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4/21/2021

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Add a creative touch to your framing project.

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What is a specialty mat cut? Most mat openings are cut in a typical rectangle shape. Specialty mat cuts are unusual shapes or designs cut into the mat instead of the usual right angles. A carefully chosen specialty mat cut can creatively enhance the art. There are so many shapes from which to choose, how do you know which one is the right one? As with most framing designs, there is no one right answer.

We took the same art and added different mat cuts. Which one do you like best?
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Octangle
It has a feminine,
vintage look.
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Persian
It has a soft,
formal look.
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Angle Array
It mimics the frills
in the dress.
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Grecian Notch
It has a geometric,
formal look.
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Camelback Flair
Its flowing lines
match the dress.
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Nouveau
It has a bold,
timeless look.
There are no bad options!
It just depends on what you are trying to emphasize.

Color Tip:
As you can see, a lot of specialty mat cuts require two mats, but you can play with the other color for different effects. Use two layers of the same color for a subtle look. Or, make one layer much brighter than the other to highlight something in the art. There is no limit to how many mats can be used!

A specialty cut can...

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...hide unwanted items in the image.
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...reflect a period of time.
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...add softness and warmth to an image.
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...mimic the feel of the image.
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Custom Specialty Cuts

Yes! We can create custom mat cuts for you based on your framing design needs.
←This customer wanted an extra touch to show the Sister's devotion. A mat cut was designed to resemble a cross.
→This custom cut was designed to emphasize and flow with the flames on the jacket.

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What kind of specialty cut would add a creative spark to your art? We can do it!
5925 Wedgwood Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76133
817.292.7842


www.kenscustomframes.com

Wendy A. Williamson, Owner & President
wendy@kenscustomframes.com
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817.292.7842


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