Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Letterpress Printing & Design Studio in Milwaukee
Founded in 1920, Bay View Printing Co has been a trusted name in the letterpress printing industry for over a century. Our woman-owned, solar-powered business combines historic craftsmanship with modern design principles to create custom solutions for weddings, small businesses, and community projects. We specialize in collaborative design processes that prioritize client vision while maintaining environmental responsibility. Our expertise in letterpress printing is enhanced by a commitment to social good, with 1% of all revenue supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet. The team brings extensive experience in both traditional printing techniques and contemporary design software, ensuring each project maintains artistic integrity while achieving practical objectives.We maintain strict quality control throughout production while fostering an inclusive workspace that reflects our community values. Our approach combines technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver tangible results that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. This balance of tradition and innovation positions us as leaders in sustainable printing solutions while maintaining accessibility for diverse client needs. Through continuous improvement of our processes and materials, we ensure each project reflects both the client's vision and our commitment to environmental stewardship.
Services
Wedding Invitations
Custom Stationery
Printing Classes
Art Prints
Custom Portraits
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- Woman-owned and solar-powered printing studio
- Collaborative design process tailored to client needs
- 105-year-old historic letterpress print shop expertise
- 1% of revenue supports environmental causes through 1% for the Planet
- Community-focused projects that empower underserved populations
Associations and certifications
- 1% for the Planet
What people say
Unique experience
Amazing designs
Professional and responsive
Highest quality product
Exceeded expectations
Services
Wedding Invitations
Custom wedding stationery combines traditional letterpress techniques with personalized design. Collaborative process ensures unique creations that reflect couples' relationships. All invitations support community initiatives through revenue-sharing programs.
Custom Stationery
Letterpress-printed stationery options for personal correspondence and branding needs. Durable, high-quality materials available in various customization options. Supports environmental causes through the company's sustainability initiatives.
Printing Classes
Hands-on letterpress instruction using historic equipment. Classes accommodate groups from individuals to corporate teams. Combines technical instruction with creative exploration of printmaking processes.
Art Prints
Limited edition letterpress art prints focusing on themes of equality and community. Available for purchase through the company's retail shop. Created using traditional printing methods with modern design concepts.
Custom Portraits
Personalized letterpress portraits of pets and loved ones. Combines digital design with traditional printing techniques. Unique keepsakes that support the company's community-focused business model.
Questions
What printing services do you offer?
We specialize in custom wedding invitations, stationery, art prints, and personalized portraits using traditional letterpress techniques combined with modern design.
Do you offer educational printing classes?
Yes, we provide hands-on printing classes for individuals and groups using our historic letterpress equipment in Milwaukee.
How do you support the community?
Bay View Printing Co Co donates 1% of revenue to environmental causes through 1% for the Planet and supports local community initiatives.
Are you a sustainable printing company?
As a 100% solar-powered printing studio, our sustainable practices include eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient operations, and waste reduction initiatives.
How long have you been in business?
We've been operating as a family-owned letterpress print shop since 1920, serving Milwaukee for over a century.
Can you create custom business stationery?
Yes, we offer complete custom stationery solutions including business cards, letterheads, and branded materials tailored to your specific needs.
