Buffalo Big Print is an independent fine art print shop and Allen Street Art is an art gallery and gift shop located in the heart of Allentown’s vibrant arts community. We specialize in supporting local artists by offering museum-quality prints, high-resolution scans, conservation grade framing, and curating unique gallery exhibitions and local art merchandise. Our small but dynamic team works closely with artists, photographers, designers, small businesses, corporate clients, and the community to promote art in everyday life.
Buffalo Big Print, a longstanding institution in Buffalo’s art scene, has been evolving. Established in 1987, the business has been a trusted provider of fine art & photography printing and custom framing for nearly 40 years, has specifically served as a
vibrant gallery space on Allen Street for nearly 25 years.
With Barrett Schwalenberg at the helm since 2016, business has grown steadily, and in 2024 the gallery space began a transformation into an independent business called Allen Street Art. This change allows the gallery to more effectively focus entirely on continuing to host exhibitions and supporting local artists as it has for decades, as well as develop new community and arts-related programming in the space.
Buffalo Big Print remains in business, located in the back of the Allen Street Art gallery at 78 Allen Street, and continuing to offer top-quality fine art and photography printing, giclée reproductions, high-resolution art scans, and conservation framing services by appointment. “While the gallery now operates as Allen Street Art, we’re still the same team and space, dedicated to art and community,” Schwalenberg stated. “This transition lets Buffalo Big Print concentrate on high-quality printing and framing while allowing Allen Street Art to grow as a creative space.”
Allen Street Art, located at 78 Allen Street, Buffalo, NY remains a thriving hub for art shows and exhibitions and will carry forward the gallery’s welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
For more information on the Allen Street Art gallery & gift shop visitallenstreetart.com or find us on social media at @AllenStreetArt. Feel free to reach out to Elle Banker, Gallery Operations Manager, info@allenstreetart.com.
Fine Art Print & Gallery Operations Internship
We are offering a hands-on Fine Art Print & Gallery Operations Internship Program designed for students and emerging creatives looking to gain real-world experience in a creative business environment. We have space for two interns and pay $16/hr.
Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to all aspects of our operations, including:
1.Art Gallery & Exhibition Support
- Assist with gallery installation and takedown. o Help plan and execute gallery openings, First Friday events, and artist receptions.
- Brainstorm promotional materials and support marketing for exhibitions via social media, newsletters, and physical signage.
2. Print Shop Production
- Learn about print processes, quality control, and artist collaboration.
- Help with order preparation and fulfillment for online and in-store sales.
3. Gift Shop & Retail Operations o Hands on customer service, sales, and merchandising experience.
- Learn POS (Point of Sale) and retail best practices.
- Support online store development and maintenance.
4. Marketing & Social Media (Optional Focus Area)
- Assist in creating social media content: photography, video, reels, and stories. o Support newsletter writing, promotions, and event outreach.
- Participate in brainstorming creative campaigns for local audiences.
Skills Gained
- Gallery operations & event planning
- Hands-on print production techniques
- Retail sales & customer service
- Social media marketing & content creation
- Small business management insights
Ideal Candidates
- Interest in art, digital printmaking, design, or retail.
- Comfortable in a collaborative, fast-paced, creative environment.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and eager to help and learn.
- Available for a minimum of 8-12 hours per week, including some evenings/weekends for events.
Perks
- Hands-on mentorship and skill-building in multiple areas.
- Opportunity to work directly with local artists.
- Flexible scheduling around academic commitments.
- Discount on shop merchandise and print shop services.
- Resume-building experience with letters of recommendation available upon successful completion.
To Apply: Please apply clicking the Handshake link that will be provided by Tuesday, June 10th, or by searching Buffalo Big Print on Handshake.
