Custom Framing For Photography & Artwork

Whether you are an artist who needs custom framing for your fine art photography to display your work or someone who needs a frame for art you have just purchased, Pixel Perfect will help you create the framing combination that best suits your work. We take fine art photography seriously and believe it deserves a beautiful custom frame. We offer a range of quality frames, mats and glass finishes, meticulously assembled by our skilled professionals to give you a result that will last a lifetime. We have been trusted by professional photographers for over 23 years to provide not only printing but also custom framing in Sydney. Come and see our full range in store and click here for our framing pricelist

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Sydney’s Professional Photo & Art Framing Services

Pixel Perfect is an expert in framing and mounting large photographs and other artworks. We have been sought after by photographers and artists as a one-stop shop for all creative service needs. Now you can style and display your masterpiece to best advantage with our custom-made photo frames.

Whether you are an artist in need of fine art photography framing to present your work to its best advantage, or an individual needing a frame for a photo you have just purchased, Pixel Perfect will find the combination that best suits your work. We take fine art photography seriously and believe it deserves a beautiful frame.

We can either deliver the finished product in bubble wrap to our store location or carefully pack your work for domestic or international shipping if required. Let us handle all your needs, Check here for pricing.

Framing Photography

There are several things to consider when framing photography, especially if you want your fine artwork displayed to the same high standards as galleries, museums, corporate places, and commercial spaces:

Framing Large Photographs

Ensure that the frames you choose for your large-sized photographs are rigid enough to support the entire large surface area without buckling. We recommend using our premium range of frames for images larger than AO. Consider also the wall upon which you will be attaching the frame, ensuring the overall weight can be supported. An alternative to hanging the piece is to lean it against a wall on a sideboard or other piece of furniture.

Framing Small Photographs

When framing small photos, it is more impactful to use a custom matting board to display the image. This draws the eye to the image in a more compelling way. Professional framing will create a high-end result.

Fine Art Photo Frames

Fine art photography is best showcased when professionally framed. Consider the colour of the frame to complement the colours in the artwork, as well as selecting custom matting to enhance the image. Our professional staff can help you select the most suitable combination.

Framing Artwork

Framing your artwork is the final step to not only displaying but also protecting it. Take the approach of places like museums and galleries—with professional framing, your artwork will be preserved and looking new for decades.

Fine Art Frames

Fine art, particularly if it is on wood or a panel, will need to be carefully framed. It may require archival-quality framing materials and techniques to ensure that any panelling, hinges, staples or adhesives used do not damage the work over time. It is also good to use glass or acrylic with a UV coating to prevent sun damage. Our expert framers can provide you with detailed information about this specialised process.

Pixel Perfect Framing options

We offer 4 simple variations in our framing range to make it easier for you to choose your style and complete your masterpiece.

 

STANDARD FRAMES

Our entry-level range of frames is by no means entry-level. They are made with the same quality Tasmanian Oak and imported timbers and are a great way to frame your work at a cost-effective price. These frames range in size from 20, 30, and 42mm of the face to 20mm thick. We offer these frames in black, white, natural timber, teak, and silver, as well as some variations on the popular raw timber look..More frame colours are available on request.

Pixel Perfect Deluxe Framing

DELUXE FRAMES

The deluxe range of frames goes a little slimmer for a more streamlined, cleaner look. They have a 10mm face and are 25mm deep. These frames can also be recessed and come in five colours: black, white, natural timber, dark brown, and teak.

BOX FRAMES

Our Box frame range gives you some great choices. You can recess your images to the back of the 40mm deep frame, giving your work some more depth within the frame itself. These frames generally have a 20mm face edge and come in black, white, and variations of natural timber.

Large Format Fine Art

PREMIUM FRAMES

Our premium range of frames is solid and more often used for larger works, where the smaller frames would not be strong enough to accommodate the size and weight of the work. Used for work larger than a square metre, these frames come in black, white and natural timber.

Mat Boards

We have a range of white and coloured matboards to match any image—and can also make super-sized mats up to 2642 x 1524 mm.

Matboards are an integral part of your frame. They complement and form part of the visual design, adding colour options, depth, and spacing. With a computerised system, we can create any shape and cut for your custom designs.

