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.

09/04/2026
I added color to a couple of my mini prints to show off these tiny frames. They will be available on Friday night at the...
09/03/2026

I added color to a couple of my mini prints to show off these tiny frames. They will be available on Friday night at the Conway Art Walk with the debut of my mini prints!

Introducing the first edition of Tama Press mini prints! This set is inspired by Japan - all printed one at a time from ...
09/03/2026

Introducing the first edition of Tama Press mini prints! This set is inspired by Japan - all printed one at a time from hand carved linoleum blocks.

These will be available for sale this Friday at 5pm at the Conway Art Walk! Tomorrow I’ll reveal how you can purchase them 😁

Which one is your favorite??

09/02/2026

Come see me this Friday September 4th from 5 to 8pm for the Conway Art Walk !!

I’ll be at my art studio with some amazing new goodies!

Waiting (im)patiently for this print to dry to complete its transformation….
09/02/2026

Waiting (im)patiently for this print to dry to complete its transformation….

09/01/2026

What does a printer do when rollers are being repaired? Hand ink and keep on printing!

These are some chipboard backs that will soon turn into awesome limited edition notebooks 📒 🖊️

Experimented a little bit and am impatiently waiting for these to dry.
09/01/2026

Experimented a little bit and am impatiently waiting for these to dry.

08/31/2026

Look at this beauty!!

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918 Chestnut Street
Vilonia, AR
72032

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