The Picture Store

I had an extremely positive experience here and would go back to Adam and Diane again and again for my framing needs. I found The Picture Store when I did a Google search for places with ready-​made frames in Boston. It was the weekend before Christmas, and I had art I needed framed that day for gifts. As soon as I walked in, Diane set to work helping me find the right frames. One of the pieces I had was more complicated, because it consisted of 6 small maps lined up in a row. Amazingly, they had the perfect frame, already made, right there in the store. Diane said she could mat and frame my art that very day (as I said I needed same day service). She went above and beyond. The final product for both gifts was absolutely amazing. I still can’t believe I was able to have both pieces perfectly and professionally framed in a matter of hours, and at a busy time of year at that. In addition, they wrapped the items in beautiful black paper — no additional gift wrapping necessary. Thank you!

Absolutely the best framing experience — both in customer service and design. I found The Picture Store from other reviews on Unilocal and decided to take a chance on a new store with some very special pieces. Adam was exceptional. He took my budget into consideration, but also made a point to get to know my style, and what I was looking for in a final product so he could pull some ideas together. The framing itself took a little longer than expected, but Adam called with updates so I knew what was going on and when to expect everything. The finished products, which included one panoramic photo and 2 very high-​priced scarves in frames, were absolutely stunning. I couldn’t have been happier as I hung each framed piece of art.
As for the price, The Picture Store is a bit more expensive than other frame shops, but the quality is worth every cent.

The folks over at The Picture Store helped turn my house into my home.
I recently moved to the South End. After the furniture was delivered, I was left with empty walls in my dining and living rooms. Friends of mine had their wedding photos custom framed at The Picture Store and raved on-​and-​on about the craftsmanship and customer service they received.
I am so happy I met Adam and Diane. They are both super friendly and extremely talented at what they do. They walked me thru every step of the process and provided me with multiple options at different price points while never rushing me. I am so happy with how everything came out. I get so many compliments on the work that was done. Diane: you were so right — the Museum glass was worth every penny!
I highly recommend stopping by The Picture Store for all your framing needs.

My wife is a Granddaughter of the painter Morris Louis, and for our Anniversary I had a copy of one of his paintings made for her. We didn’t have room for it to be full size, but it is 8.5×5.8 feet. We needed the canvas stretched and mounted, and I wanted to get it up as a surprise for her. Adam and Diane were absolutely fantastic. Working with a canvas of this size was a bit of an oddity; not just the room and equipment to stretch it, but the delivery and mounting as well. But in the end, looking at it not only conjures memories of family and a gift that I’m particularly proud of, but of the great experience and two new friends we made getting it out of the tube and onto the wall. Many thanks to Adam and Diane… Large or small, we’ll never go anywhere else.

I have had four different things framed with The Picture Store, one of them an antique bomber jacket, and I CAN NOT write enough wonderful things about the people, their service and the exceptional quality of the work they do. I will never go anywhere else for framing.

These people really know their stuff. Their work is absolutely beautiful, hands down. It is definitely worth checking them out. They do great work, have great artistic suggestions, and the service is always friendly. They also helped me problem solve a recent issue and sent me to a printer to copy an oversized item. Excellent!!!

I have had 4 pieces framed at the Picture Store, with 2 more being done as I write this.
Other reviewers will denote the high cost. The cost is about 20−40% higher than what I paid at the Paint Box in Medford. However, the quality is at least double or triple as good. In fact, previous prints I’ve had framed at other stores I’ve taken to the picture store to have them corrected, because the Picture store is just that good.
I have brought them rolled posters that are as curled as possible, and they use their in-​house press to flatten my artwork without damaging it. They keep a computer database of prints so if you want them to use a similar style and material, they bring in your old records to use an exact match.
Where the Picture Store really shines is in custom work. If you have rare artwork or special items (like a combination of photos /​maps /​ticket stubs or whatever), they will take the time to arrange the project correctly. This makes a world of difference and helps protect and display your best memories.
I have photos of my framed artwork on my flickr.
They did the Toasters/​Aquabats/​Flogging Molly /​Mustard Plug posters.

I’ve used quite a few frame services in MA over the years for various pieces of art, special photos and the occasional family history document, and The Picture Store is by far and away the best in Boston and the surrounding area. If you’re looking for a cheap frame for a cheap poster this isn’t what you’re looking for, but if you’re looking for a beautiful frame that will accent your artwork or memory perfectly, this is your place. Amazing work, museum quality, and I’ve already been back for more. The owners really worked with me to make sure everything was perfect and that the frame would add to the piece, but not distract from it. What I got was a beautifully framed photo that will last for ages without needing to be re-​framed when my fickle taste in décor results in yet another overhaul of our home’s style.

$ 115 for a basic no-​bones metal frame job on a $ 5 concert poster? Ah HA hahaha, hell no. I’ve gotten the exact same frame for $ 25 – 45 in San Diego and at a sorely missed frame store that used to be next to Trader Joe’s in Cambridge. Where the heck can I find a reasonable framer in this town??? +1 star because the service people were polite (…as they were trying to rape my wallet).

This store is the real deal! Many people don’t put a lot of thought into the art and science of framing (how many things can we specialize in in life!!!). The minute I walked in, I knew I was in the right place. These folks are PASSIONATE about what they do! They brainstorm with you — take into consideration your needs, and then offer you amazing options that can transform any project of yours into the piece that «makes» any room. The owner admits, in his self-​deprecating manner, «Yeah, I’m just a Framer I guess.» Go to this place and discover wild world of framing — an incredible experience you won’t regret!

The folks at The Picture Store were extremely helpful– like going above and beyond, even though my goal was to spend the least amount of money as possible! Extremely professional, helpful, customer– focused, really some of the best customer service I’ve experienced in a long time.