Basic Framing Course | Applying Paper to Picture Frames and the Story of the Dharma Painting
When working in traditional mounting, you begin to realize that what is unseen is often more important than what is visible. Today, I’m documenting the foundational work for a frame that will hold an artwork, along with some thoughts from working on a Bodhidharma painting. Essential Foundation Work After Frame Construction A wooden frame is not truly complete once the carpentry is finished. While it may look structurally sound, it is still not ready to properly support and preserve an artwork. At this stage, one crucial process must be carried out: 👉 Applying multiple layers of paper to both the front and back of the frame. This step is not just for finishing purposes. It plays key roles such as: Preventing warping of the frame Enhancing structural stability Adapting to humidity and temperature changes Strengthening protection for the artwork Layering and drying hanji (traditional Korean paper) or similar materials takes time, but it is a critical step that directly affects the ...