Friday, February 15, 2008

Solution to using black matts- when framing travel memorabilia and art



What do you do when you've bought some lovely pieces of art, yet the art looks so heavy by the black card put around it?

If you scroll down, you'll find the first installment to this story...

Poor Ganesh and the Goddess of Knowledge were sadly dampened by the heavy black card around them, when I bought them on holiday in Bali in January.

When changing from black matts, one solution is to go either side of black; either to charcoal grey, or a warm grey/brown with the matt. The darker tone makes the lighter areas of the image stand out and the softer tone helps the artwork to speak and breathe.

On my paintings here, I used a deep warm/grey outer matt and a warm peach cream inner matt. Finally, these lovely paintings were finished off with a dark, carved timber frame, for a rich asian-inspired decorative effect!

It's so exciting to have new artworks on my wall at home! Especially ones that remind me of such a great holiday!

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Wanted -Two New Rarified Staff Members!


Wanted - Chief Framer!


Rarified needs your help! We are looking for a full time chief framer to help us take our first class creative capability to the next level.

Who do you know who has;
Fine framing skills
A positive and dedicated attitude
Is self-motivated
Loves Art and
Wants to grow as part of an exciting, creative, small business team?

At Rarified we look after our team and will provide a strong financial package and significant career and self development opportunities.

Introduce us to our chief framer and receive $1000 custom framing!!

But wait, there’s more...

Fame Design Consultant and Front of House

Rarified is also recruiting for a frame design consultant and front of house, on a part time basis.

The ideal candidate will be outgoing, friendly, love art and design, have a great eye for colour, a love of interior design and have outstanding sales and customer service experience.

Introduce us to this star recruit and receive $500 of custom framing!!

All applications to be submitted by Saturday 23rd February 2008.

Call Rarified today with anyone you know who might be interested in joining our team, or pass out these details and have them call us for further information on 6257 4270.

Thank you sincerely for your help!

Samantha Simpson-Morgan