Organizer Information:

Little Death is a Maine-based curatorial team led by Katia Dermott and Micah Sanders. With a specific emphasis on showcasing lesser-known and emerging artists, the team organizes non-traditional, community-oriented events and exhibitions. They aim to foster connections across mediums, backgrounds, and locations.

Title & Description:

Sign-ups are now open for the 2026 International Print Swap + Exhibition.

Now in its third year, this event is a community-building initiative that invites artists from around the world to discover and connect with one another. For the 2026 iteration, Little Death is introducing a non-juried, all-accepted exhibition in Maine, alongside a small juried publication.

How it works: The core concept is "Give a print, get a print." After sign-ups close, every participant is assigned a recipient (Person A sends to Person B, etc.). You pack and ship your work directly to your assigned recipient.

What counts as a "print"? The term is used very loosely. Any 2D work suitable for display on a wall is accepted, whether it is an original work of art or a replicable medium.

Category:

Visual Arts / 2D Media (Painting, drawing, photography, monoprinting, mixed media, textile, etc.).

Eligibility:

  • Who: Open to artists worldwide (International).

  • Scope: Open to all levels; the exhibition component is non-juried and all-accepted.

  • Shipping: Participants can dictate whether they are willing to ship domestically or internationally.

Program Benefits:

  • Exchange: Receive a piece of art from another participating artist.

  • Exhibition: Opportunity to participate in a Maine-based exhibition.

  • Publication: Chance to be selected for a small juried publication.

  • Community: Connect with a global network of artists.

Application Fee:

Free.

Program Costs:

  • Shipping: The only cost to participate is the price of postage to ship your print to your assigned recipient.

Application Requirements:

To participate, artists must complete the online sign-up form.

  • Work: Prepare a 2D work (original or replicable) to send.

  • Logistics: You will receive your recipient's details via email after sign-ups close. Customizing the package (e.g., adding a note) is encouraged.

How to Apply?

Complete the sign-up form.

Key Dates:

  • Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.

Location:

Maine, USA (Exhibition) / Global (Print Swap).