Digital BW, The Print

> I understand that this is very subjective and also it can be related
> to the nature of the photographic work. But is there a general rule of
> thumb as what the ideal proportions of the matte should be compared to
> image print?

Z,
I would recommend that you go to a local museum or gallery and checkout 
what people are doing. Then choose what you like and what you can 
afford. The only "rule" is to not have the print sit up next to the 
glass or glazing of the frame. 

You may also want to check out this site, World Printmakers, 
http://www.worldprintmakers.com/. Checkout the Technical Topics, for 
more information about presentation.

Jarvis Grant
Washington, DC