Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance

Matting & Framing for Preservation

This workshop will serve as an introduction to the materials and techniques necessary for creating safe and attractive housing and framing for paper-based art and artifacts. Participants will learn basic principles of preservation framing and housing and will gain a greater understanding of techniques, assembly methods, and materials. The session will have a hands-on component covering the construction of archival corners and edge supports, hinges, and spacers.

Speaker: Jessica Makin, Manager of Housing and Framing, CCAHA
 

 

An introduction to the materials and techniques necessary for creating safe and attractive housing and framing for paper-based art and artifacts.