Create! Magazine is honored to announce a global virtual exhibition opportunity curated by Jenna Geiger and Keith VanPelt of Deep Space Gallery. We cordially invite artists from around the world to showcase their talent and submit their work for this exhibition with the theme of "Poetics of Space."

Theme: Poetics of Space

Create! Magazine is excited to invite contemporary artists to submit work that explores the open-ended theme of space. We welcome your interpretation of what space means to you, including abstract, representational, and conceptual work that explores interiors, nature, and more.

Prizes Include:

• First place: An interview featured in the print edition of Create! Magazine.
• Second place: An online interview featured on Create! Magazine's platform.
• Third place: A free subscription to Create! Magazine's digital edition.

About Our Guest Curators

Deep Space Gallery is a hyperlocal gallery with an international presence. Founded in 2016, Deep Space Gallery is run by curators Jenna Geiger and Keith VanPelt. The gallery hosts solo and group exhibitions year-round, featuring the work of ultra-contemporary emerging and mid-career artists, both outsider and formally trained, based locally, nationally, and internationally.

Operating out of a two-level space on the industrial edge of Bergen Hill in Jersey City's Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood, Deep Space also works with small businesses in other parts of the city and beyond to expand the presence of art into non-traditional spaces. The gallery is committed to an art-for-all vision, integrating the language of visual art into daily life.

Deep Space has staged multi-artist immersive installations at Spring/Break Art Fair during NYC’s annual Armory Week and participated in FOUNDATIONS Winter 2024, hosted by the Artsy platform. The gallery was also invited to exhibit in PERSONAL STRUCTURES 2024: Beyond Boundaries during the 60th annual Venice Biennale. With a robust online presence, Deep Space cultivates a network without geographic limitations, fostering relationships through an inclusive and interconnective community ethos.

About Create! Magazine

Established in 2013, Create! Magazine addresses the need for emerging artists to showcase their work. Through collaborations with prominent galleries, art fairs, curators, and professionals in the art world, we have evolved into a formidable platform committed to supporting emerging artists and enhancing their visibility.

This expertly curated exhibition will be accessible to viewers and collectors virtually via our website. Works from the show will also be individually highlighted on our social media channels, including Instagram (240k+ followers), Facebook (55k+ followers), and Threads (19k+ followers).

Create! Magazine has collaborated with esteemed partners such as Art Miami Fairs, Affordable Art Fair, The Jealous Curator, Showfields NYC, and more. We have curated exhibitions in national universities and galleries and are thrilled to offer this opportunity to our expansive international community of artists online. Our notable features include Monocle Radio, NYPost, Colossal, and Apartment Therapy.

Eligibility

Artists from any country are welcome to apply with works in any medium, including painting, sculpture, digital, printmaking, fiber, photography, mixed media, installation, and more. The broad theme, "Poetics of Space," is open to interpretation.

Requirements

• Artists may submit up to 10 individual pieces of work for consideration.
• Ensure high-quality images, recommended at 300 dpi jpeg.
• Upload artwork images and bio directly to the Submittable form.
• Bio and statement must be under 300 words each.
• Artwork does not have to be for sale and can be previously published or exhibited.

Important Dates

• Deadline: July 30, 2024
• All artists will be notified of the curator’s final decisions by the end of August 2024. If your work is selected, you will receive further information at that time. All selected work will be displayed online on our virtual exhibition platform, and each artist will receive a social media post.

Submission Information

• Submission fee: $35 (non-refundable)
• Limit of submitted artworks: 10
• Bio word limit: 300
• Statement word limit: 300

Agreement

Create! Magazine retains the privilege to feature images of the artwork on its website and social media channels. By participating in this submission, the artist acknowledges and agrees to the stipulated terms. While the artist retains full copyright over their work, Create! Magazine will not use the images outside the scope of the exhibition, interviews, or related social media promotions without explicit consent from the artist.

Call For Art: EIGHT - Anniversary Issue

Create! Magazine Issue #48 Juried by The Create! Magazine Team

Create! Magazine is thrilled to announce the call for entries for Create! Magazine’s issue #48, our eighth anniversary issue.

Guest Curators

• Ekaterina Popova: Artist, Founder of Create! Magazine, Coach, and Entrepreneur
• Alicia Puig: CEO of PxP Contemporary, Director of Create! Magazine, and Arts Writer
• Christina Nafziger: Curator, Editor of Create! Magazine, and Arts Writer

As an artist, you know how important it is to get your work in front of new audiences, curators, and leaders in the art world, which is why we are so passionate about creating these opportunities to help you do just that. We are incredibly grateful to have had your support over the past eight years. Your dedication and enthusiasm have madeCreate! Magazinea thriving community for emerging artists. By submitting your work, you not only gain visibility and recognition but also become part of a vibrant network of like-minded creatives. Selected artists will benefit from a two-page spread in the print issue, a dedicated blog post, and a social media post, ensuring your work reaches a broad and engaged audience. This issue is our way of celebrating your talent and commitment to the arts, and we are excited to continue this journey with you.

