Open Studio’s exhibition program explores the evolving role of printmaking in contemporary art and culture. We support artists who engage with print in diverse ways, including traditional and contemporary printmaking processes, digital and analogue practices, non-Eurocentric printmaking traditions, DIY publishing, and approaches that connect print with other media.

We welcome work that considers the material, conceptual, industrial, digital, commercial, or craft-based dimensions of print, as well as approaches that explore sequencing, multiples, layering, and other expanded understandings of the medium. The exhibition program includes solo and group exhibitions and is developed through invitations, ongoing curatorial research, and artist proposals.

Open Studio is committed to equitable and inclusive programming and to supporting artists and communities that have historically experienced barriers to access and representation. Our programming considers a broad range of artistic practices, perspectives, and experiences in developing the exhibition program.

Exhibition Spaces

Main Gallery: The Main Gallery is Open Studio’s largest exhibition space and presents exhibitions by artists working with print and related practices.

Project Space: The Project Space is a smaller exhibition space adjacent to the Main Gallery and is dedicated to exhibitions by Open Studio artist members.

Vitrines: The Vitrines are display spaces located outside the studio and support installation-based projects by artists working across disciplines, with a print focus.

Artist Fees

Artists participating in Open Studio’s exhibition programming are paid artist fees in accordance with CARFAC guidelines. This includes fees for Project Space exhibitions and for single works or small-scale installations presented in the Vitrines.

Artist Proposals

Artists interested in proposing work for future exhibition programming may submit a proposal for consideration. The exhibition program is developed well in advance and primarily through invitations and ongoing curatorial research. Proposals are considered as opportunities arise and do not guarantee an exhibition opportunity.