The Framing Show

Show Updates

Profile — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 01:28:30 +0000

We have been posting show updates and lots of photos on our facebook page, so if you didn’t make it to the show or you would like a recap, please take a look. We will continue to post updates there after the show, so keep in touch!

An Introduction to Framing Theory

Profile — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:54:20 +0000

Listen to this fascinating lecture by Dr. Ian Geraghty that was delivered this morning at The Framing Show. The lecture was highly recommended by everyone who attended.

Description:
“Taking the form of a (loose) literature review, this presentation structures itself around quotes and images taken from a selection of publications that have philosophically pondered the function of the picture frame. The talk focuses on why we frame things and the varying ways that picture frames interact with framed artworks (as well as their own surroundings). It explains some lesser-known framing terms such as the ‘intra-compositional frame’ (Pearson) and the ‘parergon’ (Derrida), and will also look at how artists have used frames to negotiate physical and conceptual space for their artworks. Going beyond technical and historical perspectives, this presentation is guaranteed to push the way we think about framing to a new level.”

The Framing Show Dinner 2011

Profile — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 07:23:56 +0000

We hope you can join us for a special dinner to celebrate our industry event! The dinner will be held at Zaaffran restaurant, Darling Harbour, a short stroll from the venue, at 6pm on Saturday June 25. The cost will be $50 per head for a three course banquet. Please comment on our facebook page, message or email us if you can make it so we can get an idea of numbers. Then simply come and see us at the Profile stand at the show to confirm your attendance and purchase a ticket. All welcome!

Visit the Zaaffran website.

Meet Ken Duncan

Profile — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:28:49 +0000

Chamton has announced that one of Australia’s favourite photographers, Ken Duncan, will be scheduled to appear on their stand at The Framing Show. Ken is a highly acclaimed local photographer and is also recognised internationally as one of the world’s leading panoramic landscape specialists. Ken became the first photographer in the world to publish a book of panoramic photographs from all fifty American states. His magnificent photographs of the natural world have won numerous awards including a “Benny” (Best of Category) at the American National Print Awards. Ken’s spectacular shots of Australia have helped redefine many viewers’ image of the Australian landscape. Magnificently reproduced, the Ken Duncan poster range showcases Ken’s outstanding landscape photography in a vivid and wonderfully affordable format.

Ken Duncan will be on the Chamton stand for one hour on Friday from 11am and from 2pm; and on Saturday from 1pm and Sunday from 1pm. Chamton will have prints available for Ken to sign.

Interested in Attending a Framing Seminar?

Profile — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 06:40:36 +0000

There are still places available in the seminar program at The Framing Show and if you are not sure what you want to attend now, you can still enrol in a single seminar at the show. To book classes at the show see Kathy or Rebecca at the registration desk. Single sessions for classes are available as well as best value passes. Cost is $35 per session for PPFA members and $50 for non members.

For any other assistance with seminar bookings, PPFA membership or to check which option represents the best value for you, ring Kathy at the PMA office on 02 9454 2444.

Download the full PMA conference program.

Bonus Prizes

Profile — Fri, 27 May 2011 03:40:47 +0000

Framers entering our framing competition should note that there are several bonus prizes on offer – three from Megawood Larson-Juhl and one from Chamton – for entries that use their products. Check out the framing competition page for further details.

But for those of you not entering the framing competition – don’t worry there will be plenty of other prizes on offer for visitors to the show – and it looks like more than one supplier will be giving away a trip to Las Vegas! Stay tuned for further details and check out the upcoming issue of Profile magazine for the complete trade show guide.

Win a Trip to Vegas?

Profile — Thu, 05 May 2011 07:03:21 +0000

Our exhibitors are starting to announce their special offers and competitions for The Framing Show, and here’s one that’s sure to get people excited. Megawood Larson-Juhl are giving away a trip to the West Coast Art and Framing Show in Las Vegas, and all you have to do is visit their stand to be entered in the draw! If that isn’t enough they will also be running a competition to win an Epson 9890 printer. So don’t forget to visit the Megawood-Larson Juhl Stand for all the competition details.

New Zealand Competition Entrants

Profile — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:55:07 +0000

It has been announced that New Zealand framers will be able to directly enter the Profile National Framing Competition. Industry members from New Zealand can enter the competition directly if they personally deliver and collect their entry from the venue. An announcement was recently released by Profile magazine which can be read here.

Need a Holiday? Take a Break on Chamton

Profile — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 04:46:28 +0000

Everyone is excited about the special offer Chamton have announced:
Two nights accommodation at Bayside Holiday Apartments in Torquay, Hervey Bay, Queensland to any framer who purchases a Canvas Gallery Stretching machine, or orders $500 worth of Specialty matboards at The Framing Show. The package is worth $250. Conditions apply – the prize excludes public and school holidays. Contact Chamton for further details: Phone +61 3 9387 0444

PPFA Show Special

Profile — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:51:09 +0000

As a show special PPFA are offering a free 16 month trial membership to any framer who purchases the PPFA Best Value Conference Pass for $295. This effectively means that those purchasing this pass will receive the special PPFA members only price and membership at no extra cost.

To take advantage of the show special you can phone Kathy at the PMA office on 02 9454 2444 or register online using the new PPFA members discount code: joinPPFA to automatically receive the discount.

For any other assistance with seminar bookings, membership or to check which package represents the best value for you ring Kathy at the PMA office on 02 9454 2444.