If taking landscape photos is something you love, then chances are good that you probably love panoramic photos. With the increased use of panoramic format cameras and the shift to digital photography, panoramic pictures are becoming increasingly more common in many homes and offices. If you are unfamiliar with panoramic photography, now is the time to learn why panoramic photos are so popular and how displaying them in panoramic frames can add to your home decorating.
Why are panoramic picture frames so popular among photography enthusiasts?

• They are a unique way to capture breathtaking vistas and tall landscapes. Now you can take a full picture of the Eiffel tower or the Statue of Liberty or capture an entire cityscape.
• Their non-standard shape gives an creative touch to your picture wall making your photo stand out. A panoramic picture frame adds a unique dimension to your photo display whether it's displayed by itself or in a group.
• They are less expensive than having to buy a larger picture frame with a mat to fit the panoramic photo size. Now with panoramic frames widely available you can find exactly what you want without the big expense of having a custom frame made.

Panoramic Picture Basics

There are a three primary ways to take panoramic pictures: a camera using APS film, a digital camera with a panoramic setting or to digitally “stitch” together multiple pictures into a panoramic photo.

Originally, panoramic photos first became popular with film camers using a film called APS (Advanced Photo System). These cameras took panoramic photos in specific panoramic sizes which are still popular today. But these days, with the widespread use of digital cameras and the software for image “stitching,” there are no restrictions as to the size of your panoramic picture. Now the limit for panoramic photos comes to framing your picture. The framing options for your panoramic pictures are limited to three common sizes in readymade panoramic frames. Those sizes are 3.5×10, 4×10 and 4×12. Ready made frames are the popular choice because they are significantly less expensive then custom frames.

Ready made panoramic frame styles are usually simple with clean lines and are available in either metal or wood frames. Wood panoramic frames seem to be more popular because they are available in many stained colors and can highlight the tones in your picture beautifully. The choice of colors and the classic simple style of panoramic frames will complement almost any home or office decor and will add a new dimension to your photo displays.

Even though the popularity of APS film is decreasing, that doesn't mean panoramic photos are going away. With the enormous popularity of digital photography, panoramic frames and pictures will be around for a very long time. So keep taking those beautiful panoramic views and have fun creating a unique look with your panoramic frames.