An Essential Guide to Navigating New York City Print Week

# Exploring Print Week in New York City: A Guide to Events and Exhibitions

New York City’s Print Week returns with a series of exhibitions, artist talks, panel discussions, and fairs spanning Manhattan and Brooklyn. From centuries-old classics by Albrecht Dürer and Rembrandt to contemporary masterpieces by artists such as Amy Sherald and Kiki Smith, this year’s lineup showcases a wealth of printmaking across different eras and styles. With the International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA) Print Fair as its anchor, Print Week also introduces new events, including the debut Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair.

Here’s a guide to the must-see print-centric events over the coming days.

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## **IFPDA Print Fair**
📍 *March 27–30 | [fineartprintfair.org](https://fineartprintfair.org)*
📍 *Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue, Manhattan*

The IFPDA Print Fair, a yearly event since 1991, is the largest gathering of print dealers, galleries, and artists. This year’s fair features 75 exhibitors, rare print collections, and a highlight exhibit of historical works from artists like Rembrandt and Dürer. Notable showcases include a presentation from the Black Women of Print collective, Jeffrey Gibson prints from the Tamarind Institute, and a special Mickalene Thomas installation.

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## **Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair**
📍 *March 27–30 | [brooklynprintfair.org](https://www.brooklynprintfair.org/)*
📍 *Powerhouse Arts, 322 Third Ave, Brooklyn*

A new addition to Print Week, the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair brings together independent artists, publishers, and university print programs under one roof. Special programming includes guided tours, demonstrations, and artist discussions. A stand-out event is *”Reimagining Du Bois: Data Portraits and Contemporary Print”*, presented by artist William Villalongo and urbanist Shraddha Ramani.

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## **Krishna Reddy: Heaven in a Wildflower**
📍 *January 23–May 21 | [printcenternewyork.org](https://www.printcenternewyork.org/krishna-reddy)*
📍 *Print Center New York, 535 West 24th Street, Manhattan*

This exhibition explores pioneering Indian printmaker Krishna Reddy’s revolutionary viscosity printing technique, presenting over 50 vibrantly layered prints alongside sculpture, tools, and archival materials that offer a deeper look into his artistic process.

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## **Dynamic Duos: The Art of Working in Pairs**
📍 *March 22–August 2 | [nypl.org](https://www.nypl.org/events/exhibitions/dynamic-duos-preview)*
📍 *Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, 476 5th Ave, Manhattan*

New York Public Library’s exhibit spotlights the collaborative nature of printmaking, showcasing pieces by artistic duos spanning four centuries. The exhibition is structured around joint artistic identities, highlighting works by influential partnerships like Gilbert & George.

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## **Black Artists in Mexico – Panel Discussion**
📍 *March 29, 2PM | [fineartprintfair.org](https://www.fineartprintfair.org/programming-march2025)*
📍 *Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue, Manhattan*

This panel discussion dives into the contributions of Black artists in Mexico, particularly focusing on Elizabeth Catlett and John Wilson. Moderated by curator Jennifer Farrell, the talk features Leslie King-Hammond, Lizzetta LeFalle-Collins, Kimberli Gant, and Dalila Scruggs, who will explore the artists’ work with the Taller de Gráfica Popular print collective.

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## **Metal Imprint: A Fusion of Print and Music**
📍 *March 29, 5PM–Midnight | [guttenbergarts.org](https://www.guttenbergarts.org/metalimprint)*
📍 *King Killer Studios, 69 2nd Ave, Brooklyn*

Blending art with music, *Metal Imprint* merges a print fair with live heavy metal performances, live tattooing, and a special “cardboard robot showdown.” The event, co-organized by Guttenberg Arts and Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop, welcomes printmakers and musicians alike.

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## **Conversation: Josh Smith & Valpuri Remling**
📍 *March 28, 4:30PM | [davidzwirner.com](https://www.davidzwirner.com/)*
📍 *David Zwirner, 34 East 69th Street, Manhattan*

Renowned artist Josh Smith will join master printer Valpuri Remling from the Tamarind Institute for a talk on their collaborative projects. Hosted at David Zwirner