FRAMER'S CORNER

Welcome to our June Framer's Corner!!!

Each month, we like to take a moment to share some of our favorite projects with our readers, giving you an inside look at the process of framing, meeting our designers, and the fun pieces of art that come through our shop. 

This month we bring you a piece framed by our designer Jace. Jace has been with Frame of Mind for a few years and we are so happy to have him and his design skills. Read about how he framed this very large piece of art for our client!

For this round of our Framer's Corner, our designer Jace chose to highlight a vibrant and captivating piece of Otomi embroidery—an exquisite example of traditional Mexican folk art that bursts with life and color.

This hand-embroidered textile features a joyful array of flora and fauna rendered in radiant, rainbow threads. Each stitch tells a story passed down through generations of artisans from the Tanango region of central Mexico.



To honor the heritage and energy of this piece, Jace chose to mount this piece by sewing it onto acid-free, pure white matting to preserve its integrity and texture. This is the most archival method of mounting this beautiful piece. No glues or adhesives were used and the sew method is reversible. When sewing this down to the mat board the stitches are hidden with in the piece so they are not visible or a distraction.



Next, Jace chose a 3-inch distressed cream ornate frame that comes to us from our supplier, Omega. This frame emulates the rustic energy and texture of the handmade paper. To finish this piece off, 99% UV-protected acrylic was chosen to shield the piece from damage and fading. By choosing acrylic for glazing instead of glass you accomplish two things, the weight of the piece is significantly reduced and the chance of breakage is also less than glass.

With this design complete, all the materials used ensure its colors remain bold and lively for generations to come.

The Otomi people are known for their rich storytelling traditions, and their textiles are a reflection of their spiritual connection to nature and the divine. The symmetry and rhythm in the design - represent harmony, with each animal and flower imbued with symbolic meaning.


"This project was all about balance—letting the artwork shine while supporting it with materials and craftsmanship that will stand the test of time. It was a joy to frame such a spirited piece." - Jace

Excuse the glare! We are just in awe of this amazing design and size of this piece. Great job Jace!!

Frame of Mind

1706 Brooks St

Missoula, MT 59801

406-549-8589

www.frameofmindmt.com

info@frameofmindmt.com

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