Step 1 of my “Build-Out” process is to print and then mount the art as shown using American made Logan brand equipment and cutters. Archival grade 4 ply product chosen for the custom double mat cuts along with 3/16’th inch backerboard for the mount.

Step 2 of Build-Out displaying how art is next wrapped in custom built wooden frame. In this example a thick piece of American Chestnut with quarter cut 3” borders was chosen to accompany the work. A recessed step-down bevel was used for the rabbet and the piece was finished in Rubio Monocoat to bring out the natural beauty of the wood grain.

Custom-made frame to encompass a beautiful poem written by a retired serviceman. This White Ash frame was ripped to have substantial 2 1/4” borders along with a custom routered beveled edge along the miters to give a look as unique as the poem it houses. Piece finished off with a Rubio Monocoat Walnut stain complimented by archival glass snapped to size.

Build process of a custom White Ash frame to wrap this American Kestrel in flight. Frame was cut with thick 2 1/4” borders along with custom face routing. Rubio Monocoat multi-color stain finish applied to bring out grain pattern and compliment colors of piece.