Business Details
Your Trusted Printing Partner in Portland, OR
At Symbiosis Printing, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality printing solutions tailored to the unique needs of businesses and creative professionals. With over four decades of combined experience in art scanning and color correction, our team specializes in transforming artistic visions into archival-quality prints using state-of-the-art technology. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected in our use of FSC-certified recycled materials, chemical-free coatings, and digital workflows that minimize waste.We pride ourselves on personalized service, ensuring every client receives precise color matching, expert guidance through the printing process, and final products that exceed expectations. As an active member of the Portland community, we support local nonprofits through donations and sustainable business practices while maintaining a strong focus on social responsibility.
Services
Business Cards
Brochures
Art Prints
Metal Prints
Branded Merchandise
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of expertise in art scanning and color correction.
- Our eco-friendly practices include FSC-certified recycled materials and chemical-free coatings.
- We provide personalized service with precise color matching and expert guidance.
- We support local nonprofits through donations and sustainable business practices.
- Our digital workflows minimize waste while maintaining archival-quality results.
What people say
Gorgeous business cards
Eco-friendly practices
Precise color matching
Superior art reproductions
Excellent customer service
Services
Business Printing
We provide full-service business printing including marketing materials, promotional items, and direct mail campaigns. Our eco-friendly approach uses FSC-certified papers and digital workflows to minimize waste while delivering professional results. Clients receive personalized guidance to ensure precise color matching and high-quality finishes for all printed materials.
Art & Photo Printing
Specializing in giclee and canvas prints, we create museum-quality reproductions for artists using archival inks and substrates. Our process includes expert color correction, substrate selection, and high-resolution scanning to preserve artistic integrity. Artists benefit from our 40+ years of experience in capturing and enhancing visual details for lasting displays.
Image Capture
Our professional image capture services utilize advanced equipment like the Epson Expression 12000XL scanner and medium-format digital cameras. We handle artwork of all sizes with precision, offering color correction, file formatting, and photo restoration. This service ensures accurate digital preservation of original pieces for future printing or digital portfolios.
Metal Prints
We produce durable metal prints using recycled aluminum substrates, ideal for modern art displays. The process involves direct printing onto metal surfaces for vibrant, long-lasting results. These prints are perfect for galleries, commercial spaces, and artists seeking a contemporary presentation option with eco-conscious materials.
Branded Merchandise
Our branded merchandise solutions include custom-printed items like shirts, mugs, and pens to enhance business visibility. Using eco-friendly production methods, we create high-quality promotional materials that align with client branding needs. This service supports local businesses in developing cohesive marketing strategies through tangible, reusable products.
People
Kath
Co-Owner
Kath co-founded Symbiosis Printing with a vision for sustainable, community-focused printing. With decades of experience in the industry, she specializes in art reproduction and environmental stewardship, ensuring the shop maintains eco-friendly practices while supporting local artists and nonprofits.
Jeff
Co-Owner
Jeff co-owns Symbiosis Printing, bringing technical expertise in digital imaging and color correction. He works directly with artists to achieve precise print results, leveraging over 40 years of combined industry experience to deliver high-quality reproductions while maintaining the shop's commitment to sustainability.
Questions
What printing services do you offer for businesses?
We provide business cards, brochures, flyers, posters, direct mail campaigns, and custom promotional materials using eco-friendly methods.
Do you specialize in art printing?
Yes, we create archival giclee, canvas, and metal prints for artists using high-resolution scanning and color correction techniques.
Are your printing processes environmentally friendly?
We use FSC-certified recycled papers, chemical-free coatings, and digital workflows to minimize waste and reduce environmental impact.
How long does printing take?
Most orders complete in 3-5 days, with a $20 minimum. Scanning services require in-person pricing based on artwork complexity.
Do you offer custom merchandise printing?
Yes, we create branded items like shirts, mugs, pens, and tote bags with eco-conscious production methods.
How do you ensure print quality?
Our team uses professional color software, state-of-the-art equipment, and provides digital proofs to guarantee accurate, high-quality results.
