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SGCI Biennial Conference 2027--Confluence October 13-17th, 2027 Conference Site now available. Link in bio Conference Abstract: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is made up of 90 unique and vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own history, diversity, and character. It is a city where two rivers merge into a third, where place and history have been shaped by the physical barriers and intersections of those rivers, and where smaller communities combine to form a dynamic and engaging whole. Confluence (SGCI 2027) is dedicated to exploring the intersection of process, labor, and place, while providing a dynamic and practical forum for the global printmaking community. We invite you to experience Pittsburgh’s rich printmaking ecosystem as we move through a wide range of institutions (both academic and grassroots) that help define the city’s creative landscape. From Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh to the iconic Andy Warhol Museum, along with vital community organizations and the print shops in between, the conference highlights the full breadth of Pittsburgh’s print culture. We are especially excited to introduce new, specialized programming designed for collectors, curators, and art historians, expanding opportunities for dialogue, discovery, and professional connection. Confluence is committed to creating a memorable, inclusive, and accessible event that honors the enduring power of printmaking while fostering meaningful collaborations on both local and international levels. We invite you to be part of the confluence - where diverse voices, practices, and perspectives come together in a shared celebration of printmaking, learning, and community.

Who’s That Printmaker?! 🤔🤔❓🤔🤔 This print is from the 2015 SGCI Member’s Exchange Portfolio - Knoxville, TN Do you have any prints from an SGCI exchange portfolio that you don’t know who made it? Send it our way and we can feature it in an upcoming “Who’s That Printmaker?!” post! Let’s solve the mystery of these prints! #printmaking #exchangeportfolio #sgci #printmaker #whosthatprintmaker

Link in bio! #sgcinternational #SGCI #masterprintmaker #printmaker

Congratulations to all the selected BORDER-LINE[S] Participants! 🎉 Kalinda Tran @kalicow Lani Shapton @lanishapton_art Carla Fisher Schwartz @carla_f_s Lisa Turner @lisaturnerartwork Garrett Metz @metz_garrett Fio Avocado @fio_avocado Anissa Cavazos-Rodriguez @anissa.cavazos Heather Huston @printerbird Mariana Astete @eme.ashl Andrea Pinheiro @andreammpinetree Alanna Austin @alannaaustinart Alyssa Davis @alyssadavisart Cynthia Back @cynthia.back Deborah Cornell @deborahcornell7934 Valeria Rachel Herrera @vrachelherrera Brandy Gonzalez @gonzalezoriginal Myles Calvert @squirrelpigeonfish and Mika Aono @mika.aono from Atelier Ghostbirds statement for the jurying: “As jurors for Border-line(s), we were struck by the breadth and depth of responses to the call. The theme invited artists to approach boundaries in all their forms—geographic, emotional, psychological, and cultural—and the submissions reflected this with remarkable sensitivity and imagination. Choosing only sixteen works from such a strong and diverse pool was a difficult task. Many pieces spoke with quiet intensity or deep introspection, while others approached the subject with wit, experimentation, or gentle mischief. We found ourselves drawn to artists who treat boundaries less like rigid fences and more like curious, unruly lines—ones that smudge, wander, and sometimes refuse to stay put. The selected works span a wide range of printmaking practices, traditional and experimental, each interrogating or embracing the idea of limits in its own way. Together, they chart a terrain where edges blur, meanings shift, and the in-between emerges as a potent space for reflection, questioning, and possibility. It is an absolute joy and an honor to share this body of work at Atelier Ghostbirds in Caldas da Rainha, within a community that thrives on dialogue and creative exchange. For many of these artists, the exhibition marks a first encounter with new viewers and new landscapes, bridging continents and perspectives through the language of printmaking. We hope these works continue to spark conversations about borders: how they define, divide, and ultimately connect us.” #SGCI #sgcimembers

The UK is calling! SGCI’s Myles Calvert took time away from vacation and residency work to build new connections for future international SGCI programming across the UK printmaking community. A thank you to East London Printmakers, the incredible volunteer-run studio founded in 1998, for opening their doors and sharing their expansive screenprinting and intaglio facilities with us. Special thanks to Claire for the generous tour, and to all tagged members featured in the photos! Another unforgettable stop: John Purcell Paper — an absolute treasure trove for printmakers. This Brixton warehouse is packed with paper goodness just steps from Electric Avenue. Request a price list ahead of time so you can plan before diving in. They also ship internationally! A personal highlight of the trip was lunch at the Chelsea Arts Club with Leonie Bradley (editor of Printmaking Today magazine), hosted by David Ferry, President of the Royal Society of Printmakers (est. 1890). It was an inspiring exchange of ideas, laughter, and progressive thinking about the future of printmaking and collaboration between our organizations. Special thanks to our new UK Representative, Hannah Fray, for helping build these relationships and strengthen SGCI’s international network. More to come! / / / / / / @sslow_liness @rachaeleashley

