How to match the prevailing color of a photo with the color of the frame?

Submitted by WhiteWall Team

It's crucial to match the color of a photo's frame to the photo itself when trying to produce aesthetically appealing photographs. We at WhiteWall are aware of the difficulty amateur and professional photographers encounter when deciding on the ideal frame color for their images. That's why we've put together this step-by-step guide to help you match the prevailing color of your photo with the perfect frame color. 

Step 1: Identify the dominant colors in your photo.

Finding the prominent colors and tones of a picture is the first step in matching the color of the picture with the frame. You can use this stage to decide which colors to concentrate on when choosing a frame color.  

Pro Tip: Using a color picker tool, which is available in most photo editing software, is one approach to achieve this.

Step 2: Choose a frame color that complements the dominant colors in your photo.

The next step is to choose a frame color that complements the dominant colors after determining which ones are present in the image. The goal is to pick a hue that complements rather than contrasts with the dominant colors in the image. For instance, a warm-colored frame, such as one in gold, oak or maple, may be appropriate if the photograph's prominent colors are warm hues like red, orange, or yellow. Similarly, a cool-colored frame like silver or black may work well if the photograph's prominent colors are cool hues like blue, green, or purple. 

Step 3: Take your photo's mood and style into consideration.

The color of your frame may also be influenced by the aesthetic and emotional tone of your photos. For a classic or retro design, wooden frames are available at WhiteWall. For a modern or minimalist look, consider one of our sleek, basic frames, like the Slimline frame or the Aluminum ArtBox.  If you want to add a special accent, you can choose a coloured frame such as the WhiteWall Pop Art frame, which with its neon colours can either pick up on or complement one of the dominant colours. 

Step 4: Play around with various frame colors.

Upload your image in the configurator and experiment with various frame colors and options to determine which one works best with it. In the online configurator, you can view all options in real time as a 3D model or on a graphic wall. Getting the correct frame color may take some effort, but it is essential. 

Step 5: Choose the frame color that feels right.

At WhiteWall, we recognize how crucial it is to follow your gut when choosing the ideal frame color. Choose a hue that pleases you, complements the image, and evokes the feelings you want to get through. 

Conclusion 

It can be difficult to match the hue of your photo with a frame. By providing a wide variety of frame colors and options, WhiteWall aims to make the process simple and pleasant. Use the instructions above to order a frame that complements your photos and is aesthetically beautiful. You can use our online configurator to experiment with various frame colors to find the ideal fit for your photo.