Shadowbox Framing: Display your Treasures in a Special Frame

Article used by permission from Picture Framing Magazine's
Framing Focus

Souvenirs from a fun vacation. Momentos of a special celebration. A collection of favorite objects. All these things-and any other combinations your imagination can think of-can be displayed in a shadowbox custom made for you.

Shadowbox frames are different from other frames in that they are deep enough to house not just a flat item like a photograph or print but three dimensional objects as well. These objects can be adhered with glue or special hangers, or even placed on a ledge or shelf built inside the frame.

There are many ways to choose the items for a shadow box. You can combine photographs from a vacation with souvenirs you bought while you were away. Special pieces in a coin collection can be shown together. A display to commemorate a party or celebration can include a photograph, an invitation, and a party favor or other item from the occasion.

Displaying treasured possessions like these in a shadow box frame means you can keep them safe from dirt and dust. It also gives you the chance to proudly display them in your home or office, instead of letting them languish in a closet or attic. What better way to give your treasures the treatment they deserve?

Many different combinations can be made into beautiful displays with the help of a custom framer. The expertise of a professional will insure that your momentos are shown to their best advantage.

Not all shadowboxes don't have to feature a combination of objects, of course. Some of the most elegant and eye catching shadowbox designs are built around just a single item. When a unique item is placed in a frame custom made to show the object at its best, it can easily become the focal point of a room.

Shadowboxes, in fact, offer a singular idea in home decor. Not only is the display custom made just for you, but the contents are uniquely yours as well. What better way to decorate your home, but with the treasures you love.