Student operating a vintage letterpress machine

A student pulling their first print on the cylinder press.

Studio Sessions

Master the craft of traditional printing.

Our workspace opens its doors to beginners and experienced printers alike, offering hands-on guidance in typography, ink mixing, and operating historic machines.

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The Tactile Experience

Slow down. Plan by hand.

There is nothing quite like the smell of fresh oil-based ink and the deep impression of lead type biting into thick cotton paper. Our sessions are designed to be entirely analog, encouraging you to embrace the beautiful imperfections and deliberate pacing of the letterpress process.

Core Offerings

Current Curriculums

Setting lead type in a composing stick

Press Fundamentals

A single-day immersion into studio safety, basic typesetting, and pulling your first prints on the proofing press. Ideal for complete beginners.

1 Day Session
Mixing custom ink colors on a glass slab

Advanced Compositions

A weekend deep-dive focusing on multi-color registration, photopolymer plates, and complex lock-ups. Prior experience required.

Weekend Intensive
One-on-one instruction at the platen press

Private Instruction

Tailored one-on-one guidance for specific projects, from personal stationery to limited-edition broadsides and artistic prints.

By Appointment
Studio Voices

Words from our guests

We are honored to share the craft of letterpress with designers, artists, and curious minds.

"An incredibly grounding experience. The mechanical rhythm of the presses completely cleared my mind. I left with a newfound respect for printed matter."

"The private session allowed me to print my own wedding invitations. The instructors were patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the craft."

Reserve Your Block

Ready to ink the rollers?

Class sizes are strictly limited to ensure adequate time on the press. Contact us directly to secure your date or inquire about custom workshops.