The California Society of Printmakers (CSP) is a non-profit 501(c) arts organization which promotes the practice and apprecia ... tion of fine art contemporary printmaking in the West. Our mission is to support both the integrity of traditional printmaking and provide a home for artists exploring new directions in contemporary print methods. CSP is the oldest printmaking organization in the nation. Originally founded in 1912 as the California Society of Etchers, it reflected a surge of printmaking activity in the West during the early part of the century. In 1968 the California Society of Etchers merged with the Bay Area Printmakers to form the present California Society of Printmakers. Currently, the CSP has a membership of nearly 250 artists, and welcomes new members each spring and fall. Though the majority of our members live and work in Northern California, membership is open to printmakers throughout the world. The California Printmaker is the official journal of the California Society of Printmakers, Published annually and available free through MagCloud. Visit CSP website for links. read more