**Manitoba Printmakers Association Inc.**  

The **Manitoba Printmakers Association Inc.**, operating as **Martha Street Studio**, is a registered Canadian nonprofit organization and artist-run centre dedicated to advancing print-based arts. Established as Manitoba's sole printmaking-focused institution, it supports local, national, and international artists through education, production facilities, exhibitions, and community programs[2][5].  

### History and Mandate  
The association maintains the heritage of printmaking while fostering innovation through contemporary practices[5]. Its mandate emphasizes accessibility, collaboration, and public engagement, operating as a charitable institution to promote artistic excellence in print media[2][5].  

### Facilities and Programs  
The organization occupies a 4,000-square-foot facility divided between production spaces and administrative areas. The **Martha Street Studio** includes specialized equipment for etching, lithography, screen printing, letterpress, and digital printmaking[2][3].  

Key initiatives include:  
- **Education**: Workshops and courses for adults in techniques such as intaglio, relief printing, and digital darkroom processes[3].  
- **Exhibitions**: Regular showcases of print-based art, including solo and group exhibitions, with archives documenting past projects[2][4].  
- **Youth Outreach**: Free programs to engage young artists in printmaking[2][5].  
- **Residencies**: Hosting artists-in-residence to encourage interdisciplinary collaborations[4][5].  

### Community Impact  
The association collaborates with cultural organizations to enhance public access to print arts, emphasizing inclusivity through fully wheelchair-accessible facilities[1][2]. It operates year-round, offering open studio rentals and professional development opportunities for emerging and established artists[2][3].

[1] https://www.printmakers.mb.ca [2] https://www.travelmanitoba.com/directory/martha-street-studio-manitoba-printmakers-association/ [3] https://mb.211.ca/detail/73756640/ [4] https://artistrunalliance.org/initiatives/manitoba-printmakers/ [5] https://mb.211.ca/detail/44795406/agency/