How to Choose the Right Framing Style for Your Fine Art Prints

Choosing the right frame for your fine art print is more than a finishing touch—it’s part of the art itself. The right framing style can elevate your piece, protect it for decades, and help it blend beautifully with your home, office, or gallery space.

If you're in Surrey, Langley, Delta, White Rock, Abbotsford, or anywhere in the Fraser Valley, this guide will help you confidently choose a frame that enhances your print while reflecting your personal style.

1. Start With the Mood of the Art

Different images call for different framing aesthetics.
Think about what the artwork feels like:

Minimalist Landscapes

Soft, calming prints—like ocean views, foggy forests, or Mount Seymour sunrises—pair beautifully with thin modern frames in black, white, or natural wood.

Bold or Colourful Art

Vibrant abstract pieces or dramatic portraits shine with thicker frames or deeper shadowbox styles that give the print room to breathe.

Vintage or Classic Prints

If your artwork has an old-world feel, ornate frames or warm wood tones give it a traditional, timeless character.

2. Match (or Contrast) Your Interior Decor

Your frame should support both the artwork and the room it’s entering.

For Modern Homes (Surrey Centre, South Surrey, Clayton Heights)

Clean lines, thin profiles, and neutral tones are ideal—matte black, white, or maple wood frames.

For Rustic or Farmhouse Interior (Abbotsford, Langley Township)

Walnut, reclaimed wood, or soft grey-wash frames complement earthy interiors without overpowering the art.

For Professional Offices (Newton, Guildford, Delta)

Metallic frames, black aluminum, or dark walnut convey a polished, elevated look.

3. Choose the Right Matting (or Go Mat-Free)

Matting helps the artwork breathe and adds visual space.

Go with Matting When:

• You want the art to appear larger

• The design needs visual separation from the frame

• You want a gallery-style aesthetic

White, off-white, or charcoal mats work best for fine art prints.

Skip Matting When:

• You want a sleek modern look

• The artwork has strong borders or edge designs

• You're working with panoramic landscape prints

A mat-free approach works beautifully for photography prints, especially in Surrey homes designed with minimalist décor.

4. Consider Frame Depth (Shadowboxes Make a Big Difference)

Shadowbox frames are ideal when you want to add presence and drama.

Perfect for:
✔ Large landscape prints
✔ Metallic or acrylic prints
✔ Textured fine-art paper
✔ Multi-layered compositions

Their extra depth creates a floating, gallery-style display—popular in modern homes across the Fraser Valley.

5. Don’t Overlook Glass Quality

The wrong glass can cheapen your art and even damage it over time.

Recommended for Fine Art:

• UV-protection glass (essential for rooms with natural light)

• Anti-glare / museum glass (ideal for darker prints)

• Acrylic glazing (lightweight, perfect for big pieces)

High-quality glazing ensures your art stays vibrant, protected, and visually crisp.

6. Sizing: Bigger Is Often Better

When in doubt, choose slightly larger frames—this creates a more luxurious presence.

In Surrey condos and Fraser Valley homes with open layouts, large-format framed prints fill walls beautifully and make strong visual statements.

7. Ask for Professional Guidance

Every print deserves a unique framing solution.
Working with a professional framer ensures:

• Color harmony between print, matting, and frame

• Correct archival backing to protect the print

• Perfect measurement and alignment

• High-quality materials that last decades

Let Farzan Samsamy Studio Frame Your Art With Precision

(Surrey & Fraser Valley)

At Farzan Samsamy Studio, we offer custom fine-art printing and framing designed to preserve your work and elevate your space.

Whether it’s a landscape print, a family portrait, or artwork for your business, we help you choose the right frame, matting, and finish to match both your art and your environment.

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Ready to frame your art beautifully?
Contact us today for a consultation.