Annual Member Print Exchange!
The Annual Member Print Exchange is an un-juried, open themed print exchange open to all current members of Second State Press.
This year’s exchange celebrates fifteen years of printmaking at Second State Press.
Exchange prints will be on view at our Annual Art Auction & Party on December 13th, 2025.
The Annual Member Print Exchange is an exciting tradition that celebrates the incredible talent and creativity within our member base. This event is a fantastic way to share your work, collaborate with other members and create lasting connections within the Philadelphia art community.
Eligibility: Participation is open to all current members of Second State Press. If you are not a member or need to renew, you may register or renew here!
Edition Size: The size of the edition is 22 prints. Please remember to sign and number your prints in pencil.
Paper Size: 8x10 inches.
Medium: Original work in any printed medium(s) (e.g. serigraphy, etching, lithography, intaglio, relief, etc.) is accepted. Purely digital prints will not be accepted, but incorporating digital printing into your hand pulled prints is welcome. Risograph prints are welcome. Prints may incorporate borders or be a bleed, but please only submit prints that fit the 8×10 inches requirement. Other sizes will not be eligible for the exchange. Prints must include 22 sheets of glassine slightly smaller than 8×10 inches.
Drop off Date: Prints must be at Second State Press by Sunday, November 23rd.
Exhibition: Each artist will receive an exchange portfolio of 20 prints made by other SSP members. The first print from the edition will be auctioned off to support SSP and the second print will remain in our permanent collection. Prints will be on exhibition at our Annual Party. Please allow four to six weeks for your set of prints from the exchange. You will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up or mailed for a fee.
RSVP: Participating artists must fill out this RSVP form by October 20th (DEADLINE EXTENDED!)