Crown Point Press is a fine-art print studio and gallery at 657 Howard St in San Francisco. Its exhibitions focus on contemporary prints, with intaglio work a particular strength. The gallery shares a building with the working studio, so you may see artists and master printers at the presses. The spacious, light-filled gallery is set in an old brick building, and there are books for sale. If you want to look beyond the exhibition, ask about workshops and programs that bring visitors closer to the printmaking process.
A gallery beside a working studio
Crown Point Press was established in 1962 and brings a gallery and print studio together in the same building. The arrangement gives the exhibitions a direct connection to the process behind the work: prints made in the studio are displayed and sold in the gallery.
The studio works with both intaglio and relief presses. Artists who are more accustomed to other forms of art have also come here to explore printmaking, working with the press’s master printers. If someone is at work during your visit, you may be able to observe part of that collaboration. Studio activity is not guaranteed, so treat it as a possible glimpse rather than the focus of your visit.
Prints, books and learning
The gallery’s exhibitions centre on fine-art prints, particularly contemporary etchings and intaglio work. Take time to look closely at the prints on display, then browse the books for sale for another way into the subject.
Crown Point Press also runs workshops and programs. These can give visitors a more involved introduction to printmaking, while study at the press can include guidance from its master printers. Ask about current options before planning around a particular program.
The building and visit
The gallery occupies an old brick building and has a spacious, naturally bright interior. Its location at 657 Howard St places both the exhibition space and studio under one roof. The gallery is open on weekdays and closed on weekends; check the hours before setting out, as they can affect your plans.
Preguntas frecuentes
Where is Crown Point Press?
It is at 657 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94105.
When is Crown Point Press open?
The gallery is open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday.
Can you see printmaking in progress?
The studio is in the same building as the gallery. You may catch artists working with printers at the presses, but studio activity is not guaranteed.
Does Crown Point Press offer workshops?
Workshops and programs are mentioned as options. Check with Crown Point Press for current details.
