about us.
We are a letterpress studio in the Bay Area creating art that nourishes and expands. We are intentional and meticulous with our craft, producing unique heirloom, limited edition runs in collaboration with artists, brands, families and leaders.
Cara F. Franson is an artist and letterpress printer who has developed her craft for over 15 years. Former owner of the stationery brand Underwood Letterpress, she now devotes her time to personal projects and her studio work. Her craft is refined yet exploratory, and she loves working with a range of textures and mediums.
Having embarked on a healing journey herself, she particularly enjoys working with others who dive deep in to their art for their own healing and transformation.
Cara lives in the Bay Area with her two children and one fur-child.
our values.
nourish.
We believe that we are all here with a divine purpose and the best way to fulfill that purpose is through love. With every project we touch, we seek to love and nourish not only the project, but the greater good.
expand.
Our process builds upon existing stories that are primed for expansion. When we touch a project, we don’t replace stories—we amplify them.
flow.
Meaningful art takes time. It requires process and energy and intention. When we create, we commit to a natural flow that reveals the finest product.