Community Studios
Get the most out of our studios
Our Community Studios offer shared equipment and space for artists. These studios are where we host workshops and they are also highly utilized by artists working independently.

Hourly Rentals
Our studios are available for hourly rentals, allowing artists to work independently and at their own pace. Review our current rental policies >

Art Gym - Monthly Rate
Work on an unlimited basis during our open hours for a flat monthly rate. Certification is required. Learn More >

Studio Happy Hours
Get 2-3 hours of studio time at these members-only proctored events. Certification is required for most studios. See Events for upcoming sessions.
Studio Rental Policy
Renters must be certified in a particular studio in order to be able to rent and work independently. Learn more about certification >
Call to 301-608-9101 to schedule your studio rental. Due to capacity limitations in the studios, we require prepayment to reserve your time. Prepayment can be made over the phone during scheduling or via emailed invoice. Member rate: $20/hr; Non-Member rate: $30/hr. Reservations will not be held without prepayment.
Cancellation and Rescheduling: Studio rental reservations must be cancelled, either in writing to create@pyramid-atlantic.org or via phone call to 301-608-9101, within 24 hrs of the scheduled rental for a full refund or to reschedule for another date. Those who request a refund with less than 24 hours notice will receive a 50% refund. Accommodations for those experiencing cold-like symptoms or urgent, extenuating circumstances on the day of their rental will be considered on a case-by-case basis, though every effort to contact us and cancel is required. No refunds will be issued to those who do not show up for their scheduled rental without notice.
Equipment and Capabilities
Book Bindery
- 26″ manually-operated guillotine
- Large board shear
- Standing press
- Backing press
- Kensol gold stamper
- Various sized book presses
Letterpress
- Vandercook 4T
- Vandercook Universal 1
- Chandler & Price Pilot Platen Press
- Signcard-style proofing press
- 13″ x 19″, 5″ x 8″, and 9″ x 12″ Boxcar Bases
- Printer’s saw and various slugcutters
- 80+ cases of foundry type
- Furniture, leading, composing sticks, quoins, galley trays
Papermaking
- 5lb. Hollander beater
- Hydraulic presses: 22″ x 30″ and 30″ x 40”
- Various sizes of professional moulds and deckles
- Drying system for sheets up to 22″ x 30
- Ability to make sheets up to 4′ x 8’
- Wet Floor studio
Printshop
- American French Tool Etching/Relief Press (36″ x 60”)
- Takach Lithography Press (36″ x 60″)
- Rembrandt Pelican Etching/Relief Combination Press (20″ x 30″)
- Ferric chloride tank for copper etching
- Variety of rollers and brayers
- Plate warmer
- Drying racks
- Rag service
Screenprinting
- Printing stations with hinges
- A variety of squeegees
- Photo emulsion
- Double utility sink
- 50″ x 60″ exposure unit
- Power washer
- Print drying rack