Atlanta Print Biennial

The Atlanta Print Biennial is an international juried exhibition, open to all artists working in hand-pulled printmaking processes. The exhibit is organized by Atlanta Printmakers Studio and hosted by Kai Lin Art, a contemporary art gallery located in the vibrant Westside District of Midtown Atlanta, GA.  

This year’s juror is Miranda K. Metcalf. Metcalf holds a B.A. from the University of Washington in Philosophy and an M.A. from the University of Arizona in Art History, focusing on printmaking. After graduating, she became the Director of Contemporary Printmaking at Davidson Galleries in Seattle, Washington. In 2017 she moved to Sydney, Australia, where she worked with the world-renowned Cicada Press at the University of New South Wales. After two years Down Under, she relocated to Bangkok, Thailand, to take a director position at S.A.C. Gallery. She returned to the United States in 2021 and is a freelance writer, podcaster, and director of the month-long printmaking festival Print Santa Fe. Her podcast Hello, Print Friend is the longest-running print-centric podcast, with over 200 episodes featuring artists from thirty countries. When not working, she is gazing adoringly at her two Thai street dogs, which now live with her in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

ENTRY DEADLINE: May 24, 2023
 
SUBMISSIONS GUIDELINES:

• All submissions must be made online via callforentry.org.
• The Atlanta Print Biennial is open to all artists over the age of 18 working in print media.
• A non-refundable entry fee of $35 allows artists to submit up to 3 entries on callforentry.org. Up to 4 additional entries can be submitted for $5 each. Atlanta Printmakers Studio members receive a $10 discount.
• Contact info@AtlantaPrintmakersStudio.org for the coupon code or to become a member.
• Please make sure that submitted images are clear, professionally presented, and accurately represent the work.
• Work must incorporate at least one hand-pulled printmaking process. No exclusively digital prints or photographs will be accepted.
• Framed measurements may not exceed 30 inches in any direction.
• Entry deadline is May 24th at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (MT).

 
ACCEPTED ENTRIES:

• Artists will be notified of their selection by June 9, 2023.
• Accepted work will be exhibited at Kai Lin Art and must remain on display for the duration of the exhibition.
• Any work that differs significantly from the entry images or suffers from poor presentation will be disqualified.
• All work must be professionally framed, wired and ready to hang. Shipped work must use plexi, no glass. Atlanta Printmakers Studio and Kai Lin Art have the right to refuse any work that is too fragile or not properly ready for display.
• By submitting artwork, the artist agrees that images of selected artwork and the submitted text can be used by Atlanta Printmakers Studio and Kai Lin Art for promotions and publications.

 
DELIVERY:

• All work should be received between July 3-8, 2023 and be ready to install.
• Artwork may be hand delivered or shipped via common carrier to Kai Lin Art.
  If shipping work, do not require a signature receipt as this will delay delivery.
• Artwork will be available for pick up or return shipping beginning September 1, 2023.
• All shipping and insurance costs are the responsibility of the artist. Return shipping must be paid for and arranged by the artist. Atlanta Printmakers Studio or Kai Lin Art does not provide shipping insurance.
• Each work must have a label attached to the back that includes name, phone, email, title, price, and media. Value listed on CaFÉ should be the retail amount of the final framed print that the gallery will use to sell the artwork.
• Please pack securely with reusable bubble wrap and cardboard. No styrofoam peanuts.
• Hand deliveries accepted July 6-7 (12-6pm) and July 8 (12-1pm).
• Detailed Shipping/Delivery instructions will be sent to accepted artists.

AWARDS:  
Prizes and purchase awards will be announced during the opening reception on July 14, 2023.
 
SALES:
Sales will be encouraged. Artists will receive 50% of retail price, consigned with Kai Lin Art.
 
CALENDAR:
May 24: Entry Deadline
June 9: Notifications sent via CaFÉ
July 3 – 8: Artwork due at Kai Lin Art
July 14 – August 25: Exhibition Dates
July 14: Opening reception 
September 1: Artwork ready for return

The Atlanta Printmakers Studio (APS) was established in 2005 to support the fine art of printmaking in metro Atlanta. Founders envisioned an organization that would provide a well-equipped printmaking studio for local artists as well as raise the awareness of printmaking as an art form.  Atlanta Printmakers Studio provides a full range of vital and unique services and programs for artists and the general public. Members rent time in the professional studio for a fee. APS offers seasoned artists and novices alike opportunities to enroll in a range of printmaking classes and workshops. Besides activity in the studio, APS has developed a continuing calendar of outreach events to serve the local community. Each year programing has grown as we’ve added annual artist residencies, student scholarships, collectors prints, artist exchanges and an increasing number of exhibitions. We have received support for our programs from the Fulton County Arts Council, the Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs, Georgia Council for the Arts, the Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund, LUBO Fund, Sara Giles Moore Foundation, and many generous private donors. We welcome all artists and the general public to join us in creating, learning about, and collecting fine art prints. 

MISSION:  The mission of the Atlanta Printmakers Studio is to nurture the practice of printmaking as an original art form among professional artists and everyone who wants to learn. APS exists to provide studio space and equipment for artist renters and offers classes, workshops, community outreach, residencies, internships, and exhibitions in order to enhance the understanding of and appreciation for fine art printmaking.

Application Requirements

• All submissions must be made online via callforentry.org.
• A non-refundable entry fee of $35 allows artists to submit up to 3 entries on callforentry.org. Up to 4 additional entries can be submitted for $5 each. Atlanta Printmakers Studio members receive a $10 discount.
• Contact info@AtlantaPrintmakersStudio.org for the coupon code or to become a member.
• Please make sure that submitted images are clear, professionally presented, and accurately represent the work.
• Entry deadline is May 24th at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (MT).

Eligibility Criteria

• The Atlanta Print Biennial is open to all artists over the age of 18 working in print media.
• Work must incorporate at least one hand-pulled printmaking process. No exclusively digital prints or photographs will be accepted.
• Framed measurements may not exceed 30 inches in any direction.