CERTIFIED PICTURE FRAMER™ ON STAFF SINCE 1987
In 1986 the Professional Picture Framing Association, the largest international trade association for the framing industry started a program of testing individuals knowledge of framing technology. The PPFA helps to maintain the highest industry standards by conducting classes and workshops in all phases of a gallery/custom picture framing business. Some topics include business practices and procedures, preservation techniques, design and color theory, mechanical techniques in the construction of the entire picture frame package, etc.
Jerome Feig successfully passed a four hour examination of pratical applications and technical knowledge. He is one of approximately 3,000 framers worldwide to be awarded this prestigious designation CERTIFIED PICTURE FRAMER™ (CPF™) since 1986.
He continues to stay abreast with the latest changes in the industry with continued education and a network of contacts he has cultivated who are occasionally consulted for second opinions. As with any area of expertise, the knowledge of many is greater that of only one.
It is this knowledge and training that Mr. Feig brings to the entire staff of Field Art Studio the highest standards and technical know how in the art and framing industry.
FRAMING STANDARDS
Until recently, there were no industry wide standards for materials, their use and framing practices. Manufactures used all sorts of adjectives to describe their products and its uses. Picture framers used whatever materials, description and technique they wanted.
WHAT IS A MUSEUM MOUNT?
IS IT ACID FREE?
To answer these and many more questions FACTS (Fine Art Care and Treatment Standards) was organized in 1994 to make some sense out of the confusion in terminology and practices. Several committees were formed within this organization to write standards for materials and practices. The GAFP (Generally Accepted Framing Practices) is one of these committees. This committee is comprised of 35 individuals throughout the industry. Jerome Feig has been a member of this committee since 1996.
Today there are standards to go by. Written by FACTS, these standards are accepted by the PPFA as their standards and as the standards by many manufacturers in the industry.
Feel free to ask if what you are having framed meets these standards for maximum preservation protection of your cherished art or momento.
is it hinged with pressure sensitive tape?
is it reversible?
is it mounted in 100% cotton or alpha cellulose material?
is the backing board also of the same materials?
is heat activated dry mounting archival?
are there buffering agents added?
what is the reserve amount of the buffering agent?
are there any other chemicals beside acid that will affect the art still in the product?
what is the base board material comprised of?
is the material stable over the expected life of the material?
is it affected by heat?
is it affected by light?
is it affected by humidity?
is it susceptible to mold and other pests?
PRODUCTS USED
TYPE OF SERVICES PERFORMED
TYPE OF ARTWORK FRAMED
ANTIQUE PICTURE FRAMES
Field Art Studio is involved in the restoration / conservation of antique period frames for many years. An inventory of antique frames is on hand to use on that special item. We also have a network of sources to search for your needs. If you are looking to sell antique frames we will be glad to look at the frame and make an offer if it is something that is of interest.
PERIOD REPRODUCTION FRAMES
Due to the nature of these frames many modifications can be requested that can not be done with most of today's mass produced products.
There are also available standard sized frames and mirrors with "standard" hand executed hand finishing done on cast bases.
Field Art Studio has a full line of authentic period reproduction frames and looking glasses available for sale. Select from styles from the 15th through 20th centuary, American and European . The surface treatments can be genuine gold or metal leaf. These frames are made in basically the same way that they were made originally, by highly skilled craftsmen in carved wood and applied ornaments in some cases.
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