It is through art and art only that we can realize our perfection, and through frames and frames only that we can shield our art from the sordid perils of actual existence. Today's deal frames and supplies your art in fine form: for $40, you get $100 worth of custom framing at Big Picture Framing. This Groupon is good at any of Big Picture Framing's 12 Massachusetts locations.

Big Picture Framing simplifies the process of finding the ideal frame by dishing expert advice, offering a huge array of framing products, and doing a swift, meticulous job. Custom frames cost, on average, $155, and many items can be framed for $100–$150 (depending on size). Give an art masterwork the stylish presentation it deserves, or frame a prized photograph of Bob Dole gargling marbles with rustic wood. Big Picture Framing can tastefully present everything from sports jerseys to exquisite paintings—feel free to call ahead to see if an item can be framed. Along with the courtesy and attention you’ll receive at each location, Big Picture Framing will finish your frame in one week, but it can also complete the wood-bordering job quicker at no extra charge if your timeframe dictates it.

Big Picture Framing is offering 50% off all custom framing for the month of November in 2010. Today's Groupon (which cannot be used in conjunction with the 50% off special) is a 60% discount valid until May 3, 2011, and still the better deal.

Reviews

Ten Yelpers give the Cambridge location of Big Picture Framing a near-perfect 4.5-star average rating:

• Big Picture Framing was excellent. I brought in six pieces to be framed - two paintings, two prints on rice paper and two ink on paper pieces - and they took care of them all in a little over a week. – Anastasia C.
• Very happy with the experience and all three prints look really stunning on our wall now. They are clearly very knowledgeable and care about their customers so I look forward to using this store again. – Chris H.