Real-life photography problem demands solutions. Finding a solution offers learning.
Problem: Mat 30 photos for entry into the fair with a deadline looming, T-minus 36 hours
Possible solutions:
- Buy pre-cut mats
- Hire framer to cut the mats
Scenario: Shopping several craft stores reveals pre-cut mats are not available in bulk quantities. Smaller group packs of three mats begin at $3.99, however none of the craft stores have enough group packs to fill our need of 30 mats. Single mats ranges from $2.00 to $5.00, pending size. Dollar signs begin to appear about the same time a young gentlemen rounds the corner. He had another solution, a solution I didn't want to hear, a solution nonetheless.
Solution: Use the 40% off coupon from the craft store to purchase our own mat cutter ($27.99 less 40%) and buy the LAST bulk package of mats (without the inside frame pre-cut). Bulk package contains 35 mats, just enough for our project and a few to spare should be over cut or scratch a mat.
Conclusion: "Perfect mom! If I am going to be a photographer and mat my own work, economically this is the best solution."
Real-life photography problem demands solutions. Finding a solution offers learning.
What a grand lesson for our daughter, a budding young photographer! Math, Economics. Design. Practical life skills. Photography application. Can't beat it!
We will let you know how the photos do in the fair.
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