frame shops are very expensive. Go with the extruded al-u-min-e-um (for you Brits), in any color, and buy mail order. [And remember to charge A LOT for a framed print...] Not to offend frame shop owners; if you need something custom, an odd size mat, a frame that matches some furniture; then the frame shops are wonderful, and do a brilliant job. Worth every penny. Usually they can help pick out something that looks nice, and they do a professional job using top quality materials.