Join Running With Scissors and the Print Jam print artists from the 2017-2024 years at an artist Pop Up at SPACE. Artists will have work displayed and for sale in a diverse selection of hand made prints wearables keepsakes and more. An exciting collection of the amazing print community of Greater Portland. Happening during March First Friday Art Walk.
Collective Marks: Six Years of Printmaking. The 29 oversized woodblock prints featured in this exhibition represent the work of over 50 artists from Portland’s vibrant printmaking community. Each print was pulled during the annual Steamy Summer Print Jam (or simply Print Jam) hosted by RunningWith Scissors Art Studios (RWS). Founded in 2017 by RWS owner and director Kate Anker and print and wood shop manager Carter Shappy Print Jam began as an
experiment in printing giant woodcuts carved from plywood and MDF with a 3-ton
asphalt roller. Over time it has grown into a cornerstone of Portland’s summer arts
scene fueled by community spirit a love of printmaking and a passion for
collaboration.
The event has expanded beyond live printing to include live music pop-up galleries
artist demos and the neighborhood-wide East Bayside Block Party which celebrates
the creative energy and diversity of Portland’s East Bayside community. After a
two-year hiatus due to the pandemic Print Jam made a safe and triumphant return in
2022 and approaches its seventh event this summer.
For the first time a selection of monumental prints made throughout Print Jam’s
history has been gathered in one exhibition. Collective Marks showcases the breadth
of talent and collaborative energy that defines Print Jam and oers a rare opportunity
to purchase these stunning works with proceeds supporting future Print Jam events
and programming.
PRINT SHOPS & PRINTERS
2017
Groups
Circling the Square
MECA&D
Peregrine Press
Pickwick Independent Press
RWS Art Studios
UMaine Orono
Individuals
David Wolfe
2018
Groups
Peregrine Press
Pickwick Independent Press
RWS Art Studios
UMaine Intermedia MFA
Individuals
Anna O'Sullivan
Daniel Minter
Doug Von Werssowetz
2019
Groups
MECA&D
Peregrine Press
Pickwick Independent Press
RWS Art Studios
Individuals
Alliso McKeen
Hannah Hermes
Hannah Underwood
Jenny Ibsen
2022
Groups
Peregrine Press
Pickwick Independent Press
RWS Art Studios
Individuals
Andy Jones
Anna O’Sullivan
Jaime Wing
Lucy Ericson
Nate Beasley
Norajean Ferris
2023
Groups
Peregrine Press
RWS Art Studios
Individuals
Anna O’Sullivan
Flynn Costello
Jaime Wing
Johnathan Bishop
Lucy Ericson
Nate Beasley
2024
Groups
Peregrine Press
Pickwick Independent Press
RWS Art Studios
Individuals
Anna O’Sullivan
Delaney Burns
Flynn Costello
Jaime Wing
Jenny Ibsen
Julia Starr
Lucy Ericson
Nate Beasley
*Print Jam exists thanks to many people not listed above who’ve helped carve blocks pull prints and run the event. Without them this event wouldn’t be what it is today. Thank you to all our collaborators volunteers enthusiasts and more.
Running With Scissors Art Studios is a 16000-square-foot closed-door maker space in the East Bayside neighborhood of Portland ME. RWS is a community where members share equipment ideas tools and support. Featuring clay print and wood departments facilities include private studios associate workspaces and communal areas. The studios serve over 80 artists and craftspeople working in a wide range of media with varying degrees of education and experience. All members have 24/7 access to the studios.
RWS is owned and directed by Kate Anker who has been a member since 2006. Though it is a registered LLC the business has a heavy social bottom line. That bottom line is the point. If you are interested in partnering with RWS Studios as a sponsor or event partner please contact us at [email protected]. Studio tours and meetings are available by invitation appointment and during community events. Carter Shappy is a RWS artist member the RWS Print Shop and Wood Shop Manager and the 3Ton Asphalt roller driver during Print Jam. Find his work at studioshappy.com. Visit rwsartstudios.com and follow @rwsartstudios on Instagram to connect. RWS celebrates its 22nd anniversary in 2025.
Event Venue
SPACE Gallery, 534-538 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
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