In March of 2024, digital fine art printing atelier Still River Editions of Danbury, CT achieved Platinum level as a Hahnemühle Certified Studio through the Hahnemühle Excellence Program. Established in 1584, Hahnemühle is one of the world’s oldest paper manufacturers, now known for their superior quality archival inkjet papers.

There are currently only seven platinum certified studios in the United States. Still River Editions was previously certified at Gold level in 2013.

Master Printmaker Mark Savoia worked closely with Hahnemühle to review qualifications that reflect the quality of Still River Editions’ printing services. This required extensive knowledge of color management, proper handling of papers, ability to make custom printer profiles, and experience in printer maintenance.

According to Hahnemühle, “Hahnemühle Certified Studio Program […] aims to highlight and reward print studios and laboratories that focus on printing excellence, quality consistency, and outstanding service with Hahnemühle inkjet papers. Platinum certified studios have excellent knowledge and advisory skills on the strengths and variety of the Hahnemühle FineArt portfolio as well as on the archivability and longevity of artworks and fine art prints.”

Still River Editions grew out of Connecticut Photographics, Inc., which was founded in 1987 in Danbury by Catherine Vanaria and Mark Savoia. Savoia, Vanaria and their colleague Lys Guillorn serve local and national clients who require superior results in fine art printmaking.

As the photographic industry changed from darkroom to digital services, Still River Editions grew and changed with it. Now the company serves primarily artists, fine art photographers, historians, and archivists, but the company keeps its services accessible to their community. In addition, Still River Editions offers film scanning, Cruse scanning of artwork and photographs, digital retouching and restoration services, and a small gallery with quarterly exhibitions.