All Physical Artworks
Your artwork should be labelled with your name and the title somewhere on the back if you have a 2D piece, or wherever appropriate if you have a 3D piece. This is helpful and professional for a variety of reasons, and in general is a courtesy to any gallery that might be displaying your artwork. (As a bonus, it lets anyone who purchases your work retain a record of who the artist is and what the title of the work they purchased is, even years down the line!)


2D Artwork - Hanging Hardware
If you are working on canvas, chances are that it does not have hanging hardware pre-installed. It might be time to take a trip to your local hardware or craft store.
WIRE METHOD
Back your painting/canvas/frame with wire. It should look like this:






This canvas/frame is using "D-rings" and "Picture Frame Wire". All you need for install is a screwdriver. D-rings are found at craft stores, hardware stores, and Amazon. D-ring size is based on the weight of your artwork. Double check that the size of your D-ring can support the weight of your work, especially if it's heavy.

SAWTOOTH METHOD
Some frames already have hanging hardware installed. This is called "sawtooth". This method is great for bodies of work that can't support the D-rings (ie. it's too thin for a screw to be installed). However, wire-hang is preferred over sawtooth for all artworks.






2D Artwork - Printing & Framing
PRINTING: 2D digital artworks should be printed at the highest quality possible. You worked hard on your artwork and it deserves the best presentation! Print your artwork on heavyweight paper. (Print shops have samples of papers for you to choose from - heavyweight papers begin at 80lb). A good quality print paired with a good frame will make all the difference.
Printshops: Fedex, Reprographix, Cathead Press 

FRAMING: We also recommend getting a frame. Most craft stores will be able to provide custom framing for you, OR you can buy a ready-made frame. Picture frames pretty much always have some kind of hanging hardware installed on them already. This level of presentation will really elevate your artwork. (PRO TIP - If you design your artwork in a standard size, frame shopping will be a breeze! If your artwork is not a standard size, you might have to get a custom-made frame for it, which can get expensive! There are many sizes that are considered standard, such as 4"x6", 8"x10", 16"x20", 11"x17", or 18"x24". You might find it helpful to browse picture frames the next time you're at the store.)