Melbourne, Victoria, Est. 2018
Your Town. Your Street. Your Home.
Historical map restorations · Melbourne & Regional Victoria
It started with a birthday gift.
An old property map arrived as a present, and our family crowded around it — finding streets, arguing about what used to be where, tracing roads we knew against ones that had vanished.
That’s better than having a Picasso on the wall.
— The moment Print Modern beganThey were right. A Picasso is something you stand back and admire. This map was something we explored. That moment became Print Modern.
People stop. They lean in. They start asking questions.
Every customer tells some version of the same story. They hang the map — and then they can’t leave it alone. Finding their street, spotting a landmark, discovering what stood where their house is now. Guests gather around. Families debate the details.
That’s not what happens with wall art. It’s what happens with something worth exploring.
A printer, photographer, and framer.
I’m Shane. My background is in printing, photography, design and picture framing, which means I handle every part of what you receive: the sourcing, the digital restoration, the printing, and the framing.
Can’t find your location? I’ll research it — beyond the existing collection, back into the original archives. No charge, no obligation.
Archival 310gsm Cotton
Not photographic paper. Not poster stock. Archival cotton paper — the same material used in fine art reproduction. It holds ink without yellowing, and the weight gives each print a presence you feel before you hang it.
Handcrafted Victorian Ash
Every frame is made by hand from Victorian Ash timber — 20mm face, 38mm deep — finished with a blend of beeswax and carnauba wax. Substantial without being heavy. It looks like it belongs in the room.
Custom Archive Research
Most map sellers stock what they have and stop there. Tell me your address and I’ll search the archives to find maps that show your specific street — then build you a custom page with your options. Free, no obligation.
What customers say
“Couldn’t be happier with the product or the service. 5 gold stars, 10 out of 10. No more ugly bare wall.”
— Chris“They absolutely love it. Your service has been sensational — such a lovely experience from start to finish.”
— Jess“My husband was delighted with his surprise. Probably one of the best received presents. Thank you for offering this unique gift option.”
— kerrieThe most common reaction: quality that exceeds expectations. Customers who weren’t sure tend to be the ones who rave loudest.
Not sure if your street is on a map?
We’ll research it for you.
Your Town · Your Street · Your Home
