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, and 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.