Introduction and General Information
Magnolia Editions
Magnolia Editions is a fine art print studio and paper mill with facilities for lithography, intaglio, and relief prints. Founded in 1981, Magnolia began as a print and papermaking press that sought to introduce artists to a full range of printmaking techniques, providing the opportunity to explore printmaking and collaborative projects in an open, experiment-friendly environment. more...
Directions to Magnolia
We are conveniently located near the Bay Bridge at 2527 Magnolia St. Our cross street is 26th and we are near the intersection of Adeline and West Grand Ave.
From San Francisco: After crossing the Bay Bridge get into the far right lane to take 880 South. Take the first exit (West Grand Ave.) Proceed straight (approx. 1 mile which includes 4 or 5 streets) to Magnolia St.;turn left and go two blocks to 2527 Magnolia.
From the South: Take 880 to the West Grand and Seventh st. exit , proceed straight to the second traffic light and turn right on to west grand; go four streets to magnolia and turn left. Two blocks up on the left is 2527 magnolia.
From the North: Take 80 to the interchange of freeways. Choose the 580 on-ramp (be in middle left lane) and take the 880 exit to San Jose. Take West Grand exit and proceed to the street light;
turn left on west grand and go four streets to magnolia; turn left and go two blocks to 2527.
Hours and Tours
M - F 10am to 6 pm, Sat. by appointment
Tours are available for institutions, schools and organizations. The cost is $50 for a one hour tour. Please call for more information. (510) 839-5268
Safety
Art supply chemicals should be handled with care. We suggest that you keep all toxic art supplies out of the reach of children. Papermaking with children should be well supervised. The unfortunate fact is that many permanent colors are toxic, i.e. cadmium colors, zinc, etc.
One should make it a habit to avoid unnecessary contact with skin, never ingest or inhale the dust or fumes of art chemicals. Your mother was right, wash your hands prior to eating. This is especially important when eating finger food such as a sandwich, potato chips and french fries. Use a dust mask while products are in their powder form. Use rubber gloves when working with pigments and sizings (prior to retention) and especially when rinsing soda ash from cooked kozo, to prevent your skin from drying and chapping. Have fun and use common sense. Please inform us of any hazard we may have overlooked.