Building on the success of its annual Atlanta Fine Art Print Fair, BLACK ART IN AMERICA™ (BAIA) is excited to announce that the event will now travel to multiple locations across the country, with Washington, D.C. as the first stop.
The D.C. edition is scheduled for October 11-13 at the Eaton Hotel, in collaboration with the March on Washington Film Festival.
The fair will feature a curated selection of works by legacy and contemporary African American printmakers, highlighting the rich tradition of African American printmaking. Renowned D.C.-based artists such as Percy Martin, Lou Stovall, Ed McCluney, James L. Wells, Sam Gilliam, and David Driskell will be showcased, alongside notable artists like Traci Mims, Jamaal Barber, Steve Prince, Robin Holder, Curlee Holton, Elizabeth Catlett, and John Biggers. This event offers art lovers and collectors a rare opportunity to explore fine art prints as a valuable asset class for their collections.
Spotlight on D.C. Artists
– Percy Martin: A respected artist and educator, Martin has been a key figure in the D.C. arts community since 1947. His allegorical printmaking explores the culture of an imaginary Bushmen people, with works in prestigious collections like the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
– Ed McCluney: A master printmaker at Printmakers Inc. at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, VA.
– David Driskell: A celebrated artist and scholar, Driskell played a pivotal role in promoting African American art nationally.
– Lou Stovall: A master printmaker known for his innovative screen printing techniques and commitment to the D.C. art scene.
The fair will also highlight contemporary artists such as Jamaal Barber, known for his dynamic exploration of identity and multiplicity through printmaking; Traci Mims, an Atlanta-based artist recognized for her diverse work addressing Black identity and social justice; and Steve Prince, whose vibrant printmaking draws on historical and cultural narratives to offer emotional and spiritual commentaries.
The Atlanta Fine Art Print Fair in D.C. will showcase hundreds of works by dozens of artists, including select pieces that have not been seen outside of private collections in over four decades. Visitors can engage with featured artists during an artist talk on Saturday, October 12, from 2-4 pm, offering insights into their creative processes and the significance of their work.
This event is free and open to the public. A portion of the proceeds from the art sales will support the March on Washington Film Festival (MOWFF) and the BAIA Foundation. MOWFF leverages the arts—film, performing, and visual—to highlight and preserve the stories of icons and foot soldiers from the Civil Rights Movement. The BAIA Foundation is committed to supporting the growth of Black artists and fostering connections between artists and communities.
Source: Black Art in America
