Call For Art 

Print Issue #42 Juried by Jealous Curator 

Call For Art! Don't miss your chance to showcase your artwork to a global audience and influential figures in the art world. Create! Magazine is now accepting submissions for Issue #42, curated by The Jealous Curator, Danielle Krysa. This is a fantastic opportunity for artists to get their work seen by a broad audience, including artists, curators, collectors, art professionals, and art enthusiasts. We understand the importance of visibility for emerging artists, and we are dedicated to offering this platform to help you gain the recognition you deserve. Submit your artwork now for a chance to be featured in our internationally distributed print and digital issue!
 

This issue will feature the work of selected artists working in a wide array of media, disciplines and creative backgrounds. 

About Create! Magazine

Welcome to Create! Magazine, a vibrant platform that has been dedicated to uplifting and promoting the work of contemporary artists since its inception in 2013. Initially launched as Fresh Paint Magazine, we evolved into Create! Magazine in 2016 with a renewed vision: to shine a spotlight on the phenomenal talents of emerging artists across various mediums. Over the years, we have had the privilege of featuring thousands of artists worldwide, delving into the narratives, inspirations, and creative processes that fuel their work.
 

In Issue #42, artists handpicked by Danielle Krysa, aka The Jealous Curator, will not only be featured in our print and digital editions but will also gain access to our extensive global online network of over 200,000+ artists, curators, collectors, art professionals, and enthusiasts.

Create! Magazine has been honored with features by prominent media outlets such as Colossal, NYPost, Apartment Therapy, and The Jealous Curator, to name a few. Additionally, we have forged partnerships with esteemed art fairs like Art Miami, Moniker, Affordable Art Fair, and Superfine, and collaborated with renowned brands like Minted.

Our print issues can be found in our online shop and at selected independent bookstores worldwide.
 

Submit your artwork today!

GUEST CURATOR:

Danielle Krysa has a BFA in Visual Arts, and a post-grad in graphic design. She is the writer/curator behind the contemporary art site, The Jealous Curator (est.2009), and has curated art shows from Washington DC to Los Angeles, San Francisco to Toronto. Danielle creates her own artwork as well – mixed media collages which combine found images, paint, and as much humor as she can pack into each title. When she’s not in the studio, Danielle is writing books : “Creative Block”, “Collage”, and “Your Inner Critic Is A Big Jerk” were the first three, and her fourth book, “A Big Important Art Book – Now with Women”, was released in October of 2018. Danielle has also had the great pleasure of speaking at TEDx, PIXAR, Creative Mornings, CreativeLive, and was interviewed for several video segments on oprah.com.

The Jealous Curator has been featured by Oprah Magazine/oprah.com, Brain Pickings, Fast Company, Apartment Therapy, Sunset Magazine, Frankie Magazine, InsideOut Magazine, Flow Magazine, The Vancouver Sun, Glamour Paris, and more.

Eligibility

Our calls for entry are open to all artists from every country unless we have a special edition that highlights a specific topic or interest. 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. Send any questions or concerns you may have via email to info@createmagazine.com.

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 300 words each.
• Artwork does not have to be for sale.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Entry Deadline: October 15, 2023, 11:59 pm EST.

All artists will be notified of the final decision by December 30, 2023. 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 January 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 300
• Statement word limit 300

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. Artist retains full copyright of the work. Images will not be used by Create! Magazine aside from the print issue, interviews, social media posts.

Call for Art: "Fresh Paint" – Juried by Margaret Winslow, Curator of Contemporary Art, Delaware Art Museum

Create! Magazine is honored to announce a global virtual exhibition opportunity curated by the esteemed Margaret Winslow, Curator of Contemporary Art of the Delaware Art Museum. We cordially invite artists from around the world to showcase their talent and submit their work for this exhibition themed "Fresh Paint."

Theme: Fresh Paint

Create! Magazine invites contemporary artists to delve into the medium of painting in its broadest sense. What does painting signify to you? We encourage artists who experiment with paint, texture, color, and all other facets of this medium to apply to this virtual exhibition juried by a leading museum curator. While all styles and mediums are welcome, please note that Fresh Paint is not exclusively for paintings; installations, photography, and other forms of expression are also invited.
 

About Our Guest Curator

Margaret Winslow, Curator of Contemporary Art at the Delaware Art Museum.

Margaret Winslow currently resides and works in Wilmington, Delaware. She holds the dual roles of Chief Curator and Curator of Contemporary Art at the Delaware Art Museum. Previously, she curated for the Neuberger Museum of Art and The Delaware Contemporary and assisted with exhibitions for the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum. Her recent exhibitions at the Delaware Art Museum include Afro-American Images 1971: The Vision of Percy Ricks, Black Survival Guide, or How to Live Through a Police Riot, a 2018 commission by Hank Willis Thomas; Truth & Vision: 21st Century Realism; Dream Streets: Art in Wilmington 1970–1990; and Retro-Active: Performance Art from 1964–1987.

In addition to her curatorial roles, Margaret has served as an evaluator for the Headlands Center for the Arts, an adjunct faculty member at the University of Delaware, and a radio host for Art Watch on WCHE 1520 AM. She has given public presentations at venues such as the Beijing American Center in China, the College Art Association, and the Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums.

Margaret holds a BA in Art History from the University of Mary Washington and an MA in Modern and Contemporary Art, Theory, and Criticism from SUNY Purchase College.
 

