In addition to being a space for the distribution of artists’ books, Printed Matter has a rich history as a publishing imprint, drawing inspiration from Seth Siegelaub’s International General of the late 60s/early 70s. Early publications included artists' books by Kathy Acker, Guerrilla Art Action Group, Nancy Holt, Douglas Huebler, Ellen Lanyon and Eve Sonneman. The five pictured here are the only titles from the original series that remain in stock—Service: A Trilogy on Colonization by Martha Rosler is a facsimile reprint of the 1978 first edition. View TableRare & Historical Artists' Books and Magazines

This collection includes rare and historical artists’ books published in the years just before and after Printed Matter’s founding. Featured items include issues of alternative artists’ magazines Art-Rite, the Vito Acconci & Bernadette Mayer-edited 0 to 9, and the oversized newsprint format X Magazine from Collaborative Projects (Colab). Additional early works are from Vancouver-based Image Bank collective and Scotland’s Weproductions (Helen Douglas and Telfer Stokes), among other gems. View Table

COVID-19 Resources for Artists, Freelancers, and Independent Publishers
Printed Matter has compiled this list of resources for artists, freelancers, and publishers affected by COVID-19. This includes grant applications, support opportunities, and general resources during this difficult time. Learn More.Printed Matter, Inc.
Printed Matter, Inc. is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1976 by artists and art workers with the mission to foster the appreciation, dissemination, and understanding of artists’ books and other artists’ publications.