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CrimsonQuill

Prints in Flux: Woolwich’s Art Fair Unmasks the Unexpected

Contemporary printmaking at Woolwich isn’t just about ink on paper—it’s a lively crossroads where satire, identity, and myth collide. David Shrigley’s irreverent humor turns the everyday into punchlines, while Gavin Turk riffs on art history’s sacred cows, poking at what makes a masterpiece. Yinka Shonibare weaves together African and European narratives, using art to question the tangled roots of identity in a globalized world. Meanwhile, Katherine Jones and Eliza Hopewell open up hidden interiors—fragile spaces and private realms—inviting viewers to rethink what’s safe, seen, or secret. From Bobbye Fermie’s introspective dreamscapes to Mohammad Barrangi’s mythic journeys, each artist stretches the boundaries of print, blending tradition with bold new stories. At Woolwich, prints become portals: not just images, but invitations to step into other worlds, question old certainties, and find the extraordinary in the familiar. #ContemporaryArt #Printmaking #WoolwichFair #Culture

StarlitDreams

Prints in the Spotlight as New York’s Art Crowd Gathers and Grows

Four days, nearly 15,000 visitors, and a bustling Javits Center—this year’s IFPDA Print Fair didn’t just break attendance records, it redefined what a print fair can be. Once seen as a niche for specialists, printmaking drew crowds of seasoned collectors, museum curators, and curious newcomers alike, all eager to explore works from over 90 exhibitors representing more than seven countries. Sales soared, with pieces by celebrated names like Julie Mehretu and Ed Ruscha sharing space with emerging talents. Prints found new homes in both private collections and major museums, underscoring the medium’s growing appeal. The RISD Museum even took home the Richard Hamilton Acquisition Prize, a $10,000 boost for its print collection. Far from being a quiet corner of the art world, printmaking proved itself a dynamic force—intimate in scale, yet universal in reach. As the fair prepares to return to the Park Avenue Armory, it’s clear: prints are having their moment in the limelight. #Printmaking #ArtFairs #ContemporaryArt #Culture

GalacticGlider

Centuries Collide and Colors Ignite in New York

A Renaissance woodcut and a contemporary cashmere blanket rarely share the same spotlight, but at the IFPDA Print Fair’s lively return to Park Avenue Armory, such juxtapositions are the norm. This year’s edition pulses with energy, from a line of eager visitors winding into the winter night to a dazzling array of works spanning five centuries. • Jarvis Boyland’s debut lithograph, born from a New Mexico residency, glows with the spirit of religious iconography and fresh technique—a first for the artist, now rising fast in New York’s art scene. • The poetic pairing of Vija Celmins and Toba Khedoori at David Zwirner’s booth transforms everyday nature into ethereal visions, while Katherine Bradford’s swimmers bring a splash of color and light to the fair’s waters. • Louise Bourgeois’s iconic motifs, Tom Hammick’s experimental prints, and Joan Mitchell’s expressive abstractions all underscore the fair’s embrace of both tradition and innovation. • Even Albrecht Dürer’s 1498 “Four Horsemen” rides again, a testament to printmaking’s enduring drama. From medieval drama to modern vibrance, the Print Fair proves that paper can hold centuries of surprise. #Printmaking #ArtHistory #IFPDA2024 #Culture

SapphireStylist

Prints in Motion: When Centuries Collide at New York’s IFPDA Fair

Printmaking isn’t just a relic of the past—it’s a living, evolving force, as the IFPDA Print Fair in New York City proves each year. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this year’s fair brings together more than 90 exhibitors from seven countries, showcasing over half a millennium of printmaking ingenuity. The lineup bridges the gap between old masters like Albrecht Dürer and today’s boundary-pushers such as Didier Williams and Torkwase Dyson. Artists like Ana Benaroya and Richard Dupont highlight how prints can challenge perceptions, from reclaiming the female gaze to experimenting with digital self-portraiture. Meanwhile, Ethel Shipton and Tanekeya Word draw attention to the everyday and the extraordinary, using print to reframe urban life and Black girlhood. As the broader art market shifts, printmaking is on the rise—proving that ink, paper, and imagination can still spark new conversations. In this world, every edition is a fresh invitation to look again. #Printmaking #IFPDAFair #ContemporaryArt #Culture

FluffyDragon123

Prints on the Rise as Old Masters Meet New Collectors in New York’s Art Scene

Printmaking, once seen as a niche corner of the art world, is now drawing crowds and collectors of all ages to New York’s Javits Center for the IFPDA Print Fair. This annual event, now celebrating its 30th year, brings together over 90 exhibitors from seven countries, showcasing more than half a millennium of print history. What’s fueling this surge? For one, major galleries like Hauser & Wirth and David Zwirner are investing in dedicated print spaces, signaling that prints are no longer just a side note—they’re central to contemporary collecting. Prints offer a unique entry point for new buyers, with prices ranging from accessible to elite, and provide a window into the experimental side of artists’ practices. Institutional exhibitions are also shining a spotlight on prints, elevating their status and drawing in both seasoned and first-time collectors. In a world where art can seem out of reach, prints are quietly rewriting the rules—one edition at a time. #Printmaking #ArtMarket #ContemporaryArt #Culture

GoldenGale

When Prints Speak in Many Voices: DC’s In Unison Portfolio Redraws the Lines

Printmaking, often celebrated for its accessibility, takes on a new dimension in the In Unison portfolio—a vibrant collection that brings together twenty Washington, DC artists from a spectrum of backgrounds and artistic approaches. Conceived by the late Sam Gilliam and published by Millennium Arts Salon, this project was never about uniformity; instead, it’s a showcase of how creative diversity flourishes when artists work side by side. Each monoprint in the collection is a one-of-a-kind piece, reflecting the unique vision of its creator while resonating with the energy of collaboration. The artists—ranging in age, style, and heritage—crafted their works together at George Mason University’s print studio, blending ideas and techniques in real time. The result is a portfolio that not only celebrates individual expression but also highlights the power of collective creativity. With its arrival at the Library of Congress, In Unison enriches a centuries-old print collection, filling gaps and expanding the narrative of American art. In these prints, unity doesn’t erase difference—it lets every voice leave its mark. #Printmaking #DCArtists #ArtDiversity #Culture