These options are available on most of our Medieval and Religious Art work. Prices vary per piece. Please call if you are interested in having your art customize and we will be able to give you a quote. Please note that if you have one of these treatments done then your order is considered a custom order and may not be canceled or returned unless it is defected.

ArtPlaks

ArtPlaks are a simple, attractive and economical way to display posters, prints, photographs, certificates and most any other paper product. They are a modern alternative to conventional framing. The print or poster is protected by a paper thin, non-reflective laminate and attached to a wood surface. The ArtPlak edges are beveled and finished either in black or some matching color. ArtPlaks offer several advantages over custom framing

• ArtPlaks are more economical
• unlike glass, ArtPlaks have a non- reflective surface
• since glass is not used, plaques are lighter and safer for use in high traffic areas such as children's rooms and rec rooms
• ArtPlaks can easily be grouped since they all have the same edge treatment
• the simple edge treatment of the ArtPlak emphasizes the art rather than the frame

Medieval Collectibles offers three distinctive types of ArtPlak

1. The Decorator ArtPlak... as the name implies, this is our most elaborate ArtPlak. The laminated poster is permanently attached to a 1/4" tempered hardboard after which a fitted frame is glued to the back. The frame provides strength to the hardboard as well as giving the ArtPlak more depth on its edge. The frame edge is then beveled at 45 degrees on its face. Click here for a sample of our Classical ArtPlaks and here for a close-up of how the edges are finished.

2. The Museum ArtPlak ... artwork for Museum ArtPlaks is laminated and mounted onto 1/4 inch hardboard surface. After the edges are beveled and finished, a simple wooden frame is attached to the back of the ArtPlak and set in from the edge so it cannot be seen. The frame serves to provide both stability and allow the ArtPlak to seemingly float away from the wall. This format is frequently used for museum displays and is an elegant way to display photography. Click here to see a sample of our Museum ArtPlaks and here to see the edge treatment.

3. The Classical ArtPlak ... the artwork is laminated and permanently attached onto a 3/8 inch hardboard surface. The edges are then beveled and finished in black or other complimentary color. A slot on the back makes flush mounting to the wall a snap. The Classical ArtPlak is our original style of ArtPlak and is ideal for images up to 24" x 36". Click here for a sample of our Classical ArtPlaks and here for the finished edge close-up.

Canvas Transfers

Canvas transfers are an exciting new type of finished art products. Imagine being able to take a poster and transfer the image onto canvas so that it resembles an original oil painting. We can transfer almost any poster onto canvas and if desired enhance the final product with custom brushstrokes to simulate the texture of the original painting.

We offer four types of canvas transfer according to whether you intend to frame the canvas transfer or simply hang it directly.

Designed for Framing;

Canvas Transfer

The poster is transferred onto canvas and stretched onto a 3/4 inch thick frame of kiln-dried alder wood. Click here for a sample.


Canvas Transfer with Brushstrokes

The poster is transferred onto canvas and stretched onto a 3/4 inch thick frame of kiln-dried alder wood. Custom brushstrokes are then added to provide texture. Where possible we follow the brushstrokes of the original artwork. Click here for a sample.


Designed for Hanging Without Framing;

Ready to Hang Canvas Transfer

The poster is transferred onto canvas and stretched onto a 1.5 - 2 inch inch deep frame. Typically only smaller items have the shallower frame. The canvas on the edges is then painted either in black or with a complimentary color.

Ready To Hang Canvas Transfer with Brushstrokes

The poster is transferred onto canvas and stretched onto a 1.5 - 2 inch inch deep frame. Typically only smaller items have the shallower frame. The canvas on the edges is then painted either in black or with a matching color. Click here for a sample. Custom brushstrokes are then added to provide texture. Where possible we follow the brushstrokes of the original artwork. A close-up of the edges can be seen here.