Photogravure Printing (in real time) 

Thank you. I am flattered. Chuck Close is an incredible artist. The process he is using is more traditional and creates stunning images.

Thank you. The price for presses ranges depending on quality. A quality press big enough to print that size in the U.S. can range from $2,000 to $10,000. Etching presses can easily increase in price, depending on the precision of the machinery and the extras that make printing easier. Do a search for an "etching press" or "intaglio press" to see what you find. I have access at a school, and many people here can gain access through a printmaking society or association. That might be an avenue for you to explore. Owning your own press can be expensive.

+Thibaud The process shown above uses a steel-backed polymer plate, and not steel or copper. The printing process is the same once the matrix is made. The difference is that metal plates require carbon printing and an etching process with acid to create the matrix, while polymer requires a transparency (film or inkjet) and a water etching process. Both must be exposed to UV light. There are many books and helpful resources online that can answer some of your questions. I suggest starting with www.alternativephotography.com The best way to learn this is through a workshop. Online resources and books can only provide a limited amount of information.