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Custom Printing Services in Portland
Paperjam Press is a print and design business located in Portland, Oregon, serving local communities since 1990. Founded by John and Deborah Field, the company combines 25+ years of technical expertise with an artistic approach to deliver high-quality printing solutions. Specializing in wedding invitations, business printing, and art reproduction, Paperjam Press prioritizes accurate color matching, premium materials, and personalized service.The team offers quick turnaround times, including 24-hour rush options, while maintaining a commitment to environmental sustainability through recycling initiatives and energy-efficient practices. As a family-run business, Paperjam Press emphasizes community engagement, supporting local schools and policy-making efforts while fostering partnerships to enhance neighborhood vitality.
Services
Wedding Invitations
Business Printing
Art Reproduction
Holiday Cards
Event Announcements
Envelope Printing
Flyer Design
Poster Printing
Booklet Creation
Custom Stationery
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of technical expertise in digital printing
- Our team provides personalized design assistance for custom projects
- Quick turnaround times with 24-hour rush service available
- We guarantee precise color reproduction using Pantone calibration
- Committed to environmental sustainability through recycling programs
What people say
Quality work
Locally owned
Family run
Excellent service
Color accuracy
Services
Wedding Invitations
Custom wedding invitation suites with personalized design options, premium paper selection, and specialized finishing touches. Our team offers three tracks: client-designed, pre-designed suites, or full custom collaboration. Services include guest addressing, layered invitations, and physical proofs for color accuracy. We specialize in creating memorable stationery that reflects couples' unique styles while ensuring technical precision in printing.
Business Printing
Comprehensive digital printing solutions for small to medium businesses including business cards, brochures, flyers, and promotional materials. Our state-of-the-art press delivers Pantone-calibrated color reproduction on premium paper stocks. We offer design consultation, file preparation assistance, and quick turnaround times with options for urgent projects requiring 24-48 hour fulfillment.
Art Reproduction
High-fidelity art printing services using archival-quality, acid-free papers for artists and designers. We provide color-matched proofs, multiple paper finish options, and specialized handling for resalable prints. Our minimum $40 order policy ensures quality standards while accommodating small-scale projects. Ideal for creating gallery-ready prints, greeting cards, and limited edition art books.
Holiday Cards
Custom holiday card creation with photo integration, design customization, and bulk printing options. We offer both photo-based and graphic design templates, with options for personalized envelopes and coordinated stationery sets. Our services include file preparation guidance, paper selection assistance, and volume pricing for large orders.
Event Announcements
Custom event materials for milestones and celebrations including birth announcements, graduations, and corporate events. Services feature design collaboration, premium paper options, and specialized finishing techniques. We handle both personal and business event needs with options for matching suite components and coordinated branding elements.
People
John Field
Founder & Technical Lead
Fine arts graduate with 30+ years in commercial printing, specializing in color calibration and digital workflows. Developed proprietary processes for accurate color reproduction while maintaining artistic integrity in print projects.
Deborah Field
Co-Owner & President
Former corporate accountant turned print business leader with expertise in operations and marketing. Completed Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, focusing on sustainable growth strategies and community economic development.
Myles Field
Lead Production Printer
Third-generation print specialist with technical expertise in digital press operations. Combines efficiency focus with creative problem-solving for complex print projects, maintaining quality control across all production stages.
Benny
Resident Greeter
Adopted terrier mix serving as official shop mascot. Provides customer stress relief through interactive demonstrations of tricks and maintains positive workplace atmosphere through consistent friendliness.
Questions
What printing services does Paperjam Press specialize in?
We specialize in wedding invitations, business printing, art reproduction, holiday cards, and event announcements using digital printing technology with Pantone color calibration.
Do you offer design assistance for printing projects?
Yes, our team provides full design services including file preparation, paper selection, and layout optimization for all printing orders.
What is your standard turnaround time?
Proofs typically take 2-4 days with completed orders ready in 2-3 days after approval. Rush services available for 24-48 hour fulfillment.
Can you handle complex printing requirements?
We accommodate special requests including custom die-cutting, bleed management, and multi-component print suites with coordinated design elements.
What file formats do you accept?
We require press-ready PDFs with embedded fonts, though we can assist with file conversion from common design formats at additional cost.
Are you a locally owned business?
Yes, we're a family-owned Portland business operating since 1990 with deep community ties and sustainability-focused practices.
