We are seeking artists and writers for our next online exhibition and publication, themed “Changing Patterns.” This open call invites work that engages with the concepts of whether it is possible to change or adapt ourselves and others, and break free from performativity and the discourse that surrounds us.

Michel Foucault stated that "Power is everywhere", and that we are part of the discourse, influence it and are influenced by it. 

If we are entrenched within knowledge systems that affect us from birth, through our schools, institutions, laws, communities and societal 'norms', then is it possible to break free and change our pattern? How much wiggle room do we have if we are intrinsic to the power structures we live within?

For this open call, we are seeking art and writing that explores this concept. 

Deadline: 1st September 2025

This open call, for Issue 64, we seek work that:

• Responds to the theme in a lively, thought-provoking way.
• We love innovation and work that excites and challenges.
• Must include a short text to accompany any work that provides the context and why the work fits the theme
• You MUST have an Instagram account
  
  

Who Can Submit?

This call is open to artists across all visual media (painting, photography, sculpture, digital art, etc.) and writers working in poetry, fiction, nonfiction, or hybrid forms. We encourage experimental, boundary-pushing work that brings fresh perspectives to the theme.

Submission Guidelines

For Artists:

• Visual Art: Painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, mixed media, installations, etc.
• Specifications: Up to 3 high-quality images, (if you are accepted, we will request high-resolution images of the work JPEG or PNG, minimum 300 dpi) – film-based work as a Vimeo or YouTube link only
• Description: A brief description of each work (200-300 words) detailing the concept, medium, and how it relates to the theme
• You must have an active Instagram account so we can tag you which is set for public view.

For Writers:

• Genres: Short stories, essays, poetry, experimental writing, and cross-genre works
• Length: Up to 1,000 words for prose; up to 3 poems
• Format: Word document only
• Synopsis: A brief summary of the piece (50 words) explaining how it connects to the theme.

Terms and Conditions

• All submissions must be original works created by the applicant.
• Selected works will be featured in an online exhibition and/or a publication. By submitting, you grant us the right to display, publish, and promote your work as part of this project. Typically, the works are online for six months, but this is not guaranteed.
• Artists and writers retain all rights to their work.

Benefits:

As this is an online exhibition, your art work will be show via our social media, that is - instagram - facebook - and our website based zine. The images will be on the instagram at least a year, and the website changes each month, so your work will be a visible feature for that month, then accessible via the on line gallery issues section.

We have over 8000+ followers and subscribers over our platforms including artists, curators, editors, so you exposure will be worldwide.

We look forward to your submission.

Image courtesy of @jennafoxartist 

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