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Derrick Adams' Seven-Year Print Collaboration with Tandem Press Published

publication · 2026-05-04

A new hardcover book titled 'Derrick Adams: Prints' documents the artist's seven-year collaboration with Tandem Press at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, set for release on May 5. The publication features over 20 prints produced since 2019, showcasing Adams' bold geometric aesthetic and commitment to depicting Black joy, rest, and leisure. It includes poetry inspired by his work, an essay on his practice, and an interview with behind-the-scenes photos. At Tandem Press, Adams experimented with complex multi-process techniques, screen printing, and created a 94-piece woodblock puzzle.

Key facts

  • Book titled 'Derrick Adams: Prints' to be released May 5
  • Documents seven-year collaboration with Tandem Press at University of Wisconsin–Madison
  • Features over 20 prints produced since 2019
  • Includes poetry, essay, and artist interview with photos
  • Adams created a 94-piece woodblock puzzle at Tandem Press
  • Highlights bold geometric aesthetic and Black joy themes
  • Adams leveraged specialized studio resources for complex techniques
  • Collaboration is Adams' longest sustained printmaking partnership

Entities

Artists

  • Derrick Adams

Institutions

  • Tandem Press
  • University of Wisconsin–Madison

Locations

  • Madison
  • United States

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