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Call for Art: Create! Magazine’s 9th Year Anniversary International Print Edition

Issue #54 | Deadline: September 30, 2025 | Release: November 2025
Juried by the Create! Magazine Team

Overview

Create! Magazine invites submissions for Issue #54, our 9th Year Anniversary International Print Edition. This landmark release celebrates nearly a decade of publishing bold and innovative contemporary art. Since 2013, we have amplified the voices of artists worldwide, providing a platform that connects creatives with curators, collectors, and an engaged global audience.

What Selected Artists Receive

  • A two-page feature in the print and digital magazine

  • A dedicated blog post on createmagazine.com

  • A social media spotlight shared with our international community of curators, collectors, and creatives

  • A complimentary digital copy and layout preview before print release

Guest Curators

  • Ekaterina Popova – Artist, Founder of Create! Magazine, Coach, Entrepreneur

  • Alicia Puig – CEO of PxP Contemporary, Director of Create! Magazine, Arts Writer

  • Christina Nafziger – Curator and Editor of Create! Magazine, Arts Writer

About Create! Magazine

Founded in 2013 as Fresh Paint Magazine and rebranded in 2016, Create! has become a trusted resource for emerging and mid-career artists across all media. Over the years, we have published thousands of artists from around the globe and collaborated with leading art fairs including Art Miami, Moniker, Superfine, and Affordable Art Fair.

Our print editions are available internationally through independent bookstores and online, and our features have been highlighted by Colossal, Apartment Therapy, The Jealous Curator, and more.

Eligibility

This open call is international and welcomes artists at all stages of their careers, working in any medium or style. No academic qualifications are required.

Theme: Open

Submission Guidelines

  • Submit up to 10 artworks for consideration

  • Upload high-resolution JPGs (300 dpi recommended)

  • Include a short bio and artist statement (250 words max each)

  • Work does not need to be for sale

Important Dates

  • Deadline: September 30, 2025, 11:59 PM EST

  • Notifications: October 31, 2025

  • Print Release: November 2025

Call for Art: The Spirit World

Virtual Exhibition and Catalog
Deadline: October 31, 2025 | Release: November 2025

Create! Magazine invites artists to submit work for The Spirit World, a curated virtual exhibition and professionally designed catalog. This special fall edition explores the spiritual, mystical, eerie, and uncanny. From meditations on the unseen to explorations of ghosts, myth, or paranormal encounters, we welcome all interpretations of this expansive theme.

What Selected Artists Receive

  • Inclusion in a curated virtual exhibition hosted by Create! Magazine

  • A feature in the professionally designed Spirit World print and digital catalog

  • A dedicated blog post on createmagazine.co

  • A social media spotlight shared with our international audience of curators, collectors, and creatives

  • A complimentary digital copy of the catalog, plus layout preview before print release

Guest Curators

  • Ekaterina Popova – Artist, Founder of Create! Magazine, Coach, Entrepreneur

  • Shelby McFadden – Artist, Designer at Maple Projects, Author

About Create! Magazine

Founded in 2013 as Fresh Paint Magazine and rebranded in 2016, Create! has become a trusted resource for emerging and mid-career artists worldwide. The publication has showcased thousands of artists across all media and collaborated with leading international art fairs, including Art Miami, Moniker, Superfine, and Affordable Art Fair.

Create! Magazine is available in print and digital formats internationally, and its artists and features have been highlighted by Colossal, Apartment Therapy, The Jealous Curator, and more.

Eligibility

  • Open to all artists internationally

  • All career stages are welcome

  • All media and styles accepted

  • No academic qualifications required

Theme: The Spirit World (open to your interpretation)

Submission Guidelines

  • Submit up to 10 artworks for consideration

  • Upload high-resolution JPGs (300 dpi recommended)

  • Include a short bio (250 words max) and artist statement (250 words max)

  • Work does not need to be for sale

Important Dates

  • Deadline: October 31, 2025 (11:59 PM EST)

  • Notifications: November 2025

  • Exhibition & Catalog Launch: Late November 2025

 

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  • Strategies for effectively engaging with jurors and the art community.

