Framing Open Studio

Schedule: Wednesday 1:30-3:30 P.M. 

5 weeks of class

Sep 4 - Oct 2, 2024

Age group: Adult

Want to learn how to frame artwork and have a variety of work, be it works on paper or paintings, that you would like to frame? Have old frames you would like to repurpose? This studio for you! Limited to 2 students, this small studio will allow you to work closely with an experienced frame maker and will provide students with all the materials they need to complete their framing projects. Students can expect to complete multiple framing projects over the course of the class and will learn the fundamentals of framing and how they can use it in their art practices.

Note: Frame size limited to 24x 30 for works on paper. The class price includes $100 in materials 

Syllabus: For 5-week class

This is an open studio and the syllabus will be tailored to individual student’s needs.

Price: $400 for 5 weeks of classes. All materials provided except listed tools below.

Number of participants: 2

Mask optional except when respirator is required.

Essential supplies (no need to purchase new tools and materials if you already have your own.)

Japanese pull saw (Western style saws with thick kerfs make dados in strainers difficult)

https://www.amazon.com/SUIZAN-Japanese-Folding-Double-Woodworking/dp/B075L4P4FN/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2X7OSLY9PA092&keywords=suizan%2Bjapanese%2Bpull%2Bsaw&qid=1697140058&sprefix=suizan%2B%2Caps%2C460&sr=8-5&th=1

Miter 45 Try Square (cheaper are available but Kinex is a trustworthy brand)

https://www.amazon.com/Kinex-4007-02-120-Machinist-Accurate-Thousandth/dp/B07FNGG6V5/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1JWJ0KLHM3FY8&keywords=machinist+45+degree+square&qid=1697140244&sprefix=machinist+45%2Caps%2C84&sr=8-9

Respirator 

https://www.lowes.com/pd/3M-Reusable-All-Purpose-Valved-Safety-Mask/3466798

Recommended supplies (not needed for the class but essential for home use)

Miter Trimmer

https://www.rockler.com/miter-trimmer

Ratchet straps

https://www.lowes.com/pd/SmartStraps-4-Pack-1-in-x-10-ft-Ratchet-Tie-Down-500-lbs-Work-Capacity/3740809

Glass cutter (This is my favorite. Cheaper are available)

https://www.amazon.com/Toyo-Wheel-Cutter-TC17VVB-Handle/dp/B00439LAE4/ref=sr_1_6_pp?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kWJchT9m31tBY_EaPaT-ABUiZJYat3praSTgqBOnNA30yUhYzVuEsy3IfbC-7_CcPEwnMoQyQpQWG03zYhdI370JHluxhayOZk99gxgXxx0pVGeG_Q91vkKpfN-7OQ9QV-PoTVipL97Qb50TVVe-0OuBQXh-u9WPr_zzBdh_QOfzjtUU1_7tQ1iDOxI42xZXL3jAs1vYWx6aH60nX5ycUpFn5hXcSaJiQZA8PSed_4cYyjn7AVch2lKoYEz70fPfw_EVNMVCt8KQzPbC3WeDxcQc0DG1ko-QJ98Rwp5UTe8.cQJKKREYuw6iTOoyDl5lQ3LJF9iAs1vY3SjbNPVlGoA&dib_tag=se&keywords=glass+cutter&qid=1711463619&sr=8-6

Bio

My name is William Demaria. I currently live in Baltimore Maryland and sustain myself off of selling my artwork in New York City. I do not have a woodshop with expensive power tools, and I make frames in my 2 bedroom apartment. Last year I made roughly 30 frames from scratch and saved about $12,000. While originally, I started to save money, I have found I can get a significantly higher quality frame than I received from a professional framer and the handmade frames I make allow me to present my artwork in high end art shows.