Picture Frame Sizes

Picture frame sizes are determined by the size of the artwork to be protected and displayed. The board or canvas determines size and in the case of watercolors often the size incorporates the mat as well. Standard picture frame sizes will fit the standard board sizes available in art supply shops and retailers of art supplies. The common picture frame sizes reflect the size of a sheet of watercolor paper. Larger sizes will conform to a full size sheet. Smaller frames will suit half or quarter sized sheets. Mats are cut to enhance the watercolor so the size may vary considerably when individual art works are framed.

Standard picture frame size is often not suitable for a specific artwork, so the need for a variety of sizes is common. From a wallet size picture frame to a frame that will fill a mezzanine wall there is need to fit all works of art. Photos are often framed in their regular size and there are many ready-made photo frames designed to fit the average photo.

Custom picture frame sizes apply when the artist creates a work of art outside the standard size range. As with photo frame sizes, the photographer will find keeping within the picture frame sizes that are most popular, cheaper and less expensive. Working within the framework of regular sizes can keep costs to a minimum. When needed though picture frame custom size can suit any need. The picture frame size must enhance and protect the artwork.

For passport photos and smaller works there will be a proof size picture frame. Proofs are the small versions of a series of pictures taken by a photographer and used for display and choosing which prints will be used. For promotion or for weddings and holiday snaps keeping the proof safe is important for protecting the original memories and knowing which photos to enlarge.

These smaller styled frames provide wallet size picture frame fold with wallet size picture frame mat to suit. Folding photo frames that will fit into a wallet are popular with photographers from marketing executives to grandmothers bragging about their grandchildren. Elaborate frames of wallet size may need a wallet size picture frame mat to protect a valuable photo from coming into contact with the frame’s glass.

The photograph will find that keeping within regular sizes for their photo frames and picture frames will ensure costs are minimal. Sizes of frames though can be varied to suit any artwork.