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In-Depth Framing Guide
What sets my framing apart — and why collectors love it.
Why Presentation Matters as Much as the Artwork
When you collect one of my artworks, I want it to arrive as a complete, resolved piece — not something that still requires decisions, compromises, or additional work.
That’s why every artwork is offered professionally framed, ready to hang and thoughtfully finished.
Rather than treating framing as an afterthought, I consider it an essential part of how the artwork is experienced. The frame should protect the work, support it visually, and feel intentional in your space.
This approach allows the artwork itself to remain the focus — calm, balanced, and fully realised from the moment it’s unwrapped.
This guide explains what goes into that process — from materials and glazing choices to the details that make each framed artwork feel quietly refined.
What Makes This Framing Special
Framed in a London Studio
Every artwork is professionally framed in a London studio, where the artwork, glazing, and frame are carefully assembled and finished to ensure a clean, gallery-ready presentation.
This hands-on finishing process ensures precise alignment, and a level of attention that shows once the artwork is on the wall.
Precision-Crafted Frames from Germany
The wooden frames themselves are crafted in Germany by Nielsen, a renowned European frame producer known for precision engineering and exceptional build quality.
This combination of German craftsmanship and London-based finishing results in a frame that feels deliberate, balanced, and beautifully executed — solid, clean, and dependable.
Real Wood Only — No Imitations
All frames are made from real wood — never MDF, plastic, or imitation materials.
This gives the frame a natural warmth, subtle grain, and a timeless quality that complements fine art photography rather than competing with it.
The wood used is FSC®-certified, sourced from responsibly managed forests that meet strict environmental and social standards.
Glass & Acrylic — Chosen by Size
To ensure both clarity and durability, glazing is selected based on artwork size:
Small and medium sizes are framed behind high-quality glass, offering crisp clarity and a classic finish.
Larger sizes are framed behind premium framing acrylic (3 mm thick) — lighter, safer for substantial works, and ideal for larger formats while maintaining excellent visual clarity.
Each material is chosen to suit the artwork, not the other way around.
Clean, Modern Presentation (No Mount)
All artworks are framed without a mount, creating a clean, contemporary presentation that keeps the focus entirely on the image.
A subtle printed border around the artwork provides visual breathing room and balance, resulting in a look that feels intentional, modern, and quietly confident.
This approach is widely used for contemporary photography in galleries and private collections.
Ready to Hang
Every framed artwork arrives ready to hang, with secure hanging hardware professionally attached to the back of the frame.
No additional preparation needed — simply unpack, hang, and live with the artwork.
A Considered Choice of Frame Finishes
Each finish is selected to work naturally with both the artwork and a wide range of interiors:
- Black — timeless, elegant, and quietly confident
- White — clean, modern, and gallery-light
- Oak — warm, natural, and subtly textured
Every option is designed to support the artwork, not distract from it.
No Mount — The Museum-Standard Look
Framed without a mount — the same approach used by top galleries and museums displaying contemporary fine art photography. Many collectors who once preferred traditional mounts now say they’d never go back.
Exact Frame & Paper Dimensions
SMALL – A4 (21 × 30 cm)
Paper Dimensions
Paper size: 21 × 29.7 cm
Printed area: 17.8 × 26.5 cm
White margin/border: 16 mm
Frame Dimensions
Outside dimensions: 23.5 × 32.1 cm
Frame face: 16 mm
Frame depth: 25 mm
MEDIUM – A2 (42 × 59 cm)
Paper Dimensions
Paper size: 42 × 59.4 cm
Printed area: 36.4 × 53.8 mm
White margin/border: 28 mm
Frame Dimensions
Outside dimensions: 44.5 × 61.8 cm
Frame face: 16 mm
Frame depth: 25 mm
LARGE – A1 (59 × 84 cm)
Paper Dimensions
Paper size: 59.4 × 84.1 cm
Printed area: 52.8 × 77.5 mm
White margin/border: 33 mm
Frame Dimensions
Outside dimensions: 61.8 × 86.5 cm
Frame face: 16 mm
Frame depth: 25 mm
EXTRA LARGE – 70 × 100 cm
Paper Dimensions
Paper size: 70 × 100 cm
Printed area: 63.2 × 93.2 mm
White margin/border: 34 mm
Frame Dimensions
Outside dimensions: 72.4 × 102.4 cm
Frame face: 16 mm
Frame depth: 25 mm
This Is the Difference
Thoughtful framing isn’t about excess. It’s about restraint, balance, and confidence.
A well-framed artwork doesn’t shout.
It settles into a space. It holds presence. It feels right.
That’s the goal here: to support the artwork, respect your space, and make living with fine art feel effortless and enduring.
Have Questions?
If you’d like help choosing a frame finish or want to understand how a particular size will work in your space, feel free to reach out.
I’m always happy to help: adam@adambiernatstudio.co.uk
Authentic. Signed. Collectible.
Each artwork is signed by Adam Biernat and includes a certificate of authenticity — a true collectible for discerning collectors.
Museum-Level Detail & Depth.
Printed with breathtaking sharpness and tonal richness on archival Hahnemühle cotton paper — to immerse you in the moment it was captured.
Framed to Perfection in London
Solid wood frames. Every piece is framed by hand in London for lasting impact.
Lifetime Fade Warranty
Crafted to last a lifetime — and beyond. If your artwork ever shows signs of fading, I’ll replace it.