & White Pictures

Basics for matting a black and white photograph and avoiding colored mattes; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

UV Protected Glass & Framing Black & White Photos

How UV protected glass shows the best qualities of your black and white photo and protects it from sun; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

How to Clean Glass & Staple Picture to Frame

How to clean your glass and make sure it's dry and then close your framed black and white photo with stapling; learn this and more in this free online photography video about framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Add Paper Backing to Frame Black & White Photos

How adhering a paper backing to your framed black and white photo can prevent dust from getting inside; learn this and more in this free online photography video about framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Linen Laminate for Black & White Photos

How linen laminate appears and how it will affect the appearance of a photograph; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Non-Glare Plexiglas & Framing Black & White Photos

How non-glare Plexiglas is not the best option for protecting your precious black and white photos; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Black & White Photos Matte Color Choices

How to choose a good matte color for framing your black and white photos; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Double Matte Options for Black & White Photos

Choosing double mattes to enhance the appearance of your black and white photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Non-Glare Glass for Framing Black & White Photos

How non-glare glass affects the appearance of a black and white photo including distortion; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Plexiglas & Framing Black & White Photos

How Plexiglas can protect your black and white photo and how to recognize different types; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Add Hangers to Frame Black & White Photos

How to attach hangers to the back of a framed black and white photo using screws; learn this and more in this free online photography video about framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Clear Glass for Framing Black & White Photos

The crisp and clean detail that glazing with a piece of clear glass gives a black and white photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Bad Framing Choices for Black & White Photos

How a bad framing choice can detract from your framed black and white photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Single Matte Options for Black & White Photos

When using a single matte for your black and white photo, see how the matte will affect your photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

How to Use Tape to Attach Picture to Mount

How to use acid-free tape to attach a photo to your matte for framing; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

Good Framing Choices for Black & White Photos

How a good framing choice will bring out the features of your black and white photo; learn tips, tricks and more in in this free photography video series on framing taught by expert Minnie Bell.

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