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Love & Letterpress collaborates with designers, brands, artists, and individuals to produce thoughtful letterpress work rooted in typography and material craft. Projects range from editorial and brand collaborations to custom typographic prints and limited-edition works. Each project is approached with careful attention to design, materials, and the unique qualities of letterpress printing.
The studio accepts select bespoke collaborations and special commissions each year to ensure the care and attention that letterpress printing deserves. Projects that emphasize typography, materials, simple line art, and thoughtful designs are especially welcome. For collaboration inquiries, please complete our CONTACT form and include your project type, timeline, quantity, and any relevant references.
services
• Editorial and brand collaborations
• Custom typographic works and special commissions
• Limited-run artist editions
• Bespoke wedding and event invitation suites
Most projects take approximately 3–4 weeks from start to completion, depending on the scope and complexity of the work. This timeline allows time for design development, plate production, paper selection, press setup, printing and delivery.
frequently asked questions
What is your typical turnaround time?
Because letterpress printing is a hands-on process where each sheet is printed individually, timelines can vary based on project size, number of colors, and studio scheduling. If you are working with a specific deadline, please include that information when submitting your inquiry.
What types of collaborations do you accept?
Love & Letterpress collaborates with designers, brands, artists, and individuals on projects that benefit from the tactile qualities of letterpress printing. This may include editorial work, typographic art prints, brand collaborations, and bespoke commissions.
What makes letterpress printing different?
Letterpress is a traditional printmaking process where inked plates are pressed directly into paper. The result is a tactile impression that can be both seen and felt. Each piece is printed individually on historic presses, making every print subtly unique.
Do you work with designers and agencies?
Yes. Love & Letterpress frequently collaborates with designers, studios, and creative teams looking to translate digital designs into physical letterpress prints. Files can be prepared collaboratively to ensure the best results for the printing process.
What types of projects are best suited for letterpress?
Letterpress works beautifully for projects that emphasize typography, texture, and materiality. Common projects include editorial prints, art editions, invitations, brand collateral, and custom typographic works.
Are projects printed in large quantities?Are projects printed in large quantities?
Letterpress printing is best suited for small to medium runs. Because each sheet is printed individually, projects typically focus on quality, craft, and limited production rather than mass manufacturing.
Can you help with design as well as printing?
Yes. As a designer and typographer, Catherine often collaborates with clients on both the design and production of a project. Depending on the project, Love & Letterpress can provide creative direction, typographic design, and print production.
What is the typical timeline for a project?
Project timelines vary depending on scope, design development, and press availability. Most projects are scheduled several weeks in advance to allow time for design, plate production, and printing.
How do I start a collaboration?
If you’re interested in working together, visit the Contact page and share a few details about your project. Helpful information includes project type, timeline, estimated quantity, and any reference materials.
Why is letterpress printing more expensive than digital printing?
Letterpress is a highly specialized printmaking process that involves custom plates, hand-mixed inks, careful press setup, and individually printed sheets. Unlike digital printing, each piece is physically pressed into paper using historic machinery. The result is a tactile, archival-quality print, but the process requires time, craftsmanship, and specialized materials.
What factors influence pricing?
Pricing varies depending on several factors including project scope, size, number of colors, paper selection, quantity, and complexity of the design. Because each project is unique, quotes are prepared individually once the project details are reviewed.
Is there a minimum order quantity?
Many letterpress projects involve setup time and custom plate production, so most projects work best as small to medium print runs. Exact quantities can be discussed depending on the nature of the project.
Can you replicate designs I found online?
Love & Letterpress focuses on original work and collaborative design. While reference materials are helpful, projects are approached as unique commissions rather than reproductions.
Do you offer rush printing?
Because letterpress printing is a slow, manual process, projects are scheduled carefully in advance. Rush production may be limited depending on the studio schedule.