Hand Graphics

The well-appointed workspace for Lithography and Intaglio printmaking features:

50" x 32" Charles Brand lithography press,

72" x 39" Takach-Garfield etching press,

60" x 34" Takach-Garfield etching press,

A wide range of lithographic stones,

Photo-litho and photo-etching facilities (up to 35" x 44"),

Vacuum heat press for fast drying/flattening of prints.

*All prices are subject to change without notice.

Proofing Charges*

Proofing charges are based on the number of stones/plates and their size.

These are a few examples; please request a full price list for more complete information.

Printing charges*

Printing charges reflect the cost per numbered impression. These are a few examples;please request a full price list for more complete information.

Additional Information

The following are exceptions to the minimum prices shown above:

Paper: The material costs included in our standard fees are based on the use of Arches Cover or its equivalent. The use of a more expensive paper would result additional charges.

Chine Colle: There will be a charge of $30.00 per man hour for the making of templates, cutting and applying paper, and a charge for the paper itself.

Blend or Split runs: There will be a 10-20% surcharge for each stone or plate which involves multiple colors.

Photo-Lithographic: The cost of any special photographic work is not included.

2-up images: Projects involving two images printed simultaneously must be priced on a per project basis.

Shipping: Packing and freight charges are not included. All shipping within continental US is handled by FedEx Ground.

Stones: Please add a preparation fee of $75.00 per stone used in your project to the proofing costs.

Payment: A 50% deposit against estimated proofing charges is required to confirm scheduled proofing. The balance of proofing charges are due upon commencement of your project. Upon completion of proofing, a 50% deposit against scheduled printing fees is required. The balance of printing charges are due upon completion of edition printing.

Plate Making and Proofing charges(does not include any outside film costs)

Other Important Information:

Please note that the above proofing costs are based on linear dimension. An image that is 11" x 14", for example, will cost $350.00 to proof, even though total square area is less than an image that is 10" x 16"..

Printing

Printing costs are figured @ .15 per square inch, plus paper for each impression.

Paper

These prices are based on Arches Cover, Rives BFK or their equivalent. Rice papers for Chine Colle' varies

There is a minimum charge of $15.00 per edition impression (Printing+ Paper).