Erica Criss

Erica Criss is an artist, entrepreneur, and curator who is passionate about helping artists reach their career goals. In 2012, Erica received her MFA from Kent State University, completing her thesis work in fine art printmaking, specifically intaglio. Before moving to New York City in 2012 she help found Rubber City Prints (RCP), a non-profit printmaking studio located in Akron, Ohio. 

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For the past decade, Erica has worked in arts administration in NYC's non-profit art sector. From 2015-2021 she was the Operations Director of the Manhattan Graphics Center (MGC), a fine art printmaking studio in Midtown Manhattan. There she had the opportunity to curate dozens of printmaking exhibitions, most notably, the NY International Miniature Print Exhibition and Print Effect: Small Works/Big Impact. 

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In September of 2021, Erica launched CRISS Collaborations with the goal of offering artists a steppingstone between emerging and professional status.  She collaborates with each artist, guiding them through the presentation and identification of their work. Specific areas of focus include; Artist Statements, Building Credibility & Online Presence, CV Building: Exhibition & Curatorial Opportunities (Group & Solo), Portfolio Development, Marketing & Branding, Audience Identification, and Representation.