the fine print

Printer Pass holders are trained printers who are working on short-term or infrequent projects, are seeking less commitment, or who would like to get to know the shop before applying to become a Studio Printer.

Step 1

Purchase a membership Starter Pack

This package provides you a 10% discount on our bundled combination of (1) Introductory Class + (12) Training Hours.

Step 2

Sign up for an Introductory Class
on our schedule of workshops

If you have purchased a Letterpress Starter Pack, we will give you a discount code to use when signing up for your desired date. The next Introductory Classes will take place in Spring/Summer 2026.

Step 3

Complete (12) OPEN STUDIO HOURS
with a Shop Manager

After taking an Intro to Letterpress class, you’re welcome to print during our Open Studio hours as you work on independent projects and become more familiar with the presses and printshop culture. A skilled printer will be on hand to provide guidance and answer the questions that inevitably arise.

After 12 hours of training, we can work with you to see if more classes or studio time will be required, or if you're ready to print independently with a Printer Pass.

step 4

Purchase Printer Passes
available in 12 hour increments

Work on your own projects independently. While an experienced printer will be on hand to answer questions, Printer Pass holders are expected to be able to work independently in the studio. This includes design, typesetting, make-ready, safe press operation, set up, clean up….

Step 5

Put yourself on the calendar

Our shared Google Calendar is how our printers schedule time for use of the shop. A Studio Printer or Shop Manager will invite you to share access to the calendar and you will be able to schedule your dates, times, and press preferences there.