Our staff has accumulated more than 100 years of experience as photographers, painters and pre-press technicians.
Why Artisian Press Works?
We’ve also learned that achieving the best possible rendering of art requires the help of the person who knows it best, the artist.
So, we partner on a close collaborative basis from beginning to end. When we say collaboration, that’s not just lip service. You won’t be talking to a counter clerk who will pass your instructions along to some mysterious entity “in the back.”
You’ll work directly with the color technician that’s making the adjustments to your image. And the results are amazing. We’re artists too, and that’s evident in our printmaking.
Meet our dedicated team of experts
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Mike
Mike is the owner of Artisan Press Works and has spent his career helping artists bring their ideas to life.
Foundation: Mike's journey began in Wichita, Kansas, where he co-founded a commercial printing company specializing in high-end work.
Decades of Excellence: He returned to Denver and spent 24 years (1991–2015) as the top-performing account executive at One Touch Point (OTP).
Artisan Press Works: In 2015, Mike purchased Nocerino Editions (now Artisan Press Works). Under his leadership, the company has maintained its high-quality standards while expanding services to include framing, wallpaper production, and die-cut labels.
Fine Art Collector: As a passionate collector, Mike brings a deep, personal commitment to the world of fine art and every project the press handles.
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Jules
Fine Art Photographer and Color Specialist. Jules is the dedicated fine art photographer at Artisan Press Works, ensuring the fidelity of every print.
Expertise: After earning his BFA in Illustration and completing an internship, Jules joined the company full-time. Over the past 10 years, he has developed one of the best "eyes for color" in the metro area.Key Role: The high-quality image captures Jules creates are the critical first step to producing our fantastic Giclée prints.
Family Tradition: Artisan Press Works is a true family company for Jules. His grandmother, Jan Myers, was an award-winning pastel artist and one of the company's first clients. Jules continues her commitment to creativity and high-quality work.
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Layla
Lead Printmaker & Community Advocate.
Layla is a skilled printmaker and visual artist dedicated to community connection and advocacy.
Identity & Mission: Layla is a transfemme visual artist whose central passion is uplifting local communities and other queer artists through print and projection.
Printing Journey: Her involvement in printing began in 2018 while she was in her BFA program, growing into a life-long passion.
Current Role: As the Lead Printmaker at Artisan Press Works, she uses her position to actively connect with local artists and build deeply connected relationships with creators across all media.
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Davis
Davis grew up in his family’s commercial print shop and has spent his career in the printing industry specializing in pre-press production and color management. Davis and Mike Abell worked together at One Touch Point in Denver for over 25 years. Davis helps us keep color accurate and manages our archive of over 20,000 paintings.
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Jeff
Jeff is an accomplished graphic designer and pastel artist. He’s been working in the Denver market for over 35 years and was one of the principals in Sage Creative. He and Mike Abell have been colleagues for over 30 years and Jeff was instrumental in developing our business plan. In his free time Jeff plays Lacrosse in Denver’s senior league and serves as a referee for youth Lacrosse.
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Preston
Preston is a Navy veteran. He has spent most of his career managing several popular night clubs in Denver. He manages our front office and keeps us all in line. Preston grew up on a farm in Oklahoma and loves animals and growing flowers and vegetables. His warm and outgoing personality makes everyone feel welcome.