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OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS

Call for Art Submissions

Are you an emerging or established artist looking for a platform to showcase your work?

Create! Magazine invites artists from all backgrounds and disciplines to submit their art for a chance to be featured in our upcoming print issue. This is your opportunity to reach a global audience and have your work seen by curators, collectors, and art enthusiasts worldwide.

Why Submit Your Art to Create! Magazine?

→ Global Reach: If selected, your art will be shared with a worldwide online audience of over 200,000 readers and followers, giving you visibility and an art career boost.

→ Print and Digital Feature: Selected artists will be featured in both our print and digital issues, ensuring your work is seen in multiple formats.

→ Industry Connections: Get your art in front of leading curators, gallery owners, and art professionals who regularly review our magazine.

Isn't It Time for YOUR ART to Be Seen, Celebrated, and Published?

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What is Create! Magazine?

Create! Magazine was originally founded in 2013 as Fresh Paint Magazine, and in 2016, we rebranded to better serve our mission: to showcase the incredible talent of emerging artists in contemporary art from across the globe. Since then, we’ve proudly highlighted thousands of artists, not only sharing their creations but also the deep meaning, inspiration, and stories behind their work.

Our magazine is a trusted platform recognized by leading media outlets like Colossal, Apartment Therapy, and The Jealous Curator. We’ve forged strong partnerships with prestigious global art fairs, including Art Miami, Moniker, Affordable Art Fair, and Superfine, and collaborated with brands such as Minted.

When you submit to Create! Magazine, you’re not just entering a call for art—you’re stepping into a community that celebrates your voice, your story, and your vision. Whether in our beautifully printed issues available online and at select independent bookstores, or in our digital editions, your art has the opportunity to reach and inspire a worldwide audience.

Isn’t it time for your work to be seen, celebrated, and published? Submit your art to Create! Magazine today and become part of a global movement showcasing the best in contemporary art.

Requirements and Eligibility

NO. 1

Mediums Accepted

All forms of contemporary art, including painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, digital art, and more.

NO. 2

Eligibility

Open to artists from around the world. There are no restrictions on age, education level, nationality, or location. All are welcome. We host a magazine open call for women-artists once per year.

NO. 3

Originality

All submitted works must be original and created by the artist submitting. Galleries and agents are welcome to submit on behalf of their artists.

NO. 4

File Requirements:

Please submit high-resolution images (300 DPI) in JPG or PNG format. Additionally, include a Word or TXT document with your artist bio, statement, and a link to your website or portfolio.

NO. 5

Submission Fee:

A small fee is required to cover administrative costs and support the production of the magazine. As an independent, artist-run publication, we deeply appreciate the support of our community, patrons, and supporters. For those seeking a no-cost option, we also offer free Studio Sunday submissions.

NO. 6

Review Process:

All submissions are carefully reviewed by our editorial team and guest curators. Artists selected for publication will be notified within 2-3 months after applying and will receive notifications through Submittable.

TESTIMONIALS

TESTIMONIALS

  • "21 years ago, I was crashing on a mattress in a loft on the Bowery near Prince St., counting change to buy slices of $1 pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner... and making paintings with awkward shapes reminiscent of Philip Guston that no one really cared about (and needed a ton of work!). Fast forward 21 years, and I'm now 2 blocks away from that pizza place at the McNally Jackson Bookstore...which is selling the issue of Create! Magazine that I’m featured in, along with my short story 'In Search of Sun Cups at Night.' I actually broke down in tears outside. The path has been long and often painful, but it's moments like these when I know it has been 100% worth it. Thank you, Ekaterina Popova, for making this possible."

    - Jenny Brown

  • "For all artists thinking about applying: having a mention in Create! a few years ago really helped my art journey. I highly recommend it!"

    - Mark Liam Smith

  • "Create! Magazine is a fantastic platform that supports and encourages artists of all levels, genres, and mediums. I’m incredibly grateful to have been selected by Sergio Gomez, an artist, curator, gallery owner, and mentor, who was the juror and curator for issue #45. Through Create! Magazine and Sergio, I’ve learned so much about the value of community and the importance of being part of one. I’m deeply humbled and appreciative to be included in this issue and community. Thank you, Sergio and Create! Magazine, for your endless support and inspiration!"

