Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair Returns to Powerhouse Arts

The community-focused event expands its exhibitor lineup and programming for 2026.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The second edition of the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair (BFAPF) will take place April 9-12, 2026 at the Grand Hall of Powerhouse Arts in Gowanus, Brooklyn. The fair brings together a diverse range of galleries, publishers, artists, and academic printmaking departments, offering a comprehensive look at the vast field of printmaking. Expanding from the inaugural edition, the 2026 fair will feature departments from across the country, including the University of Utah and the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University.

Why it matters

The BFAPF is a rare opportunity to experience the breadth of the printmaking community, from established galleries to emerging artists and academic programs. By platforming a wide range of voices, the fair aims to elevate the medium and foster engagement with seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts alike.

The details

The fair's exhibitor lineup includes both new and returning participants, with first-time exhibitors like local Brooklyn-based 10 Grand Press, Manhattan's Petzel Gallery, D & S Fine Art Editions from France, and Neon-Eye from Houston, Texas. The Loft of Powerhouse Arts will again host self-representing artists, complemented by the Generator program that offers subsidized rates for emerging artists. The fair's programming includes daily talks, live printmaking demos, film screenings, and guided tours.

  • The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair will be held April 9–12, 2026.
  • The inaugural edition of the fair took place in spring 2025.

The players

Powerhouse Arts

A community arts organization in Gowanus, Brooklyn that is hosting the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair.

Luther Davis

The Printshop Director at Powerhouse Arts.

Brian Miller

Co-organizer of the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair, from Fine Arts Baltimore.

Ann Shafer

Co-organizer of the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair, from Fine Arts Baltimore.

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What they’re saying

“We were humbled to see the turnout and the energy of the fair's inaugural edition last spring. Strong attendance and enthusiastic sales affirmed the demand for a forum that brings together so many voices from across the print community, including those that don't traditionally participate in fairs in major markets like New York City.”

— Ann Shafer, Co-organizer, Fine Arts Baltimore (Artnet News)

“As an institution, we are committed every day to the continued growth of the Powerhouse Arts print community. We see this fair as a convening of critical voices in the print world, as a way to elevate the medium at large for seasoned purveyors, emerging printmakers, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. We acknowledge that in this competitive art market, all boats rise together.”

— Luther Davis, Printshop Director, Powerhouse Arts (Artnet News)

What’s next

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair will take place April 9-12, 2026 at Powerhouse Arts in Gowanus, Brooklyn.

The takeaway

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair is a unique platform that brings together the diverse voices of the printmaking community, from established galleries to emerging artists and academic programs. By championing the medium and fostering engagement, the fair aims to elevate printmaking for seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts alike.