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April
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#23246 2007-09-20 21:32 GMT |
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when measuring a piece of artwork, do you measure the actual piece alone or that and the mat board together?
I'm applying for a BFA and they need my portfolio with the measurements |
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God
35 posts |
#23247 2007-09-20 21:40 GMT |
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Well, I would say that you should measure a few things.
1. The perimeter around the paper/canvas. 2. The perimeter around the actual picture (if this differs from number 1) 3. The perimeter around the mat board. Purposes for each: Measure 1 to have an idea of how much room you have to play with when matting. Measure 2 to figure out how large the opening of the mat needs to be. Measure 3 to figure out what size frame you need. |
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Melissa
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#23248 2007-09-20 22:07 GMT |
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You measure the actual piece. The mats are not a part of the artwork, they are a support and protection for the artwork. The utilitarian aspect of mats have become part of the aesthetics as well.
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