About Create! Magazine

Create! Magazine was established in 2013 to address 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 with a profound commitment to bolstering emerging artists on their journey to success, striving to enhance their visibility in the art world.

This expertly curated exhibition will be accessible to viewers and collectors virtually via our website. Selected works from the show will be individually highlighted on our social media profiles: Instagram with 216k+ followers, Facebook with 55k+ followers, and Threads with 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 now offer this opportunity to our expansive international community of artists online. Our notable features include those by Monocle Radio, NYPost, Colossal, Apartment Therapy, and others.

Please note that there is a curatorial fee of $35  that goes towards supporting our community and helping provide opportunities for artists, writers, and curators. If you are unable to pay at this time, we understand and urge you to apply to our FREE blog instead. Remember that you may always submit to our blog for free using the form found on Submittable. 

ELIGIBILITY: Artists from any country are welcome to apply with works in any medium: painting, sculpture, digital, printmaking, fiber, photography, mixed media, installation, and more. The broad theme, “Fresh Paint” is open to the artist’s interpretation. 

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 Submittable form.
• Bio and statement must be under 300 words each.
• Artwork does not have to be for sale.

IMPORTANT DATES: 

Deadline: September 30, 2023

All artists will be notified of the curator’s final decisions by November 2023. If your work is selected, you will receive further information at that time. All selected work will be on display online on our virtual exhibition platform and each artist will receive a social media post. 

SUBMISSION INFORMATION:  
 

• Submission fee is $35 (non-refundable)
• The limit of submitted artworks is 10
• Bio word limit 300 Statement word limit 500    

AGREEMENT: Create! Magazine retains the privilege to feature images of the artwork on its website and social media channels. By partaking 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 employ the images outside the scope of the exhibition, interviews, or related social media promotions without obtaining explicit consent from the artist.
 

Call For Art: WILD

Group In-Person Exhibition in Philadelphia

Curated by Create! Magazine and PxP Contemporary

January 2024

Attention all artists! We are pleased to announce an open call for a curated group exhibition in Philadelphia to be held at the Paradigm Gallery Arts Building. If you are looking for an opportunity to showcase your talent, connect with other creatives, and display your art in person at a high-traffic location in the city's bustling art scene, this is the perfect chance. Our previous exhibition in this contemporary, rustic space that shines with natural light was a great success with sales and a packed house during the opening! We can’t wait for our community to come together once again. 

Submissions are open to all mediums and styles, with a size limit of 30 inches on any side including the frame. We encourage artists from any and all backgrounds to apply. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of a dynamic and diverse art exhibition in the historic Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia. In addition to being invited to showcase your work and attend an opening reception, the selected artists will benefit from extensive marketing through all of Create! Magazine's channels, reaching our global audience of 260k+ readers and followers.

Submit your work today!

Curators: Alicia Puig, CEO of PxP Contemporary and Director of Create! Magazine and Ekaterina Popova, Founder of Create! Magazine


Theme: WILD
We are seeking artists who explore nature, wilderness, and landscapes, interpreting the concept of "WILD" through various mediums such as painting, collage, sculpture, photography, and mixed media.
 

The exhibition will be held from January 5-19, 2024, and will be on view at the gallery during the first Friday and several weeks thereafter. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work to collectors, curators, writers, art consultants, and more. Create! Magazine has been supporting emerging artists since 2013, and we are excited to coordinate this event in partnership with PxP Contemporary in Paradigm's incredible gallery space. We can't wait to share your work with the greater Philadelphia arts community!


ELIGIBILITY: All artists from any country are welcome to apply with work in any medium: painting, sculpture, digital, printmaking, fiber, photography, mixed media, installation, and more. A university degree is not required to participate in our open call. Size must not exceed 30 inches on the longest side.


SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 3+ jpeg images of individual available artworks, a text document with a bio and artist statement, website or social media link, and your email address. Please see our form on Submittable below for full details. Please only submit work available for inclusion in this exhibition or have a very similar replacement if selected.


COMMISSION: 40% commission will be applied to artwork sales (60% of the sale price goes to the artist).

Artwork will remain for sale on the PxP and Create! Shop for three months after the exhibition and stored in a secure facility.


SUBMISSION FEE: $35 for 3 images of individual artworks (non-refundable*) 

*Submission fees go towards supporting our art community and helping provide opportunities for artists. There are no additional fees if selected.


SELECTED ARTISTS: If your work is selected by our guest jurors, you will have the opportunity to participate in the winter group show in Philadelphia, PA from January 5-18, 2024

25 finalists will be accepted for this exhibition. 

All artists will be notified of the final decision by mid November 2023. If your work is selected, you will receive further information about shipping, opening times and more. All selected work must arrive at the provided address by December 15, 2023


AGREEMENT
Create! Magazine reserves the right to use images of the artwork in the exhibition, on our website and social media. By submitting artwork via this call, the artist agrees to the terms outlined above. The artist is responsible for shipping of the artwork to the gallery and back (if not sold) if accepted. The artist submitting their work understands that inclusion is not guaranteed as this is a juried opportunity. Artist retains full copyright of the work. Artists are responsible for ensuring their own work for shipping or exhibition. There are no additional fees for participating if selected for this opportunity.The gallery is a secure building with 24-hour security cameras.