Master class: photo frames “Provence”

Provence is one of the favorite styles of incorrigible romantics. It seems to be imbued with the aroma of lavender, the rustic flavor of the south of France and afternoon bliss. It is characterized by light pastel shades, wood, forged objects furniture, fabrics faded in the southern sun, as well as paint peeling off from time to time. This style attracts, first of all, the charm of antiquity and natural materials. Not everyone can afford to travel to France, but everyone can recreate a small corner of Provence. You can start by transforming simple interior items, such as photo frames.
photo frames Provence

Materials for work:


1. Photo frames;
2. White acrylic primer;
3. One-component varnish for craquelure;
4. Acrylic paints (bronze, black, white, blue, emerald);
5. Matte decorative varnish in a can;
6. Napkin with floral arrangements;
7. Watercolor paper;
8. Synthetic flat brush;
9. PVA, ruler, scissors
photo frames Provence

Sequence of work


First of all, we disassemble the frames, leaving only the baguette for work. To prepare it for decoration, we use white acrylic primer.
photo frames Provence

The craquelure technique will be practiced on a larger frame. To do this, paint the front side of it in two layers of black and leave to dry.
photo frames Provence

Using a wide synthetic brush, cover the surface of the frame with one-component craquelure varnish in one layer. We wait about half an hour for it to dry. We check readiness in an inconspicuous place; the varnish should barely stick to the little finger.
photo frames Provence

To achieve a shade of turquoise (French - soft turquoise), mix blue, emerald and white paints on the palette until the color is uniform. The shade should be light enough to contrast with the black base, so add white paint if necessary. Apply the resulting mixture to the frame, moving the brush in one direction. Gradually, the top layer begins to crack, exposing the base. You can speed up this process using a hairdryer. Avoid reapplying paint to the same area. Leave until completely dry.
photo frames Provence

Let's start decorating the second frame using the technique decoupage. We duplicate all stages of work. First, cover it with bronze acrylic paint in two layers. Please note that metallic paints are only suitable as a base; it is not recommended to use them over craquelure varnish.
photo frames Provence

Apply crackle effect varnish and dry.
photo frames Provence

We evenly cover the front part of the frame with white paint and let it dry, observing the appearance of cracks.
photo frames Provence

We cut out the elements we like from a napkin with floral arrangements, separate the top layer and determine their future position on the frame.
photo frames Provence

A regular file will help you translate the drawing. Place the image face down on the file, and, lightly moistening it with water, carefully transfer it to the selected area of ​​the frame.
photo frames Provence

So that the image does not move and holds well, carefully coat the top with PVA diluted with water.
photo frames Provence

After both frames have dried, we spray matte decorative varnish and move on to the final stage of work - making a passe-partout.
photo frames Provence

The textured side of the watercolor paper will be the front side for the mat, so we turn the sheet over. We use the back of a photo frame with a stand as a stencil. Draw a rectangle with a pencil and cut it out.
photo frames Provence

We draw two lines diagonally and mark the dimensions of the photograph with dots on the lines. Since the size of the mat should be smaller than the photo itself, then, stepping 1 cm inward from the points, draw a rectangle. Use a utility knife to cut diagonals inside the rectangle and bend the parts of the rectangle outward.
photo frames Provence

We try on the passe-partout for the photo, and according to its size we bend all four parts of the rectangle inward.
photo frames Provence

The work is completed. All you have to do is insert your favorite photos, and the Provence style frames are ready!
photo frames Provence
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Comments (1)
  1. Lalika
    #1 Lalika Guests 8 August 2017 10:49
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    It was a good master class!
    This way you can decorate not only photo frames, but also boxes!