Chapter 11. Finishing touches

Border colors and mats

A well-chosen colored mat with a complementary-colored frame will enhance the look of your print even further.

Frame and mat colors

Black and white and color photographic prints look best when displayed in a carefully chosen combination of mat and frame. White mats are easy enough to use and look great for both kinds of prints, but neutral midtone colors can look good too. Toned black and white prints, like the two shown above- and bottom-right, can be greatly enhanced by a dark wood frame and cream- colored ...

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