“Art Matting & Mounting 101”
Instructor: Allen Improta
This is a 2-day workshop
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 2nd & 3rd, 2025
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Tuition with Credit Card: $112.00 members - $125.00 non-members
Tuition with Check/Cash: $108.00 members - $120.00 non-members
Payment in full is required before the first class. Class is limited to 10 students.
If you prefer to pay by check, please notify the Art League by email in order for us to hold your spot, make check payable to Art League of Daytona Beach and mail to 433 S. Palmetto Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 along with a completed registration form or you may drop off at the Art League during our gallery hours. For registration form click HERE.
Cancellations must be made at least one week before the day of workshop in order to receive a refund.
Class Description
Elevate your artwork with professional matting and mounting techniques! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to beautifully present and protect your art for galleries, exhibitions, or personal enjoyment. Whether you're a visual artist or photographer this class will give you the essential skills to take your presentation to the next level.
In this class, you’ll learn:
Techniques for cutting mats with clean, crisp lines
Proper archival mounting methods to preserve your work
Tips for framing and presenting your art with a professional finish How to use hand cut mats to size your artwork for framing How to cut non-standard mats
Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
No prior experience needed—just bring your artwork smaller than 16x20 and a desire to enhance its visual impact. All tools and matting materials will be provided, and you'll leave with a finished, piece ready to frame (you may bring your own frame as long as it is 16x20 or smaller)
Perfect for: Artists, photographers, crafters, students, and anyone interested in art presentation and preservation.
This workshop uses razor sharp cutting tools and blades so students must be 18 years or older to participate.
Supplies students are to bring:
Bring your artwork smaller than 16x20 and a desire to enhance its visual impact. All tools and matting materials will be provided, and you'll leave with a finished, piece ready to frame (you may bring your own frame as long as it is 16x20 or smaller)
For questions about the workshop contact Allen Improta at allenfunstuff@arealvalue.com or you may contact the Art League at 386-947-7103.
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