Pace Prints is expanding its operations to Los Angeles, with plans to open a new production facility and small gallery space this fall. Unlike a standard gallery expansion, the Hollywood location will prioritize providing West Coast artists with a dedicated environment for long-term experimentation in printmaking. The move coincides with the publisher's debut at Frieze Los Angeles, featuring a roster of local and international artists including Jonas Wood and Hilary Pecis.
This expansion highlights the growing importance of prints as a resilient sector within a cooling global art market. As prices for unique paintings reach unattainable levels for many collectors, high-quality prints and multiples have seen a surge in demand due to their relative accessibility. By establishing a permanent production hub in L.A., Pace Prints is betting on the continued integration of printmaking into the primary practices of contemporary artists and the sustained interest of new collectors.