Paris in Paint, Paris on Film
While we can mat and frame a lot of different things, photos and paintings are the most common things to put in a frame, so deal with them a lot. And on this rainy Friday, it gave me an idea- let’s take a look at the same place through the mediums of both painting and photography. I chose none other than Paris. If you want make a side by side comparison, have look at our multi-opening mats.
First, a painting of Paris from one of its most famous residents- none other than Vincent Van Gogh. While living with his brother on a hill above Paris, at some point Van Gogh realized he had an amazing view. Its hard to fault the artist for wanting to capture this view. The architecture and colors of the nearby buildings are great, and the way the view extends into the distance breathtaking.
Next, have a look at this piece by Seurat of the Eiffel Tower. Painted only a few years after the Van Gogh, the tower was still new at this time. Seurat also uses an interesting style in this piece that makes it look a bit like an old color photo to me. I’m sure that wasn’t what he was going for, but I find the effect interesting.
And finally, one of the oldest photos of Paris I could find- though there are many to be sure. It’s not just artists who have been impressed with the city. The above paintings show the beauty of the city, but this photo shows a very different perspective. I can imagine walking down this street every day and still being awed by the view. And if you want to take in a view like this every day, you can order a mat and frame to go with any of your favorite photos.
Recommended Reading
"WE MAT & FRAME TO INVITE THE VIEWER INTO A WORLD OF UNTOLD STORIES" SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN JUNE 5 – JULY 3, 2024 SUBMIT YOUR ART TODAY HOW TO SUBMIT VISIT THE WEBSITE AND USE THE SUBMISSION FORM E-MAIL NAME, ART, DESCRIPTION AND ORDER NUMBER FOR MORE INFO VISIT WWW.MATBOARDANDMORE.COM/MATBOARD-AWARDS.HTML click here to [
During Women's History Month, it's the perfect moment to honor the remarkable achievements of women across different sectors. Today, let's focus on the field of picture framing, recognizing the significant contributions made by women to its diverse history. Despite encountering societal challenges and gender prejudices, these pioneering women persisted, showcasing their skills, innovation, and enduring [
Picture Framing and Matboard Gift Cards Get your Matboard and Picture Framing Gift Cards here.
Introducing Our New Sample Booklets! Unveiling the perfect picture framing solutions with our latest addition: Sample Booklets! Whether you’re a seasoned framer or just beginning your journey, these booklets offer a convenient way to explore our diverse range of products. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside: Accessories: Discover essential backing boards, plexiglass, and show [
SHOP NOW Valentines Day Matboard and Frames A Valentine Day matboard and frame is a great gift to show someone how much you care. A heart shaped matboard and frame is a simple yet thoughtful way to show your appreciation. See our custom designs for loving gift ideas this Valentines Day. Contact us with [
SAY HELLO TO THE NEW THICK PREMIUM PLEXIGLASS In celebration of our new Thick Picture Framing Premium Plexiglass, we’re offering incredible discounts on our entire plexiglass range. Complete your custom picture frame and matboard. Take advantage of these exclusive offers while supplies last: STANDARD Plexiglass: 0.040″, Lightweight and Clear PETG Vivak® Acrylic – 31% off PREMIUM [
Matboard Training Series A matboard, alternatively referred to as a mat, matte, mount board, or passe-partout (if you want to be fancy), is specifically designed to be positioned between your image and the picture frame. Matboards come in various colors, serving to enhance the aesthetics of your images by offering a wide selection of hues [
Fall is the most beautiful time of year. This is an amazing time to explore new colors and to embody the seasonal change with decorative matboards. Our decorative mats include some incredible fall colors that can work well as stand alone mats, or as double mats.