Tama Press

Tama Press letterpress and relief printed paper products, handmade books, custom work and more! Welcome to Tama Press and thank you so much for visiting!

I love making things by hand - I've done it since I was a little kid (my parents have the videos to prove it!) I especially enjoy creating things people will use on a day to day basis, such as note cards and books. While studying in college, I was introduced to the worlds of printmaking and book arts. The organized process of printmaking – from designing and hand carving blocks to proofing and pri

nting the final pieces – is a challenging and fulfilling experience for me. Patience and my fervent attention to detail attracted me to printing. Time, effort, and care put into each print are reflected in the uncompromising quality of this hands-on art form. In addition to linoleum block relief printing, I also enjoy letterpress printing! I'm thrilled with the quality and beauty of this type of printing - the impression of a letterpress printed image gives depth and a luxurious feel to the finished pieces. While e-mail and e-books are extremely convenient, I still love the writing in a journal and receiving hand written letters in the mail. I learned to make books from start to finish - cutting book board, choosing book cloth and decorative paper, sewing pages, and attaching covers. I maintain a strong connection to my love of Japan through my handmade books, many of which have a traditional Japanese binding. The Japanese ceramic artist I studied under focused on the beauty of a perfectly crafted, yet useful object. I strive to demonstrate that an object used every day, such as a book, can be elevated to a higher level of beauty and appreciation through the experienced touch of an artist.

I did my best to match the new cover to the old. I also made and sewed on new end pages. Pics - 1: front cover2: inner f...
11/25/2025

I did my best to match the new cover to the old. I also made and sewed on new end pages.

Pics -
1: front cover
2: inner front cover
3: end pages
4: where old meets new
5: top view

I replaced a cover on this Bible but first had to start by taking off the old cover and cleaning up the spine. Video - I...
11/15/2025

I replaced a cover on this Bible but first had to start by taking off the old cover and cleaning up the spine.

Video - I checked every page and cleaned spots and made repairs where needed.

Pics -
1: covers and some disconnected pages separated from the rest of the book block
2: book block in press to start cleaning
3: all the gross stuff removed and a nice clean spine
4: sewing some signatures back on to book

Some of my favorites from this year’s Inktober! Since I completed the challenge, I’ve ordered myself a reward T-shirt :)...
11/05/2025

Some of my favorites from this year’s Inktober!

Since I completed the challenge, I’ve ordered myself a reward T-shirt :)

What are your favorite drawings from this year?

Inktober Day 31 - Today is my Mia’s birthday - even though she crossed the rainbow bridge 4 years ago, I think of her o...
10/31/2025

Inktober Day 31 -

Today is my Mia’s birthday - even though she crossed the rainbow bridge 4 years ago, I think of her often. She has the #1 pup award.

Yay I completed another year of Inktober! Now to go treat myself to some merch 😬

Inktober Day 30 - A sadly vacant motel from one of the greatest shows ever. Thanks to and for making me laugh & cry....
10/30/2025

Inktober Day 30 -

A sadly vacant motel from one of the greatest shows ever. Thanks to and for making me laugh & cry.

Inktober Day 29 - A difficult lesson that I’m still learning - to ask for help when I feel like I’m drowning. Also that...
10/29/2025

Inktober Day 29 -

A difficult lesson that I’m still learning - to ask for help when I feel like I’m drowning. Also that asking for help isn’t a weakness.

Inktober Day 28 - Graves to gardens 🎵🦴💐I drew my personal version of this album cover with flowers from different place...
10/29/2025

Inktober Day 28 -

Graves to gardens 🎵🦴💐

I drew my personal version of this album cover with flowers from different places I’ve lived :)

Inktober Day 27 - Who loves a bloomin’ onion?
10/27/2025

Inktober Day 27 -

Who loves a bloomin’ onion?

Inktober Day 26 - My oldest learned how to solve a 3x3 Rubik’s cube during COVID - and his record is 25 seconds! Since ...
10/27/2025

Inktober Day 26 -

My oldest learned how to solve a 3x3 Rubik’s cube during COVID - and his record is 25 seconds! Since then, he’s learned how to solve other cubes like this 4x4 and different shapes and styles.

Can you solve a Rubik’s cube??

Inktober Day 25 - “And I’m going to go over there and set the building on fire.”Gotta love Milton and his Swingline sta...
10/25/2025

Inktober Day 25 -

“And I’m going to go over there and set the building on fire.”

Gotta love Milton and his Swingline stapler 😬

I originally was going to had a pop of red for the stapler and then I got out my new brush tip posca pens annnnd today’s drawing is now color. lol.

Inktober Day 24 - Stitch might get a little rowdy on his adventures with Lilo 😳
10/24/2025

Inktober Day 24 -

Stitch might get a little rowdy on his adventures with Lilo 😳

Inktober Day 23 - Watch out for those pesky fireflies!
10/24/2025

Inktober Day 23 -

Watch out for those pesky fireflies!

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