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ARTIST SUBMISSIONS
Submit Your Art.
The Unapparent Magazine is an independent art publication championing emerging and underground artists whose work deserves to be discovered. We seek original, expressive work across artistic disciplines; giving space to distinct voices, perspectives, and artistry that often exist beyond the mainstream.
Submit your work for editorial consideration and the opportunity to be featured by The Unapparent.
Submission does not guarantee selection or publication.
BE YOU. BE ART.
UNSEEN WORKUNEXPECTED PERSPECTIVESREAL VOICES
WHY THE UNAPPARENT
A Platform for Work That Deserves to Be Seen
The Unapparent exists to explore art, culture and ideas beyond the obvious.
We support artists and creatives whose work brings something distinctive to the conversation, whether through image, material, movement, language or a practice that refuses easy definition.
If your work has something to say, we want to see it.
OPEN CALL
What Can You Submit?
Image + Digital
Photography
Digital Art
3D Art
Experimental Media
Word + Interdisciplinary
Poetry
Creative Writing
Conceptual Work
Multidisciplinary Practice
Other Creative Work
THE PROCESS
How Artist Submissions Work
Submit
Tell us about yourself, your practice and the work you would like us to feature.
Editorial Review
Our team reviews each submission in the context of The Unapparent's editorial direction and audience.
Feature
If your submission is selected, it will be featured on @theunapparent, and we’ll send you a collaboration request.
BEFORE YOU SUBMIT
Submission Guidelines
IMAGES
Send a focused selection.
- Up to 5 selected works
- JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC
- Maximum 10 MB per image
- Use clear, high-quality images
- Include title and medium
VIDEO + MOTION
Keep direct uploads concise.
- Up to 1 video file
- MP4 or MOV
- Maximum 50 MB direct upload
- Use the viewing-link field for longer or higher-resolution work
- Submit only work necessary for editorial review
ARTIST SUBMISSIONS
Your Submission
Take your time. A focused submission gives the editorial team a clearer view of your practice.
01 About You
02 Your Practice
03 Your Work
04 Permission
AFTER YOU SUBMIT
What Happens Next?
Your submission is added to The Unapparent's editorial review queue. If your work is selected for a potential feature, our team will contact you using the email address provided.
Because submissions span different artists and creative disciplines, we may not be able to respond individually to every submission.
QUICK ANSWERS
Artist Submission FAQs
Who can submit work to The Unapparent?
The submission page is open to artists and creatives whose work aligns with The Unapparent's focus on art, culture, individuality and unconventional perspectives.
What kinds of work can I submit?
We consider painting, illustration, photography, sculpture, digital art, mixed media, installation, video, writing, interdisciplinary practices and other forms of creative work.
How many artworks should I submit?
Submit up to five strong works that best represent your current practice. A focused selection is more useful to our editorial team than an entire portfolio.
Can I submit video work?
Yes. You can upload one MP4 or MOV file within the stated upload limit. A viewing link can also be provided for longer or higher-resolution work.
Does submitting guarantee an Instagram feature?
No. Every submission is considered editorially, and submitting work does not guarantee selection or publication.
Do I retain copyright to my work?
Yes. Copyright remains with the creator. The submission form should include the publication permission approved by The Unapparent before launch.
Should I also send my work through Instagram?
No. Artist submissions should be sent through this website form so that the editorial team receives the artwork and artist information together.
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