There are a wide range of framing styles and colors to choose from.

Perfect Match
Ideally, the frame should match the content of the portrait and and decor of the room in which it will be displayed. This can be acheived through careful planning of the portrait session.
Some "New" Stuff
Matting is a classic technique for displaying portraits. The popularity of matting has created a extremely diverse range of mat choices. Combined with an appropriate frame, a matted portrait or portraits can be a dramatic presentation.

Match the mat color to the frame, your clothing in the portrait, or even your home decor. The options for creating a unique finished portrait are endless.

Frame Size Considerations
Standard Portrait sizes are as follows (inches):
2 1/2 x 3 (wallet) 8 x 10 20 x 24
4 x 5 / 5 x 5 11 x 14 24 x 30
5 x 7 16 x 20

A typical size for a mat is 3 inches making the frame size for an 11x14 portrait (3+3+11) by (3+3+14) = 17x20 frame size.

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