Demystify the print industry with Clara Lieu (Art Prof) and Ann Shafer (Platemark) as they map out a "who’s who" of curators, gallerists, academics, and publishers. Learn how to approach these gatekeepers with confidence through a series of professional insights and tips designed to help artists find their place in the printmaking ecosystem.

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Clara Lieu is the founder of Art Prof, an online educational platform for learning visual arts.
Artist grants include ones from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation and the Puffin Foundation. Her work has been exhibited at the International Print Center New York, the Danforth Museum of Art, the Currier Museum of Art, and the Davis Museum and Cultural Center.
She spent 16 years in academia teaching at the Rhode Island School of Design, Wellesley College, the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, and Lesley University. For 7 years she taught at RISD Project Open Door, an art program for underserved teens in Providence public schools.
She has written for the New York Times, and lectures widely.  Her work has been profiled on WBUR, Artsy, Hyperallergic, Inside Higher Ed, WCVB’s Chronicle, and KPCC. She provided expertise on articles for NPR Weekend Edition and The Washington Post.

‍Ann Shafer is an independent curator, organizer of the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair, and creator and host of Platemark, the popular podcast dedicated to the world of prints and the printmaking ecosystem. A former curator at the Baltimore Museum of Art, Ann has spent her career immersed in the print ecosystem, organizing major exhibitions and building significant collections. She is currently editing a definitive multi-author volume on the history and legacy of Atelier 17, bridging the gap between mid-century modernism and contemporary practice. Through her scholarship and her insightful interviews on Platemark, Ann has become a vital connector for artists, curators, and collectors, offering a rare 360-degree view of how the print world functions from the inside out.

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Please note seating is first-come, first-served. Plan to arrive early to secure your seat(s).
We provide live-captioning services and ASL interpreters at every conversation over the weekend.

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Grabando Oaxaca
2024, 20 mins

This documentary takes viewers on a captivating exploration of Oaxaca, Mexico, a globally recognized hot spot for the art of printmaking.

The film delves into the region’s deep-rooted traditions, tracing the development of printmaking from its historical origins to its rise in global prominence and the key role of the APPO movement in this evolution. Through interviews with contemporary influential figures, we uncover how Oaxaca became a world-renowned epicenter for the art form.

The documentary showcases the current vibrant scene, highlighting the work of contemporary artists and their contributions to the evolving medium. As we journey through studios, galleries, archives, and collectives, the film reflects on the hopes and aspirations of artists for the future of printmaking in Oaxaca, emphasizing the importance of preserving its rich cultural heritage while embracing innovation. Through stunning visuals and personal stories, Grabando Oaxaca offers a comprehensive look at the past, present, and future of this celebrated artistic tradition.

Produced with support from The Institute for Electronic Arts at Alfred University, The National Endowment for the Arts, The New York State Council on the Arts, The Schein-Joseph Endowment, Gonzaga University, and Hello Print Friend Studios.

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Stay tuned for more information on the featured panelists.

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Please note seating is first-come, first-served. Plan to arrive early to secure your seat(s).
We provide live-captioning services and ASL interpreters at every conversation over the weekend.

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Calling all print nerds! Start your Friday at the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair with a caffeine boost and great conversation.

Join Ann Shafer (Platemark), Miranda Metcalf (Hello, Print Friend), and Reinaldo Gil Zambrano (Hello, Print Friend) for an informal BYO-coffee meetup at 10:00 am before the doors open at 11:00. It’s the perfect chance to talk shop about the printmaking ecosystem with fellow print people before heading into the fair!