Flaming June

Last year I purchased an 8 x 10 print of Flaming June from Art.com. I have always loved the image, the flowing orange fabric, the delicate skin on the arms, the curve of the toes and of course the innocence of a woman sleeping.

The print only cost $5 and shipping was another $5. So in my mind it was a great deal (FYI: the print has since gone up to $7.99). What I never expected was the difficulty involved in finding an affordable and beautiful frame to go with it that would also fit its place on my wall.

I spent literally two hours at the framing store sorting through possible frame choices and matting options. To have someone frame it for me would cost a fortune. While I loved the print, I couldn't justify a fortune on framing costs.

Many minutes of frustration later, I found a frame, with a matte included, hiding behind some plain frames. The color of the matte and tones within the frame blended beautifully with the Flaming June print. And it was under $20. Sold!

When I got home and hung it on the wall. I was also surprised to find that it went well with the dark wood furniture and the copper frame on the opposite wall. I couldn't believe how lucky I felt.

Whenever I look at my framed print of Flaming June I smile. It produces such good feelings both with it's appearance and the sheer luck I feel having purchased it.

So I guess if there were a possession that I would save (other than life and limb and laptop) the Flaming June would be it.