In this webinar, Museum Collections Specialist Amy Cao shares practical guidance for safely preparing and displaying 2D objects, including works on paper, photographs and other archival materials. Amy explores accessible approaches to matting, mounting and framing with preservation, budget and real-world collections needs in mind.
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In this recording, you’ll learn:
- The basic purposes of matting, mounting and framing 2D objects
- How to select materials based on an object’s preservation needs, intended display period and available budget
- Common mounting approaches, including hinges, paper corners and photo corners
- What to consider when working with existing mats and frames, including potential acidity and preservation concerns
- Practical framing and display alternatives for exhibits, storage and collections with limited resources
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Meet the Expert
Amy Cao
Museum Collections Specialist
Amy Cao (she/her) is the Collections Manager and NAGPRA Specialist at the Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College. Based in Southwestern Colorado, she has over a decade of experience in museum collections care, preservation, and cultural stewardship. Amy also coordinates the Southwestern NAGPRA Community of Practice and is an artist, quilter, and fly-tier. She holds an M.A. in Museum Studies from Southern University at New Orleans and a B.A. in Anthropology and Archaeology from Wesleyan University.