I promised to show the process of transforming artwork on a computer into something you hang on a wall quite some time ago (in "Internet time" anyway) so, to make up for the time lag, I am doing it in "real time" today. I am stopping to make this post. I’ll be done later today.

Stretching digital print onto frame

This is a key stage of the process. The print has to be centered on the frame, one staple in the middle of each side. You should be able to see the characteristic diamond-shaped fold in the middle of the canvas. If you get this part wrong, the whole mount will be a botch job. I have done it, and failed. Isn’t it easier to just buy one of these things?

Framing tool kit

Once again, people who work only with their minds on a computer may enjoy a look at the set of tools peculiar to this low-tech task. Those canvas-streching pliers are an unusual item, even for a handyman.

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