At PrintWild, every frame, print, and canvas that leaves our Ballito studio tells a story, not just of the photograph itself, but of the hands and hearts that helped bring it to life. From the first image upload to the moment a customer unwraps their finished piece, there’s a process built on precision, craftsmanship, and care.
Meet Bungee, one of the key craftsmen behind PrintWild’s renowned quality. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and deep knowledge of the materials, machines, and methods that make each print shine, Bungee has seen thousands of photographs transformed into timeless pieces of wall art over the years.
With 18 years of experience in the framing industry, his skill set goes far beyond the technical, it’s rooted in passion, patience, and pride. “Every frame has a story,” he says. “It’s often something deeply personal to the client, and that makes every project meaningful.”
A Day in the Life of a PrintWild Framer
Bungee’s day starts with planning and reviewing the schedule, checking orders, and prioritizing projects that need to go out first. The morning often begins with client consultations, followed by precision work in the workshop: cutting frame profiles, mount boards, and glass, and assembling each frame with care.
“I always make time for extra consultations throughout the day,” he explains. “Each client has a different vision, and it’s important to make sure we bring that to life just right.”
His tools of the trade include a mount board cutter, glass cutter, guillotine, and underpinner which are machines that require both skill and an eye for perfection. These tools, along with his craftsmanship, are what ensure every frame that leaves PrintWild meets gallery-level standards.
The Art of Quality
When asked what separates a premium-quality print or frame from a cheaper alternative, Bungee doesn’t hesitate: “It’s the care in how it’s made and the quality of what goes into it.”
Each PrintWild product is handcrafted using high-quality materials: fine art matte papers, archival inks, premium canvas, and sustainably sourced timber. These choices ensure not just beauty, but also longevity that your print will look as good years from now as it does the day it arrives.
“Durability is everything,” Bungee adds. “The materials we use are designed to last a lifetime.”
Favourite Products and Proud Moments
Out of all the products he works on, Bungee has a clear favourite: Framed Canvas Prints.
“They’re modern and stylish and they elevate an image in such an elegant way,” he says. “They’re also one of the most satisfying to make because every detail matters, from the stretching of the canvas to the precision of the frame join.”
When it comes to personal favourites, though, he mentions Acrylic Prints. “They’re sleek, vibrant, and really make the colours pop. They’re the kind of product that makes people say wow.”
It’s no surprise that one of Bungee’s proudest career moments involved framing a R1.4 million artwork, a testament to both his skill and the trust he’s earned over nearly two decades in the trade.
What Makes a Great Frame
Bungee’s advice for customers is simple but wise:
“Don’t choose a frame just to match your home décor. Choose one that enhances the image. The frame should draw your eyes to the artwork, not away from it.”
It’s this philosophy of balancing aesthetics, emotion, and craftsmanship that guides his work every single day.
Quality at Every Step
Before any product leaves the PrintWild studio, it goes through several stages of quality control from colour checks to frame alignment and final finishing touches. “We inspect everything along the way,” says Bungee. “That’s how we make sure our clients receive something that’s perfect.”
Every piece that passes through his hands represents hours of care, collaboration, and pride the essence of what makes PrintWild prints truly special.
The Heart of the Workshop
At the end of the day, what Bungee loves most about his job is simple: “Seeing the final product and knowing it’s going to make someone happy. That’s the best feeling.”
From fine art prints to custom frames, from the hum of machines to the quiet concentration in the workshop, every detail matters. And thanks to experts like Bungee, the business behind the prints is as inspiring as the art itself.
Curious to see the craftsmanship for yourself?
Explore our full range of prints and frames at PrintWild.co.za — where passion meets precision, and every photo becomes a masterpiece.
