Frame it Yourself! Works on Paper with William Demaria - 4 Weeks

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 

  4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

Wednesday, June 4 to June 25,  4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
                1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007 

Course Description:

Budget frames cost $200-$300 and high-quality frames cost $400-$800. For any artist, framing is always a pervasive problem and sometimes a crippling cost. Fortunately, with a little bit of knowledge and the right tools and materials, it doesn’t have to be you can build the highest possible quality frame for approximately $40.

This class will cover everything from basic woodworking with hand tools to cutting glass and archivally matting artwork. By the end of this class, you will have a complete frame and all of the knowledge you need to make your own frames going forward.

Please note: Students will be expected to bring their own artwork to frame Artwork must be under 20” x 26”. The price of class reflects the cost of artwork framed with UV protective glass. The maximum dimension frame that glass is practical is 24” x 30”. If any artist is interested in larger, the price of class will be adjusted to reflect the cost of UV Plexi.

Syllabus For 4 Weeks:

Week 1: Cut and Glue Frame stock.

Week 2: Cut splines, apply finish to frame, Finish Frame stock

Week 3: Cut glass, Cut spacers, Assemble matt board

Week 4: Mount artwork, Cut Backing, & Assemble frame.

Respirator is needes; https://www.lowes.com/pd/3M-Reusable-All-Purpose-Valved-Safety-Mask/34667986

Number of participants: max 3

Cost: $400

Venue Details:

Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
                1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007