What is Create! Magazine?

Originally founded in 2013 as Fresh Paint Magazine, the publication rebranded to Create! Magazine in 2016 to showcase the incredible talent of emerging artists in contemporary arts working across a variety of media. Since then, we’ve highlighted thousands of artists from across the globe, sharing not only what they create but also the meaning, inspiration, and stories behind what they do.

Our magazine has been featured by leading media outlets, including Colossal, Apartment Therapy, and The Jealous Curator, among others. Over the years, we have partnered with global art fairs including Art Miami, Moniker, Affordable Art Fair, and Superfine, and collaborated with brands such as Minted.

Print issues are available in our online shop and at select independent bookstores worldwide.

Eligibility

Our calls for entry are open to all artists from every country. All styles and media are welcome. There are no educational requirements to apply to the open calls. Open Theme.

Submission Information

You must complete the application via this form to be eligible for this opportunity. Please read the format requirements carefully to avoid errors with the form. FAQ: https://www.createmagazine.com/faq-submission

Requirements

• Artists may submit up to 10 individual (different artworks) pieces of work for consideration.
• Artists must ensure high quality of images, and we recommend 300 dpi jpeg.
• Artwork images and bio must be uploaded directly to the form.
• Bio and statement must be under 250 words each.
• Art does not have to be for sale.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• Entry Deadline: July 30, 2024, 11:59 pm EST.
• All artists will be notified of the final decision by August 30, 2024. If your work is selected, you will receive further information at that time.
• All selected work will be included in the print issue due by the end of 2024. Artists will have an opportunity to review their spread and make edits if necessary before print. All selected artists will receive a complimentary digital edition.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION:

• Submission fee is $35 for 3 images (non-refundable)
• The limit of submitted artworks is 10
• Bio word limit 250
• Statement word limit 250

BENEFITS:

• Visibility and Support: Gain visibility and support by featuring your artwork in a globally recognized publication and website, including a two-page spread in the print issue, a dedicated blog post, and a social media post.
• Professional Connections: Connect with influential curators, writers, and leaders in the art world, enhancing your resume and expanding your professional network.
• Support Independent Publishing: Contribute to and support an independent, artist-run publication dedicated to promoting emerging artists.

AGREEMENT

Create! Magazine reserves the right to use images of the artwork on its website and social media. By submitting artwork via this call, the artist agrees to the terms outlined above. The artist submitting their work understands that inclusion is not guaranteed as this is a juried opportunity. The artist retains full copyright of the work. Images will not be used by Create! Magazine aside from the print issue, interviews, and social media posts.

"Studio Sundays" Series by Create! Magazine: Share Your Creative Space

Welcome to the "Studio Sundays" series, brought to you by Create! Magazine. We invite artists to open the doors to their creative spaces and reveal the heart of their process. Each month, we handpick several inspiring studio spaces to showcase on our platform.

Discover the places where imagination comes to life, from cozy corners to professional studios and even the kitchen tables where art is born. Join us on a journey through these unique spaces, accompanied by the artists' exceptional work and stories.

This series is a celebration of creativity and an exploration of the environments that nurture it. We invite you to immerse yourself in the world of "Studio Sundays" and be inspired by the diversity of artistic spaces within our vibrant community.

Online Submission Guidelines For Artists

• Submission Eligibility: Create! Magazine welcomes submissions from artists, makers, designers, and more.
• How to Submit: Please send your work through the form below to be considered for a feature.
• Benefits of Being Featured: Published artists will receive promotion on our website and featured spots on our social media platforms.

• Submission Requirements:
  
  1. 5-10 JPEG Images: Provide high-quality images of your work.
  2. Website or Social Media Links: Include links to your website or social media profiles.
  3. Written Bio and/or Statement: Share a brief biography and/or an artist statement.
  4. Studio, Process, and Materials Images: Showcase your studio, creative process, and the materials you use.
  5. A Headshot: Include a professional headshot of yourself.

  
  

• Notification: Due to the high volume of submissions, artists will only be notified if their work is accepted. Notifications will be sent via email or by tagging artists on social media.

• AGREEMENT: By submitting artwork via this call, the artist agrees to the following terms:
  
  • Create! Magazine reserves the right to use images of the artwork on its website and social media.
  • Inclusion is not guaranteed as this is a juried opportunity.
  • The artist retains full copyright of the work.
  • Images submitted will only be used by Create! Magazine for interviews and social media posts.