Matboards also separate your artwork from the frame and glazing, buffering it with an acid-free layer to help preserve it from moisture and chemical action

Large Format Fine Art

Glass Types

Your choice of glass or glazing is an important part of framing. It protects your valuable artwork from handling, dust, moisture and ultraviolet light (UV). Our standard offering is 2mm. Our premium option is Artglass which has incredible reflection reduction qualities and has to be seen to be believed. If your work is being shipped or in a busy environment we can also offer perspex which reduces the possibility of breaking in transit or where broken glass can be an issue.

Space Frames & Acrylic Frames

When you really want to make a statement, our space frames are a fantastic option.Your image is essentially floating under the glass. Its mounted on a very slim substrate then mounted again on a 20mm thick gataboard to give the illusion of floating within the frame itself. It is a next level finish that, when combined with Artglass gives the best possible finish for featured artworks.

Acrylics are an excellent choice for mounting photos, especially when using proper face-mount techniques where the photo is placed beneath acrylic. The sparkle and clarity of the acrylic enhance the colours and vibrancy of your image while providing rigidity and protection. The end product looks superb, is long-lasting, offers UV protection, and is very durable, making it ideal for galleries and public display. Pixel Perfect specialises in acrylic face mounting and offers a variety of innovative products to enhance your photos.

Standard glass is inexpensive and will protect your artwork from scratching and dust but is relatively heavy, not UV protective and is reflective. It is also prone to shatter when dropped. Acrylic or Perspex is a good option for frames as it’s lighter than glass and doesn’t shatter.

This is particularly important if you intend shipping your frames. One disadvantage is that acrylics scratches easier than glass, though minor scratches can be buffed out. We only use Shinkolite acrylic by Mitsubishi, which is of exceptional quality because of its clarity, flatness and freedom from blemishes.It also has 70% UV protection.

Art glass is a non-reflective glazing we recommend. It has true non-reflective properties with no distortion, hazing or tinting. Your art will look great and you will hardly notice the glazing. Art glass also provides 70% UV protection. If you want the best on offer then Art Glass in the choice you should be making. Come in and see our display of frames Mattes and glass options in-store and see for yourself.

Non-reflective glass contains a clear film designed to diffuse reflection. It is this non-reflective property that ensures you can see your artwork, even when hung in an area with high exposure to sunlight or interior lighting.

It is important to note that non-reflective glass does not reflect UV light rays and therefore provides no protection against UV light fading. Find out more about our UV filters for picture framing below.

It is not recommended for picture framing with fine detail as some clarity will be lost. This loss of clarity is further emphasised when the glass is spaced away from the artwork, such as in the event ofwhen using mat boards or framing spacers are used.

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Pixel Perfect’s Framing & Mounting

Pixel Perfect caters to all your creative needs: from printing to framing and mounting. Our mounting options include lightweight yet strong gatorboards with a polyfoam core, custom wood or MDF panels, and Alupanel (an aluminium composite material), as well as low-cost foamboard, card and styrene options.

You can depend on our expertise to create a professional finish for all your work, regardless of size or budget.

Why Choose Pixel Perfect for Your Framing

You can rely on our expertise and attention to detail to create a professional framing finish to showcase your work. Our team of professionals is on hand to help you decide on the ideal frame for the look you seek and carry out your requirements to perfection.

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FAQs

After consultation with you, we measure and cut the frame pieces, join them, apply finishes and any matting, and then attach the hardware, ready for hanging.

We generally take 7-10 days to frame your artwork before it is ready to collect at our Ultimo store or posted to you anywhere around Australia or worldwide. If we need to order additional materials to complete the framing, we will inform you from the outset of any potential delays.

Your choice of frame is always guided by the artwork itself and the look you wish to achieve. The colour of the frame can act to contrast the work e.g. a timber finish to a black and white artwork. The thickness of the frame will have slightly different effects, and you can choose a recessed frame to help create more dimension. Finally, the colour and texture of the wall on which the artwork will be mounted may need to be considered when selecting a frame. Ask our professional staff for guidance if you are uncertain.

To keep your custom-framed artwork clean, use a soft brush or lint-free cloth on the frame. Avoid cleaners containing alcohol or ammonia to prevent damage to the frame finishes. To keep the glass clean, spray a little glass cleaner onto a soft cloth and wipe, avoiding contact with the frame.

If framed incorrectly, the artwork may be damaged. Firstly, the acidity of the surrounding mount, backing board frame tape, and other adhesives may damage the work. Poor framing methods may leave the artwork prone to tearing, creasing, or sticking to glass. At Pixel Perfect, our trained experts avoid these common errors to ensure your artwork is framed to avoid damage.