10 by 10 by 10 print exchange: an antidote to doom-scrolling — PCANZ Members’ Project 2025
Facilitator:
Nicki Frances
Concept:
Participants will create and submit 10 prints of 10 cm by 10 cm size centred on 14 cm by 14 cm paper. These can be printed as an edition or as 10 unique prints. It’s up to you!
In exchange, you’ll receive 10 different prints from 10 members across Aotearoa. We’ll also exhibit copies of the prints on the PCANZ website in a virtual exhibition.
Theme:
The theme for this exchange is: “An antidote to doomscrolling” – meaning we are looking for joyful, upbeat, exuberant printmaking to share and cheer us all up in these worrying times.
Timeline:
You have from now until 31 October 2025 to produce and submit your prints.
What you’ll need to do:
1. Let Nicki know you’d like to participate (email nxfrances@gmail.com or text 027 8911 338).
2. Produce 10 prints of 10 cm by 10 cm size centred on 14 cm by 14 cm on a good-quality paper, card or material.
3. Include your name, region, and the printing method on the back of each print. If your work has a title, you can add this too. You’re also welcome to add your social media IDs.
4. Mail the prints with a self-addressed bag/envelope with pre-paid postage to Nicki before 31 October 2025 (address provided below).
What happens next:
After 31 October 2025, you’ll receive 10 random prints from printmakers around the country.
The images will also be displayed in a virtual exhibition on the PCANZ website. They may also be shared through PCANZ social media and the quarterly newsletter. Note: if you submit 10 unique prints, we will select one for the exhibition.
Where to send your prints:
Nicki Frances
48 Titiro Moana Road
Korokoro
Lower Hutt 5012
Cost:
There’s no enrolment fee for participating. Each participant will cover the cost of materials and their two postage fees.
Completion of project and print submission:
Send your prints to Nicki by 31 October 2025.