Create! Magazine is excited to announce the call for entries for Issue #49, juried by Stephanie Chefas of Chefas Projects.

Guest Curator

Stephanie Chefas, the founder of Chefas Projects, has been independently curating art exhibits for over a decade in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Now based in Portland, she continues to showcase cutting-edge and often challenging work that demands attention. Chefas Projects highlights a diverse blend of contemporary artists from around the world, with a focus on cultivating new talent and encouraging risk and evolution among established visionaries. Her passion and dedication to the arts make her an ideal curator for this issue.

About the Issue

As an artist, you know how important it is to get your work in front of new audiences, curators, and art world leaders. That's why we are committed to creating opportunities like this one. By submitting your work, you gain visibility, recognition, and 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 working across a variety of media. Since then, we’ve highlighted thousands of artists globally, sharing their creations, inspirations, and stories. Our magazine has been featured by leading media outlets such as Colossal, Apartment Therapy, and The Jealous Curator. We have partnered with art fairs like 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. The theme for this issue is open, allowing you to submit your most inspired and representative work.

Submission Information:

• Artists may submit up to 10 individual pieces of work for consideration.
• Ensure high-quality images, recommended at 300 dpi in JPEG format.
• Upload artwork images, bio, and statement directly to the submission form.
• Bio and statement must be under 250 words each.
• Art does not have to be for sale.
• Open theme

Important Dates:

• Entry Deadline: September 30, 2024, 11:59 pm EST.
• All artists will be notified of the final decision by November 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/Early 2025. 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 Fee:

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

Benefits:

• Visibility and Support: Feature 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 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:
By submitting, the artist agrees to allow Create! Magazine to use images of the artwork on its website and social media. The artist retains full copyright of the work. Images will only be used by Create! Magazine for the print issue, interviews, and social media posts. Inclusion is not guaranteed as this is a juried opportunity.

Disclaimer: Submission fees support the operation ofCreate! Magazine, helping us hire guest curators, writers, and designers, and maintain our independent, artist-run platform. These fees help offset the cost of production, ensuring the high quality and continued growth of our publication and the opportunities we offer emerging artists. If the submission fee is a barrier, please explore our blog submissions, which are always free.

Call for Women Artists: AQ Quarterly Catalog for Extraordinary Women Artists
Volume V
Open Theme
2025 Winter Edition

Calling All Women Artists!

For the past decade, we’ve built strong connections with curators, galleries, and art enthusiasts. Now, we’re excited to extend those connections to you through our AQ Quarterly Catalog—a stunning, collectible series that will showcase your work and elevate your artistic career.

We are thrilled to invite contemporary women and non-binary artists to participate in a curated community project: a quarterly catalog that highlights exceptional talent and creativity.

Driven by our passion for community, publishing, contemporary art, and creative entrepreneurship, this project unites incredible talent with the goal of uplifting and amplifying fellow creators.

View past volumes: www.createmagazine.co/aq-quarterly

Juror:
Alicia Puig, Curator, Arts Writer, and CEO of PxP Contemporary,
Co-author of The Complete Smartist Guide and Creative Business Handbook

Alicia Puig is the curator & co-founder of PxP Contemporary, director at Create! Magazine, an arts writer, and co-author of The Complete Smartist Guide and The Creative Business Handbook. She has worked in the arts for over a decade in many facets of the industry.

Her writing has been featured in magazines and on blogs including Create! Magazine, Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, Art She Says, and Artspiel, among others. Additionally, she has served as a guest curator for Hastings College, All She Makes, Create! Magazine, Rise Art, SHOWFIELDS, Apex Art, Arts to Hearts Project, I Like Your Work, Visionary Art Collective, and Altamira.

Deadline: October 30, 2024

All Visual Art Media Accepted

Finalists will be announced by December 2024

AQ is an exciting series of juried collectible publications that celebrate outstanding contemporary art created by women and non-binary artists. Each volume of AQ Books is a beautifully designed hardcover edition, featuring up to 50 artists handpicked by our founder and occasional guest curators.

Selected artists will be prominently featured in a 4-page spread within the publication. This spread includes a concise bio, contact information, and a showcase of three artworks of your choice. 

To ensure maximum accessibility, AQ Books will be available for purchase through multiple channels, including Amazon and Create! Magazine. This widespread availability will allow art enthusiasts from around the world to discover and appreciate the remarkable talent showcased in AQ.

Our team is dedicated to curating an exceptional collection of artwork that represents the diversity and innovation of contemporary art by women and non-binary artists. By participating in AQ, you have the opportunity to elevate your career, gain widespread visibility, and connect with a global community of art lovers and professionals.

Published artists will receive:

• A 4-page full-color spread, including 3 artwork images, a headshot, contact info, and a brief artist bio (250-word limit). 
• An exclusive interview. 
• A social media post to our followers, readers, curators, and art lovers following the book launch. 

Benefits:

• Expand your network by joining our global community of artists, curators, and creative entrepreneurs.
• See your work featured in a contemporary print and publication.
• Elevate your art to new heights.
• Gain fresh visibility through our extensive online and in-person connections.
• The book will be available in our online shop at Create! Magazine, Amazon, and more.

Deadline: October 30, 2024

FAQ:

Is there a fee for those who are selected?
Yes, there is a one-time fee of $70, intended to support our team's investment in the design, distribution, and advertising of the publication. This ensures maximum engagement and visibility for your work. Artists will only pay the fee upon acceptance.

How is this different from Create! Magazine?
AQ is a collectible hardcover and softcover book, not a magazine, specifically dedicated to highlighting the creative contributions of women and non-binary artists.

How will artists be selected?
Guest curators will choose artists from the exclusive Art Queens community.

Is the submission fee refundable?

No, the submission fee is non-refundable as this is a juried opportunity.

Note: By submitting your work, you agree to allow us to publish it in both the print and digital versions of this publication, which will be accessible to the public.

Online Submission Guidelines for Artists

Create! Magazine warmly welcomes submissions from artists, makers, designers, and creatives of all backgrounds and disciplines. We encourage you to share your work with us through the form below for an opportunity to be featured on our blog.

Opportunities for Featured Artists:

• Your work will be highlighted on our website and promoted across our social media channels.
• Selected artists may also be invited for an exclusive interview or a special feature in our bimonthly print issues.

For Instagram features, please use the hashtags #createmag and #createmagazine. For inquiries about sponsored post rates, feel free to contact us.

Submission Requirements:

• 5-10 JPEG images of your work
• A link to your website or social media profiles
• A written bio and/or artist statement

Please Note: Due to the high volume of submissions, we will only contact artists whose work has been selected for a feature. If your work is chosen, you will be notified via email or tagged on social media. We appreciate your understanding and encourage everyone to continue sharing their creative journey with us.