Big membership survey. Link in bio. Win Prints. #sgci #sgcinternational #sgcimember #printmaking #PrintmakingCommunity

Join the crew of Conrad Machine Co. (based in Whitehall, Michigan and long-term SGCI supporters!) for a relaxed conversation about their press manufacturing business, the services they offer, some top tips on press maintenance and a very exciting new business venture they are starting! You won’t want to miss this! Thrs May 21, 7-9pm Ideal for those who own a press, manage a studio, are considering purchasing a press, and for those who geek out over the technical aspects of machinery. . . . 
Pre-register link: /conrad-press-virtual-event/#!event-register/2026/5/21/conrad-machine-co-virtual-press-event #printmaking #printrules #conradpress #sgci

Reminiscing on the 2026 Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair! It was so great to see so many print friends! @powerhouse_arts @helloprintfriend @platemark_podcast @airpgh @crows_shadow @alyssa.m.ebinger @danwelden.solarplate @two_dogs_and_a_turtle @altheamurphyprice @constellationstudios @jazzleejohnson @bermanlaura @nicholashruth @ludwigtru @obeeeditions @printsonpaper_studio @jungle_asian_redneck @tamarindinstitute @evilprints #printmaking #nyprintweek #printmakingfriends #printmakingrules

Meet the Co-Chairs of the SGCI 2027 Steering Committee! We are excited to announce Kellie Hames, Martyna Matusiak, Frances J Metcalf, Sean P. Morrissey, and Mary Tremonte as the captains helping guide SGCI 2027: Confluence, taking place October 13–17, 2027 in Pittsburgh, PA. As key contacts, they will help guide the planning, partnerships, programming, and community connections that will shape a meaningful and memorable conference experience. Join us in welcoming them and stay tuned for more introductions and updates as we move toward Pittsburgh! @k.hames @martyna_matusiak_ @francesjmetcalf @seanpmorrissey @marymackprints

Deadline to apply for the Barcelona Residency and the Catalonia Colour Palette themed portfolio is approaching soon! Submit by April 30th! Swipe to see more about each opportunity. Visit our website for more in-depth information! Thank you @artprintresidence for this collaboration ✨💥 . . . . . . #sgci #sgciexcursion #artresidency #themedportfolio #sgciopportunity

We’re already looking ahead to Confluence 2027 in Pittsburgh (Oct 13–17), and we want to ensure this conference provides your highest return on investment yet. Based on your feedback, we’re reimagining the Vendor’s Fair to be leaner, busier, and more impactful. Our goal is simple: Maximum visibility with minimal friction. What’s changing for 2027:     •    A Focused Two-Day Schedule: We’re condensing the fair to two high-energy days to respect your time and overhead.     •    Public Access & High Traffic: Both the Vendor Fair and Open Portfolios will be free and open to the public, driving local foot traffic directly to your tables.     •    Integrated Programming: We are scheduling dedicated overlap with Open Portfolio sessions to ensure a captive audience of printmakers is always in the room. We want your voice in the room. How can we make your time more valuable? Are you interested in scheduled “Product Spotlights” or partnering with artists for live demos? We would love to facilitate the connections to make your attendance at Confluence truly memorable and worthwhile! Thank you - Myles Calvert, President / Kellie Hames, Steering Committee Chair Can’t make it? No problem. We’ll send the recording, but send us your email to ensure you’re on the list! . . . #sgci #printmaking #sgciconference2027

Please join us in welcoming Hannah Fray as a new executive board member and UK Liaison! Bio: UK Liaison - Hannah Fray is a distinguished printmaker and book artist whose career is defined by the intersection of technical mastery and professional paper conservation. Currently based in North West England, she has held significant leadership roles within the arts sector, including the management of major print studios at the Bluecoat and Liverpool John Moores University. In addition to her practice, Hannah is a dedicated educator and researcher within higher education, contributing to the global discourse on printmaking through international conferences. Her professional standing is marked by a consistent record of national and international exhibitions, most notably her recent shortlisting for the John Ruskin Prize 2024–2026. Her work has been featured in leading industry journals like Printmaking Today and Pressing Matters, and continues to advance the discipline through a unique synthesis of archival preservation and contemporary creative innovation. As well as this, Hannah has curatorial experience and has coordinated international touring printmaking exhibitions. #sgci #executiveboard #ukprintmakers #printmakingopportunity