DIY projects are always fun, which is true for DIYing your artwork frames. But despite all the fun of getting absorbed by a new hobby, as an artist, there are some drawbacks to consider before you leap into doing it yourself. Below, we’ll dive into the pros and cons of DIY framing your art.
It’s a Great Hobby
When you are just starting, creating your frame can be an enjoyable hobby that you can improve over time. Hobbies like these teach you to stick with something until it’s finished. Commitment and discipline are keys to any professional endeavor. As we’ll see below, it can be a difficult hobby to pick up. However, if you’re doing it for pleasure, it’s a useful way to learn something new. This is a great benefit of DIY framing your art.
It Can Be Hard To Pick Up
DIY framing can be hard to learn, especially if you plan to sell your art. It’s wise to apprentice under someone who knows what they’re doing. Otherwise, you risk wasting money on materials at first. Even worse, you risk ruining or tearing your art when you use tools like a stapler for picture frames. To mitigate this issue, we recommend learning to frame on sample canvases.
You Can Sell It
Finally, when you get good at framing artwork, you can do it yourself professionally. This is another income stream and can be quite fruitful since many people don’t spend time learning the skill. If you apprentice under a professional, they may be more inclined to teach you the ins and outs of DIYing your picture frame. If you’re an artist, it might be wise to learn this skill to add it to your repertoire. You can tell people that you painted or drew the art and DIYed the frame, which lends to greater credibility in the long run.