OPEN CALL — SFUMATO ART MAGAZINE | ISSUE 03
Sfumato Art Magazine is pleased to announce the Open Call for Issue 03, a non-thematic international edition shaped by an expanded curatorial framework and diverse contemporary voices.
Issue 03 continues Sfumato’s commitment to presenting artists whose practices demonstrate conceptual clarity, material strength, and meaningful engagement with contemporary visual culture. This edition invites artists across disciplines and career stages to submit work for consideration in both print and digital publication.
Curatorial Structure
This issue features two dedicated guest-curated sections:
• Figurative Practices — Guest Curator: Carla E. Reyes
• Abstract / Non-Representational Practices — Guest Curator: Marie-José Robinson Kafri
In addition, the magazine includes editorial sections for artists working across:
• Sculpture
• Installation
• Photography
• Digital & New Media
• Conceptual & Interdisciplinary practices
While the issue is non-thematic, submissions are evaluated thoughtfully, with attention to artistic integrity, originality, and resonance within today’s cultural landscape.
What Selected Artists Receive
• A professionally designed feature in the printed magazine
• Dedicated space for artwork presentation and artist information
• Inclusion in the official digital edition
• International visibility through Sfumato’s website and social media platforms
• Archival presence within Sfumato’s growing publication history
• A limited number of selected artists may be invited for extended editorial features or interviews
Our design approach emphasizes clarity, minimalism, and visual presence, ensuring each artist’s work is presented with care and intention.
Important Dates
Submission Deadline: March 10, 2026
Selection Notifications: Approximately 3–4 weeks after the deadline
Magazine Publication Date: May 10, 2026
Submission Details
Submission Fee: $8
Publication Fee (upon acceptance): $29
The submission fee supports the administrative and curatorial review process. The publication fee is only applicable to selected artists and contributes to production, design, printing, and global distribution.
About Sfumato Art Magazine
Sfumato Art Magazine is an independent international publication dedicated to fostering dialogue between emerging and established artists. Through curated issues, interviews, and editorial features, Sfumato creates a platform where diverse practices can coexist and engage in meaningful visual exchange.
Issue 03 represents a strengthened editorial vision — one that values both structure and openness, discipline and experimentation.
We warmly invite artists from all backgrounds and geographies to submit their work and become part of this evolving dialogue.
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