Printing Benefit
As part of BAAP’s free-of-charge, self-help membership Publication Benefit Program, BAAP volunteers and members organize a Printing Benefit to fill printing requests from BAAP members. BAAP members learn the skills of printing from volunteer press operators and other trained volunteers, producing their own printed materials. BAAP uses all donated labor and resources, including paper and ink, to fill BAAP members’ requests.
MEET OUR
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offset press
digital press
letterpress
large format
cutting
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I chose to participate at BAAP because I believe in the organization's mission and the positive impact it has on individuals and the community. Being involved allows me to contribute to a supportive environment where people can learn, grow, and connect over shared interests in printing. Teaching printing skills is vital because it provides individuals with practical knowledge that can be applied both creatively and professionally. My father taught me the fundamentals of printing at the early age of 7. By learning the art of printing, people gain valuable skills that encourage self-expression, craftsmanship, and even potential career opportunities. BAAP is a vital organization in the community, serving as a hub for education, creativity, and collaboration. It fosters a sense of belonging among members and helps preserve the tradition and skills associated with printing, ensuring that these practices continue to enrich the community for years to come.
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—Edward Patterson, master press operator and BAAP Board of Directors member
Learn Offset Press Operation
Learn the time-tested craft of offset press operation through apprenticeship-style, on-the-job training on BAAP’s 2-color Ryobi 3302M offset printing press.
Learn Letterpress Printing
Learn to operate a letterpress machine, handset type and wood carving. Join in our efforts to keep alive this traditional printing method that has been used since the 15th century. BAAP teaches letterpress printing on a Chandler and Price manufactured in 1891.
Learn Digital Printing
Learn to operate a variety of digital full color presses to produce magazines, booklets, posters, tri-folds, pamphlets and more.
BAAP teaches volunteers and members how to run a Xerox Digital 700 press, Konica digital presses, and Canon imagePROGRAF wide format printers.
Collating, Binding and Cutting
Learn how to collate publications and then bind them using our saddle stitcher and booklet making machines.
Learn how to use our Polar EM76 Cutting Machine. This machine cuts down paper to size for printing, and cuts down printed projects like magazines, postcards and business cards.
