Five-day courses are available for beginners as well as advanced framers. Instructor Ray Dwyer limits each class to two students. The website says this undiluted training provides high-intensity, individualized instruction from a teacher with a reputation for meticulous craftsmanship. The beginner's course outlines basic tools, shop layout and suppliers. Lab instruction covers mat board properties, sizing, measuring, squaring and computerized mat-cutting fundamentals. The advanced course works for those considering a framing profession. It covers specific tools, innovative approaches and over-the-top design properties. Included in the instruction are specialty forms of framing such as V-Grooving and beveling.
West Art Picture Framing School
187 Dufort Road
Sagle, ID
208-263-8307
westartframing.com
Hands-on training demonstrates the latest in framing technology in one-on-one, two-day and four-day programs. One-on-one programs (basic and advanced applications) have only one to two students. Two-day programs are held on weekends. They teach the basics of custom picture framing and assume the students are interested in tackling the craft professionally. Included are straightforward and advanced mat cutting, mounting techniques, glass cutting, glazing, design and fitting. The four-day programs for basic and advanced training allow only 10 students per class. Included are 10 workstations with mat cutters and supplies.
ABC School of Picture Framing
274 Higbie Lane
West Islip, NY 11795
800-810-8849
631-321-7980
abcschoolofpictureframing.com
The academy specializes in basic, advanced, technical, business and sales education for those interested in a framing career. A DVD set provides insight into equipment, markups, startup and market niches. A six-session boot camp geared toward the entrepreneur teaches mat cutting, mounting, joining frames, glass techniques, fitting, pricing, design and marketing. A two-day framing group for hobbyists teaches the fundamentals of mat cutting and framing. A four-day program for entrepreneurs and amateurs alike expands the two-day program with more depth and detail. There is no fixed location for classes; they are taught around the country, including Las Vegas; Orlando, Florida; Pittsburgh; and Southington, Connecticut.
The American Picture Framing Academy
122 Spring Street
Southington, CT 06489
860-940-9262
888-840-9605
pictureframingschool.com