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Picture Framing and Art Preservation/Expert Profile
Expertise
I am a professional custom picture framer and designer. I have experience in all areas of picture framing, and own my own custom framing shop. I can answer questions relating to the design of a piece, the preservation of the artwork, color theory, photograph restoration, decor, art placement, room balancing and installation questions.
Experience in the area
I have owned my own retail custom frame shop for 5 years, and managed a high-end shop before that for 5.5 years. I worked for a professional restorer and archivist for 8 months prior to the management position. I am also a fine artist myself, with a BFA in Photography and Printmaking, and have been framing my own work for years and years.
Education/Credentials
BFA Fine Arts, NYSCC at Alfred University, NY
What do you like about this subject?
I really have developed a passion for the art of framing over these last ten years. A great frame elevates a piece of artwork, while the wrong one can make the work look uncomfortable at best. I look forward to more years of providing creative, timeless and elegant framing!
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mel | 08/13/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Sara :) |
| Wynee | 07/21/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, I will try this and let ..... |
| Elsa | 06/28/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Sara for your ideas. Now ..... |
| Marilyn | 06/18/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Sara, Thank you so much ..... |
| Jessica | 06/01/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Sara's response was very through and helpful ..... |
Recent Answers from Sara Tro
2010-08-12 Picture Wall Gallery - need help!:
HI Chantal, Thank you for the question! This is the age old dilema most home owners have, so you are not alone! Hanging a successful "collage" of pieces, especially in a stairwell, can be a huge challenge
2010-08-09 Removing back from frame:
Hi Carol, Thanks for writing! it shouldn't devalue the print if you have to remove the backing, but you may want to take it to a local professional framer to do so. They can cut the backing off and
2010-08-05 WW1 silk scarf map:
Hi Cricket, Thanks for writing! So sorry for my late reply.. this is a complicated framing project question, and I was away for a week or so :) Sooooo.. framing a piece of art or fabric to see both
2010-08-03 Static on perspex:
Hi Mel, Thanks for writing! So, this is an age old dilema, the static of plastic (Plexi, perspex) glazing for framing. I have used this static to my advantage several times, but I have never found anything
2010-07-28 damaged korean wall panel:
Hi Gayle, Thanks for the question! Fabric art/fiber art restoration is a whole area of art conservation, and for good reason. Repairing fabric art is probably (in my opinion) one of the most difficult
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