Here at The Aesthetic Union, we’re more than just a print shop producing beautiful artwork. We provide a physical space for collaboration and community, uniting people through the art of letterpress printing in an increasingly digital world. We’ve made it our responsibility to provide a hub for like-minded individuals to congregate and create. Through the time-tested craft of letterpress, we strive to encourage a diverse and inclusive community, available to people from all walks of life.

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PRESS OPERATOR

William moved to the SF Bay Area in 1986 and has been involved in the commercial printing trade as a press operator ever since. Much of his time was spent producing wine & spirit labels in the Napa Valley. He is also a professional watchmaker, an amateur photographer and an avid musician.

OWNER

Katya is the platemaking, production managing, graphic designer-owner here at The Aesthetic Union. She felt rescued by the shop when she initially started as a platemaker and is honored to be keeping it alive, creating, and thriving for years to come.

 

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