Call For Art: In Full Color, Juried by Liz Lidgett Gallery, Create! Magazine International Print Issue No. 58

Create! Magazine is pleased to announce the open call for Issue No. 58, In Full Color, juried by Liz Lidgett. This is an international, juried open call open to artists worldwide working in any medium (except ai).

We are inviting you to respond to the concept of color in whatever way feels most true to your current practice. Color as language. Color as structure, memory, or emotion. Your interpretation is the work. All subjects and mediums are welcome.

About the Theme

This is an open call. We are looking for your interpretation of color expressed through your art. Whether your practice centers on painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, fiber, or any other medium, we want to see how color lives in your work right now and what it means to you.

That might mean a painting built around hue and saturation. It might mean work where color carries cultural expression, or textile work where dye and fiber carry emotional weight. There is no single right answer. We are looking for work that is honest, committed, and current. Please note that this call is open to all mediums with the exception of AI-generated work.

Meet the Juror

Liz Lidgett

Liz Lidgett is an art advisor, writer, and gallery owner based in Des Moines, Iowa. As the founder of Liz Lidgett Gallery and Design, she works with clients to find the perfect piece of art for their style, space, and budget, bringing both curatorial expertise and a deeply personal approach to the art advisory process. Her gallery is known for championing contemporary artists and connecting collectors with work that is meaningful, lasting, and well-considered.

Liz has been a contributor to many national publications, including Better Homes and Gardens, Martha Stewart Living, and more, bringing accessible and thoughtful arts coverage to broad audiences. She lives in Des Moines with her husband and children and their ever-expanding art collection.

Visit LizLidgett.com for more information.

Professional Visibility and Growth

Selected artists receive a feature in our print and digital publication designed to elevate their professional portfolio:

• A professional four-page spread in the print and digital magazine, perfect for use in future gallery applications, grant materials, and press kits.

• Global visibility to an audience of active curators, collectors, gallerists, and arts professionals.

• Features across our website and social media platforms to help grow your digital presence.

• A complimentary digital issue of the magazine for your archives with an option to order print.

   

Submission Guidelines

• Eligibility: Open to all artists worldwide working in any medium. Please submit only original works. No academic background is required.

• Submission Requirements: Submit up to 10 works, cohesive bodies of work and series encouraged, a 300-word bio, and a 300-word artist statement.

• Deadline: May 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

• Jurying Opens: June 2026.

   

Our Mission and the Submission Fee

Fee: $35 for three images.

Create! Magazine is run by a dedicated, artist-led team. We prioritize a sustainable and professional arts ecosystem, which is why your submission fee is used to directly and fairly compensate our guest juror, professional writers, and designers. These funds also cover the administrative and technical costs of hosting these open calls.

We are here to support your career growth year-round. You are always welcome to send professional pitches for our blog or online features to our editorial team throughout the year. If you need support with your pitch, check out these resources.

Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: May 30, 2026

• Jurying Phase Starts: June 2026

• Notification Period: Summer 2026

• Publication Release: Fall 2026

Artist Advocacy: If published, artists retain full copyright and ownership of their work. Selection is competitive and juried by industry professionals to ensure a high-caliber publication. Selection is not guaranteed. If selected, there are no additional fees. Artists have the option to purchase print copies of the issue at their discretion.