Field Notes
Notes from the bench.
What I've learned building frames by hand. How to choose, measure, light and live with the things you hang.
Latest note · Framing · 1 min read
Floating Frame Size Chart: How Big Will My Framed Canvas Be?
Order by canvas size. Here's how big each one ends up on the wall.
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Framing · 2 min read
What Depth Floating Frame Do I Need?
October 2026
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Framing · 2 min read
Floating Frame vs. Traditional Frame: Which Does Your Canvas Need?
October 2026
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Framing · 2 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Frame a Large Canvas?
October 2026
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Light · 6 min read
How to Choose a Picture Light for Artwork: What Actually Matters
September 2026
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Light · 3 min read
What Size Picture Light Do I Need?
September 2026
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Light · 3 min read
How to Light Artwork Without Opening the Wall
September 2026
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Framing · 3 min read
How to Measure a Canvas for a Floating Frame
July 2026
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Framing · 2 min read
The Truth About the “No Frame” Trend (And When Frames Matter Most)
June 2026
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Framing · 3 min read
The 3 Framing Mistakes That Make Great Art Look “Off”
January 2026
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Wood · 6 min read
White Oak Explained: Why It’s Trending and How to Use It in a Modern Home
January 2026
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Wood · 4 min read
How Humidity and Seasons Affect Wood Furniture (And What’s Normal)
January 2026
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Wood · 5 min read
White Oak vs Red Oak: How to Tell Them Apart and Which One Belongs in Your Home
December 2025
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Wood · 3 min read
The Designer’s Guide to Flat, Rift, and Quarter Sawn White Oak for Furniture and Custom Cabinetry
December 2025
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Wood · 5 min read
The Truth About Staining Wood: What You Need to Know Before You Start
October 2025
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Framing · 6 min read
The Definitive Guide to Gallery Walls: From First Ideas to Curator Level Design
September 2025
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Framing · 2 min read
A Beginner’s Guide to Designing a Gallery Wall
September 2025
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Wood · 1 min read
The Quiet Value of Real Wood in a Loud World
June 2025
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Framing · 2 min read
Beyond Basic: Why Solid Hardwood Floater Frames Make a Difference for Canvas Artists
April 2025
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Framing · 3 min read
Matting Made Simple: How to Choose the Right Size for Your Frame
April 2025
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Framing · 1 min read
Why UV-Protective Acrylic Is Worth It
April 2025
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The shop · 1 min read
The Atlas Guarantee: Why Customer Service Still Matters
April 2025
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Framing · 1 min read
Why Canvas Floating Frames Elevate Your Art & How to Choose the Right One
February 2025
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Framing · 4 min read
Framing Your Favorite Albums: The Ultimate Guide to Vinyl Wall Art
February 2025
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Framing · 2 min read
How to Elevate Your Fujifilm Instax Photos with Stunning Hardwood Frames
February 2025
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Wood · 2 min read
How to Choose the Right Wood Species for Your Photograph or Art
February 2025
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Wood · 3 min read
The Wood We Use: Why Real Hardwood Makes a Difference
February 2025
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Artists · 1 min read
Artist Spotlight: Madison Holler of Rubinski Works – Where Tradition Meets Modern Craft
February 2025
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Framing · 2 min read
The Benefits of Using Solid Hardwood for Canvas Frames
February 2025
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Framing · 1 min read
Why Some Moments Deserve More Than a Screen
January 2025
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Artists · 1 min read
Artist Spotlight: Ed Terpening – From Silicon Valley to Stunning Artistry
January 2025
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Artists · 1 min read
Artist Spotlight: Taylor Williams – Bringing the Outer Banks to Your Home
January 2025
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