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& WHY NOT | set of 6 letterpress notecards

So I was gifted this ampersand cut by Ben at Columbia Gorge Book Arts and because I am busy teaching myself letterpress printmaking I was itching to make something with this cool new thing. 

I went through a few minutes of myself with my foot on the brake, thinking; I should be working on this, or that, or at least something else. I was also thinking to myself; ok, AND what?  

Then it hit me. AND WHY NOT indeed. Why do I so often not do whimsical, new, random things whenever I can.

It sounds simple, I know it does, but this card has been my ticket to take my foot off the brake.

I recommend it to all of you artists who read my blog, time to get yourself a ticket to do the things you are dreaming about. 

  • Open edition
  • set of 6 note cards w/ envelopes
  • Blank inside
  • Hand set type
  • Letterpress printing

Open edition photogravure made in 2024 from a negative made the same year by Ray Bidegain

All Cascabel prints are hand-pulled by Ray Bidegain and are signed and numbered on the lower front. Image and paper sizes are approximate, Variations within the edition are possible and expected.

$35.00
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& WHY NOT | set of 6 letterpress notecards

$35.00 USD
FAQ

Will the photographs in the open editions be used for your books or numbered editions.

Yes it is possible the pictures in the Without Limits series will appear in my books or as a numbered limited edition. The size would be different.

What is the best way to display a photogravure print.

Small store bought frames work well for these prints. A custom clamshell box might be a nice way to store your collection on a bookshelf or coffee table.

Will you make an edition of photogravure prints of my photograph.

I sometimes do this service please get in contact and we can talk about what you have in mind.

Can you custom plan a mentorship to my needs?

Your success is my goal and I have experience teaching many topics of photography, I am happy to make a program that fits your needs.

Shipping

Fast shipping

I usually ship print orders in 2-5 days, if you need a definite delivery time I can make sure it happens for you.

Order tracking

You will receive order shipment and tracking information via email after your order is placed letting you know about shipment and tracking numbers.

You can get in contact with Ray using the link below.

About Ray Bidegain

One Photographers Journey

For the last 22 years I have been lucky enough to spend my time working as a fine art photographer, and specifically working as a photographer who photographed using large format negatives and made platinum prints from the camera negatives.

The platinum period

Many of you have collected these platinum prints over the years and some of you have learned platinum printing from me along the way. I love the process and I have loved every minute of this period in my work. Platinum printing is an amazing and beautiful way to make photographs.

The Gravures

For the last five years I have started working on making photogravure prints, polymer plate photogravure prints, to be specific. I worked on it, decided I wanted to make a change and make a commitment to working as a printmaker making photogravure prints. You all know me as a person who likes handmade photography. Handmade objects are at the heart of my photographic journey and printmaking is all of that, and more.

The Cascabel Press Studio

My darkroom and printmaking studio

for the last 32 years I have worked in the cozy basement of my 110 year old home in Portland Oregon. Your fine prints are made here and are a product of my love of photography and art.

My backyard daylight studio

Where I make pictures

for the last several years I have been making my work in a small daylight studio in my backyard.