The 2nd edition of the International Print Biennial in Łódź was a remarkable celebration of contemporary printmaking and artistic collaboration. The biennial has been a passion project since 2015, when I, together with Marcin Wydrzyński, began organizing this international printmaking event.
This year, my direct involvement in organizing the event was limited, and Marcin took the lead. He did an incredible job, ensuring that all artworks and logistics were handled seamlessly. The post-contest exhibition represents only a fraction of the exceptional prints submitted by artists from around the world.
About the Biennial
The International Print Biennial in Łódź is a biennial art exhibition that attracts printmakers globally. The process begins with online submissions, followed by a selection of artists for the second stage. Selected artists then submit original prints, which are judged by our panel of experts to determine the winners.
Organizing such an exhibition involves extensive logistics, including archiving and returning submitted artworks. While this blog won’t focus on technical details, it’s important to recognize the effort required to maintain a high-quality international printmaking event.
Exhibition Highlights
This year, the final exhibition was held at Art_Ikubator, Łódź, at Tymienieckiego 3 street. We are grateful for the support of the students of the Academy of Fine Arts in Łódź and the staff of the Museum of the Factory in Manufaktura, whose assistance made it possible to present the artworks at a professional standard.
We also want to extend our appreciation to the artists who attended the opening ceremony, particularly those who traveled from China. Meeting artists from around the world reaffirmed the unifying power of printmaking and contemporary art.
Breaking Boundaries Through Printmaking
The biennial celebrates a graphic language that transcends ethnic, religious, political, and linguistic boundaries. It reminds us that art can connect people across cultures. We hope to continue expanding this global network of printmakers and to meet again in future exhibitions, including in Chengdu, China, alongside our friend Cui Xiaohua.
photographs by Adam Marciniak / www