outsidethebox Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm purchasing some cool artwork for my home theater - it's laser-etched aluminum and looks pretty cool. http://www.westsidelaserworks.com/comic-book-related.html I'm getting the two Star Wars pieces, the Serenity piece, and the Iron Man piece. I really like how the frames on the Star Wars ones look -- http://www.westsidelaserworks.com/uploads/...936517_orig.jpg And I was wondering if anybody knows where to buy a frame like that online? We can go to a custom framing store, I'm sure, but that's going to be pretty expensive... Was hoping someone may have stumbled upon frames like at some point. The ones in the picture are custom made by the artist and aren't for sale. (already tried that ) Batman looks sweet. Do they do other marvel and DC heroes? I an feeling a little jealous right now. LOL! Being a hobbyist woodworker, it shouldn't be that hard to build your own frames. Give it a try, you might surprise yourself. BTW, I love the name of the company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Batman looks sweet. Do they do other marvel and DC heroes? I an feeling a little jealous right now. LOL! Being a hobbyist woodworker, it shouldn't be that hard to build your own frames. Give it a try, you might surprise yourself. BTW, I love the name of the company. The only ones they have are the ones on their site - Batman, Iron Man, and Storm. They take requests -- and you can commission a piece, though I have no idea how much that costs. I suggested that they look at some video games too - Gears of War would be pretty cool. As for making my own - I don't have a single tool to work on it. In addition, with work and school I have almost no time to do my photography hobby, let alone learn something new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 But I'm not handy at all. You actually paid money for Star Wars "Art" and you're not handy? SHOCKING. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 You actually paid money for Star Wars "Art" and you're not handy? SHOCKING. You forgot Serenity and Iron Man art too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 No framing stores in Minni? That's where I'd start. Find one and walk in with a photo of what you want. You'll need a mat to go with it anyway. Have them make and assemble them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 No framing stores in Minni? That's where I'd start. Find one and walk in with a photo of what you want. You'll need a mat to go with it anyway. Have them make and assemble them too. I was hoping to not have to go to a custom framing store - since that'll probably cost a LOT more... But we'll see. I don't think I want a mat - it comes on black foamcore, so I should just be able to put it in a frame I think. None of his pictures show a mat either. We'll see what happens I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 (edited) I was hoping to not have to go to a custom framing store - since that'll probably cost a LOT more... But we'll see. My town drips with framing shops and I'll bet yours does to. If you value this thing, get a quality frame that you like. It's not as if you have to change them every few years. Let's say you live another 50 years. Do you want to spend 50 years staring at the thing knowing that the frame isn't quite the ticket but was the chintzy. cost-effective choice? No! Edited August 13, 2010 by stuckincincy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Let's say you live another 50 years. Do you want to spend 50 years staring at the thing knowing that the frame isn't quite the ticket but was the chintzy. cost-effective choice? No! Depends. Did I pay $30 for the "chintzy" frame and $500 for the "good" frame? In that case, I could live with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Depends. Did I pay $30 for the "chintzy" frame and $500 for the "good" frame? In that case, I could live with it. Well, you did purchase a piece of fine art, worthy of display in the Prado or the Louvre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Well, you did purchase a piece of fine art, worthy of display in the Prado or the Louvre. This fine art is way too good for those places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 This fine art is way too good for those places. NYC's MOMA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim in Anchorage Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm purchasing some cool artwork for my home theater - it's laser-etched aluminum and looks pretty cool. http://www.westsidelaserworks.com/comic-book-related.html I'm getting the two Star Wars pieces, the Serenity piece, and the Iron Man piece. I really like how the frames on the Star Wars ones look -- http://www.westsidelaserworks.com/uploads/...936517_orig.jpg And I was wondering if anybody knows where to buy a frame like that online? We can go to a custom framing store, I'm sure, but that's going to be pretty expensive... Was hoping someone may have stumbled upon frames like at some point. The ones in the picture are custom made by the artist and aren't for sale. (already tried that ) This looks like it would appeal to your interests. frames for geeks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 I was hoping to not have to go to a custom framing store - since that'll probably cost a LOT more... But we'll see. I don't think I want a mat - it comes on black foamcore, so I should just be able to put it in a frame I think. None of his pictures show a mat either. We'll see what happens I guess. There should be a Michaels (hobby and craft store) in Minny... They are pretty reasonable. Michaels Framing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 I was hoping to not have to go to a custom framing store - since that'll probably cost a LOT more... But we'll see. I don't think I want a mat - it comes on black foamcore, so I should just be able to put it in a frame I think. None of his pictures show a mat either. We'll see what happens I guess. They often carry a line of simple frames that are in common sizes. It might be worth your while to check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 There should be a Michaels (hobby and craft store) in Minny... They are pretty reasonable. Michaels Framing I think Hobby Lobby might also have good prices on ready-made frames or framing kits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 I think Hobby Lobby might also have good prices on ready-made frames or framing kits. True... I also think both do "custom" framing (if you want to call it that) for you too. Really, even having them do it, it is very reasonable (from what I have used... Of course the sky can't be the limit... ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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