    - Jessica Archer

WHAT’S INSIDE

Inside Create! Magazine, you'll find a curated selection of contemporary art, inspiring artist interviews, insightful articles, and behind-the-scenes stories that celebrate creativity and innovation from around the world.

Got Some Questions?
WE’LL WE HAVE ANSWERS

  • We accept submissions in a wide range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, digital art, printmaking, fiber, photography, mixed media, installation, and more. Specific open calls may specify additional guidelines.

  • No, most of our open calls are open to all artists, regardless of gender. However, we do occasionally have opportunities specifically for women and non-binary artists.

  • No, a university degree is not required to participate in our open calls.

  • No, gallery representation is not required to enter our competitions.

  • Our curators have diverse tastes, and we strive to feature a wide range of artistic styles. We recommend reviewing our website and past issues to get a sense of the type of work we’ve published before as well as the guest curator's platform or gallery.

  • Results are typically announced within 8-10 weeks after the deadline. All artists will be notified by email from Submittable. Make sure our emails aren’t going to your spam folder, and check Submittable for status updates.

  • Sometimes emails can end up in your spam folder. Please add info@createmagazine.com and Submittable to your contacts to ensure you receive notifications.

  • You can log in to Submittable to review your submission. You’ll also have the opportunity to make edits and replace images if needed.

  • No, we do not take commissions, and your work does not have to be for sale to be published.

  • The standard entry fee is $35. There may be additional fees if you choose to submit extra images or request an online interview. There are no additional fees after being published.

  • To apply, create an account through Submittable, fill out the appropriate application, and submit your entry before the deadline. If you need to make changes, you can request to edit your application in Submittable.

  • Please prepare three high-resolution JPEG images of your work (300 DPI), a Word or TXT document with your artist bio and statement, and a link to your website or portfolio. You will also need a credit card or PayPal account to complete your payment.

  • Yes. If selected for print, our editors will contact you to ensure we have the highest quality image before going to press. You’ll also have the opportunity to make any necessary edits.

  • You may enter as many times as you like, even if you’ve been previously published. Each call is juried by different curators, offering new opportunities.

  • Being published in Create! Magazine offers artists significant visibility to galleries, curators, collectors, and art lovers. Many artists have reported increased sales and new exhibition opportunities after being featured. While specific outcomes aren’t guaranteed, our magazine has a strong track record of helping artists connect with broader audiences and achieve professional milestones since 2013.

  • Submission fees are non-refundable. The fee helps cover the administrative costs associated with reviewing and managing submissions, including compensating guest curators for their time, paying writers, and more. While we cannot guarantee selection, we encourage you to apply to future open calls, as each is juried by different curators, offering new opportunities.

  • Inclusion is not guaranteed. While we strive to create opportunities for a wide range of artists, each submission is carefully reviewed by our editorial team and guest curators, and only a select number—typically 30-50 artists—are chosen for publication. We encourage all artists to submit their best work and to apply to future open calls, as each is juried by different curators, offering new chances for selection.

  • Absolutely. Create! Magazine is a highly respected publication in the contemporary art world, with a strong track record of featuring emerging and established artists since 2013. We’ve been highlighted by leading media outlets such as Colossal, Monocle Radio, and Apartment Therapy, and have partnered with prestigious art fairs including Art Miami, Affordable Art Fair, and Moniker Art Fair. We also collaborate with reputable galleries. Your images are safe with us—we securely store all submissions and only use them for review and potential publication. We do not share your images or personal information with any third parties without your explicit consent.

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Submit Your Art Today

Ready to elevate your art and reach a global audience? Create! Magazine is your platform to showcase your creativity to over 260k+ Instagram followers, along with thousands more across Facebook, Pinterest, and our newsletter. Whether you're an emerging artist or an established professional, we welcome all voices and backgrounds. Join a thriving, diverse community of artists and get your work seen, celebrated, and appreciated worldwide. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with art lovers, curators, and industry professionals—submit your work today and let your creativity shine on a global stage.