Icing on the Cake

A good frame is like a good icing on a cake, that is,  not entirely essential but definitely a positive  and worthwhile enhancement and when executed well, just plain delicious!  For some time I have been experimenting with different materials  in the construction of various painting frames for my paintings, seeking to match each painting with just the border treatment, ranging from polished metal to rustic weathered barn board.
For my recently finished painting 'South Shore Motoring' I chose to use aluminium flat bar stock which effectively mimicked the silver paint of the classic car featured in an elegant, restrained and contemporary  surround.  I have included a couple of snaps to illustrate the effect.  Watch here for periodic features of some of the unique frames I have created.