What are artist trading cards?
Artist trading cards (ATCs) are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Artists create, trade and collect art at organized “swap” events, either in person or online. The only official rule for ATCs is the size: 2.5" x 3.5".
How did the movement start? In 1997, M. Vanci Stirnemann, a Swiss artist, created 1200 cards by hand as part of an exhibit. On the last day, he invited others to create their own cards and trade with him during the closing reception. The movement took off, and today, there are ATC swaps in almost every major city around the world.
The 5th graders have begun their unit of Artist's Trading Cards. They have chosen a theme for their cards and are creating a series of cards based on that theme. We will schedule a trading meet once cards are completed.
How did the movement start? In 1997, M. Vanci Stirnemann, a Swiss artist, created 1200 cards by hand as part of an exhibit. On the last day, he invited others to create their own cards and trade with him during the closing reception. The movement took off, and today, there are ATC swaps in almost every major city around the world.
The 5th graders have begun their unit of Artist's Trading Cards. They have chosen a theme for their cards and are creating a series of cards based on that theme. We will schedule a trading meet once cards are completed.