Excursions

Adventures in Printmaking!

Come take a trip with us! SGCI is embracing our new biennial conference schedule and offering our members new ways to satisfy the itch to travel among their print peers from around the world. 

A group of people gathered around the etching press at Hello Print Friend Studio surrounded by large windows letting in lots of natural light.
Reinaldo Gil Zambrano works on a litho plate at Hello Print Friend Studio with students photographing his process

Printmaking in Chiang Mai

May 31st- June 6th, 2026

Chiang Mai is a city rich in culture, home to over 300 Buddhist temples, famous cuisine, and more than a dozen print studios producing world-class artwork. Hello Print Friend Studio and SGCI are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to experience it all through our immersive printmaking tours. Limited to 20 participants, these intimate excursions are a unique opportunity to expand your artistic practice.

Cost for one week excursion

Early Bird until 1 Feb 2026: $3,000 USD
Early Bird 2 person (shared room) : $5,600 USD

Price per person after 1 Feb 2026: $3,300 USD

Want to stay an extra week to print in the studio? Please reach out to Hello Print Friend Studio for pricing.

Included:

  • Your accommodations at a 4-star hotel

  • Daily breakfasts, lunches, and most dinners

  • All transportation for programmed activities and to and from the airport

  • Personal assistant and Thai-English speaking local guide throughout the trip

  • Photos and video by a professional photographer to capture your experience

  • Exclusive access into Chiang Mai’s art scene with curated visits, talks, and studio tours

  • Unlimited data SIM card for the duration of your stay available as physical and e-sim

Extra Experiences

Optional activities like Thai cooking class, ancient ceramic village, or a local food tour.

 

Info Sessions

Are you ready to hop aboard this adventure? Learn more and get your questions answered!
20 August 2025 |
8:30pm(EDT) / 5:30pm(PDT)
21 January 2026 | 8:30pm(EDT) / 5:30pm(PDT)

Note: Preregistering for one of the Info Sessions is also an indication you would like to be contacted about signing up for the trip.