[Hdesign]

What we typically do for presentations at work is spray mount your artwork with 3M Super 77 onto a clean piece of black Bristol board. You may want to get a really huge piece, mount the artwork, measure 2" out on each side and cut the black board. To mount artwork perfectly on an already cut board is a major PITA. It's very difficult to sit it straight and flat on your first try. (you pretty much have one shot)

Make sure you spray the edges or they'll curl. Be sure to start at the top when setting it down, then roll the paper down evenly as you get towards the bottom. Use the back of your hand to flatten it starting from the center and working your way out. (If you use your palm or fingers, there is a greater chance at the oils in your skin smudging it. And don't overload it with glue!!!! It'll leach through the front of the paper and stain. Give it a couple seconds to dry before mounting it to the board.

I'd let them choose a frame, some people are really particular about that. What you could do is grab a cheap, silver frame at Walmart just so it's framed. If they like it, great. If they don't, it's just a cheap frame.

As for pricing, tough call.....I did a TON of freebies when I started out in exchange for some references and experience. However, if you choose to charge, I would tentatively say you want to be relatively conservative. Don't give the client sticker shock by asking $500 right out of the box, but don't sell yourself short by asking $100. You'll probably be safe in the $200-$250 range.

Hope this helps, good luck and get ready for sleep deprivation! LOL