Image: Yoshiaki Murakami, Japan, “Pop-up Book”, Lithograph, 2026

10th Biennial FOOTPRINT International Exhibition

LOCATION: Grace Ross Shanley Gallery

The Biennial FOOTPRINT International Competition showcases current trends in contemporary printmaking within the unique constraint of the one square foot (12” x 12”) format. Though now embraced by contemporary artists, the square composition was historically uncommon in art and presents distinct creative challenges in balance, structure, and visual expression. Within these precise dimensions, artists are challenged to create compelling and original works that push the boundaries of printmaking. Juried by Amé Bell, Gallery Director of David Krut Projects in Johannesburg, South Africa, the exhibition highlights contemporary innovation in printmaking from artists around the world.

All fine-art printmaking mediums are represented in the exhibition, including woodcut, intaglio, lithography, screenprint, monotype, and original digital media. For the 2026 competition, Dr. Bell reviewed 360 submissions from artists across the globe and selected 90 prints for inclusion in the exhibition.

The exhibition will be on view from June 7 – August 30, 2026.