Plan a small gallery before making holes.
Use loose paper on a table to plan two or three pieces together. This is a layout exercise; it does not include wall mounting or installation.
At a glance
- About 30 minutes
- Paper, pencil & a ruler
- Two or three planned pieces
One step. Then the next.
Check each step as you go1. Choose a small collection.
Pick two or three designs you own or have permission to use. Write down each intended print size and orientation.
2. Measure the real openings.
Check actual frame or mat opening dimensions if you already have them. Distinguish the artwork opening from the outer frame measurements.
3. Make tabletop placeholders.
Draw labeled rectangles on paper at one consistent scale, such as one inch representing four inches. Label that scale so you do not mistake the plan for full size.
4. Compare two arrangements.
On a table, try a shared top edge and then a centered arrangement. Note spacing and pick the one you prefer without drilling or attaching anything to a wall.
5. Test one print first.
Check the original file, print preview, actual-size setting and color with one copy before ordering more. Follow appropriate frame and mounting instructions separately.