Print Day in May is all about celebrating the global printmaking community. A great way to do that is by participating in an event hosted at a printmaking studio! If you are hosting an event, or know of one that should be included here, let us know!
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North America
Athenaeum Art Center (San Diego, CA)
Come print with us on Print Day in May at the Athenaeum Art Center. We are located inside the alternative art space, Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113. We are happy to be a part of Print Day in May this year and cannot wait to see the amazing prints pulled during this global event.
Creative Arts Workshop (New Haven, Connecticut)
Join us in the print studio at Creative Arts Workshop as we gather with thousands of participants around the globe to recognize this special art community. Enter to win a free printmaking class or workshop at CAW! >> Learn more and register here
Historic Parkrose Craft Pop-Up (Portland OR)
This Print Day in May, Historic Parkrose and Print Arts Northwest (PAN) are teaming up to host a free Craft Pop-Up & Indigenous Market—a celebration of art, culture, and hands-on creativity. Free and all ages. Join us 10 ’til 3 at 10402 NE Sandy Blvd.
Europe
Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Join us to celebrate Print Day in May with a retelling of the MR James classic Edwardian story “The Mezzotint” in our atmospheric library at Lauriston Castle. Learn more and book your tickets here.
Print Day 5x5x5 (Venice, Italy)
Artists, engravers, and printers from around the world unite each year to share techniques, experiences, and passion, making this day a key occasion to honor creativity and the world of printmaking—from ink-stained hands to the curious public. In Italy, the heart of the event will be the Stamperia at the Scuola Internazionale di Grafica Venezia, an iconic venue where Roberta Feoli will host this special day, inviting both young Italian and international engravers. Learn more on the Print Day in May blog
Asia
event listings coming soon…
Australia and New Zealand
Printopia Print Conference (Auckland, New Zealand)
A 3-day event celebrating and promoting all things print! The conference offers workshops, demos, talks, and a print fair. Learn more
Unique State Art Space Studio Relaunch (Wagga Wagga, NSW)
Join us as we celebrate Print Day in May with an OPEN DAY and RE-LAUNCH of Unique State! There will be print demonstrations, artist talks, in-store promotions, and a showcase of original prints. Join U/S as we celebrate the next chapter, or our second state of our printmaking hub! This is a free event but we kindly ask participants to RSVP for catering purposes. Learn more