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Search # Matting and Framing Webinar Recording & Resources ![Matting and Framing Webinar Recording & Resources](https://info.gaylord.com/hubfs/Featured%20Images/MattingAndFramingWebinar.png) 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.  [Short on time? Jump to the full webinar recording.](https://info.gaylord.com/resources/matting-and-framing-webinar-recording#recording) ## 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 [![WATCH RECORDING](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3977210/interactive-219464083798.png)](https://info.gaylord.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKpXN95gP%2FQIK2sk4FM1SU28LvAW8%2F7rdFL75VvIfQJUB3dRsbYPauvvE6Zs6Yt%2BpkmYYqTPI4QSSbAuuW50eIBjfh2IkHAjh1n%2BNfj3jJSbON4qCESwqPDgKHm%2FChRQ36BFb%2BzH4AQCYvz9d1V26KwpCw4UQcZVKBF84Id8BwjZdi6gWF59OXM%2BXGVLSUixg1MNyrNnMQfBKycYoWghW0Y0KhltQYAlaZHHA%3D&webInteractiveContentId=219464083798&portalId=3977210) [Access Amy's Slide Deck \>](https://info.gaylord.com/hubfs/GaylordArchival_MattingFraming_AmyCao-SlideDeck.pdf) ## Amy's Product Recommendations ### [Start With the Right Board \>](https://www.gaylord.com/c/Matting-Mounting-and-Backing-Boards) - 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