IFPDA Art Fair Returns to Park Avenue Armory in April

The IFPDA Print Fair — A Celebration of Prints and Drawings

The esteemed IFPDA Print Fair is once again returning to the Park Avenue Armory this spring, running from April 9 to 12, 2026. Recognized as “the gold standard for fine art print collecting” by ARTnews, the fair serves as an annual gathering for print curators and collectors alike. This year, the event promises an enriched experience with 80 exhibitors and an increased emphasis on drawings, highlighting the historical and inherent relationship between drawing and printmaking.

Jenny Gibbs, Executive Director of the IFPDA and IFPDA Foundation, states, “Drawings at the IFPDA make great sense. Museums group them together because both media represent graphic thinking and the transmutation of ideas through line and pressure.” The inclusion of drawings alongside prints reflects a thoughtful approach to curatorial practice, where both art forms are celebrated for their graphic qualities and potential for idea development.

Highlighting the nuances between prints and drawings, art historian Susan Tallman observes, “Prints [and drawings] are where artists think out loud.” Monotypes, for instance, offer a unique intersection of the two media—serving as a printed drawing that captures the artist’s spontaneous ideas.

One of the standout works on display is Edgar Degas’s monotype “Dancers in Rehearsal” (c. 1874–76). The piece exemplifies Degas’s mastery over the medium, illustrating his evocative, impressionistic approach to capturing the human figure. Collectors can also look forward to renowned works such as Jasper Johns’s unique early artist’s proof of “Flag” (1967) and Paula Rego’s impactful abortion etchings, which played a role in shifting public opinion in Portugal.

The fair also expands its offering with new works like Hernan Bas’s etchings from the “Nightmare” series and Kiki Smith’s larger-than-life graphite drawing “Standing and Seated Girl” (2004). Francisco Goya’s poignant “It’s No Use Crying Out,” from “The Disasters of War” (c. 1811–12), will also be featured, offering insight into the artist’s response to historical events.

Visitors can expect more than just visual art, as the event’s robust program includes conversations with artists and curators such as Derrick Adams, Christophe Cherix, and Julie Mehretu, allowing attendees to gain deeper insights into the printmaking field.

Mark your calendars for the IFPDA Print Fair happening from April 9 to 12 at the Park Avenue Armory. For more information, visit fineartprintfair.org.