The Print Center 98th Annual International Competition

The Print Center 98th Annual International Competition now is over!

The Print Center 98th Annual International Competition: The Print Center is very pleased to announce 98th edition of it annual international competition inviting any artist using photography and/or printmaking as critical components in their work to participate.

➜ Short description

The Print Center 98th Annual International Competition now is calling for entries!

The Print Center is one of the oldest and most prestigious graphic design competitions in the United States that invites any artist using photography and/or printmaking as critical components in their work to participate. Is particularly interested in highlighting local, national and international artists who utilize photography and printmaking in new and intriguing ways, both in content and process.

Artists whose work pushes the boundaries of traditional photographic and printmaking practices are encouraged to enter. 2D and 3D works are eligible.

Work submitted must have been completed in the last 3 years. Up to 5 images may be submitted and only one submission per person is allowed.

The jurors will select a group of 25 Semifinalists and 10 Finalists.

Three of the Finalists will be selected by The Print Center’s curator to receive solo exhibitions at The Print Center (January–March 2024) along with a honorarium. Selected artists will work with Curator Jensen Bryan on the selection of works and installation design.

➜ Who may enter?

Any artist using photography and/or printmaking as critical components in their work can enter. Former Finalists and Semifinalists are eligible to apply.

➜ Prize:

A wide variety of exhibition, museum acquisition, cash and material prizes are provided by supporters of the Annual to be awarded to Semifinalists and Finalists, including:

➜ Three Solo Exhibitions at The Print Center (Finalists only)
➜ Stinnett Philadelphia Museum of Art Collection Award
➜ Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Purchase Award
➜ Art Museum of West Virginia University Purchase Award
➜ Fish/Pearce Award ($500)
➜ Callan/McNamara Award ($500)
➜ The Print Center Honorary Council Award of Excellence
➜ Print Center Gallery Store Contract
➜ Numerous additional cash and material prizes awards

➜ Entry fees:

Each entry costs $45.