When you photograph your artwork, keep anything that distracts the eye out of the image. You may need to edit the image on your computer to crop out the frame and mat, too. No exceptions ... unless, of course, they are part of the artwork.
The only thing you want a juror to see is the artwork itself. Anything else in the image distracts the eye and reduces the visual impact of the artwork. And when a typical juror spends only seconds considering whether to include your work in a show, that can make all the difference.
Common problems such as hands holding the artwork, feet showing below it, or objects behind it are easily fixed when shooting or later in the computer. Showing the frame or the edge of a mat can visually constrain a work, so crop those out, too. If you've signed or titled a print or watercolor below the artwork, exclude that as well ... otherwise, it'll be the first thing the juror sees. With irregular work, sculpture or jewelry use a neutral background. Just keep the juror's eye on the artwork!
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