Today, I'm occupied with editing the articles for issue #71 (Oct-Nov-Dec). So, rather than break my focus too much, today's newsletter is a simple reminder:
➜ The open calls The Path to Inspiration and From There to Here both close tomorrow, July 22, at 11:59 pm MDT. There will be no extensions on the deadline because this issue goes to the printer in mid-August.
The image above is Brianne Burnell's submission to The Path to Inspiration. She writes, "The path to inspiration is a series of threads, coming from many directions, overlapping with one another and picking up bits along the way. The strands converge to create artwork that could only be made with those specific colours and marks because of the million tiny collected moments and the way they choose to intermingle in my mind."
The map or diagram for your submission can be as abstract or literal as suits you. Creativity, originality, heartfelt personal narratives and genuine effort—that's what I look for.
I'm also accepting submissions for Sketchbook, Fresh, Creative Careers and SubscriberStudios for consideration in the next issue.
Can you do me a favour? Please tell your creative friends about UPPERCASE! Share the discount code 'perfectcircle' for CA$15 off subscriptions and renewals.
The creative necessity of ideas on paper Mindfulness, meaning & methods
This uplifting volume will be about journaling, note-taking, sketching, book-making, handwriting, and other ways of jotting down our thoughts onto paper. We'll have profiles of artists, makers, writers and designers who share their creative process, as well as the people and companies who make the journals, notebooks and writing implements that are part of our daily lives. In a world pushing artificial intelligence, Jot! is a hands-on celebration of originality, inspiration and the beauty of ideas.
Patrons are listed on the website and will be acknowledged within the book with a special patron profile. Patrons also receive 4 copies of the book when released. Patrons in North America will also be sent some paper goodies.
This message has been sent to a general list. If you've already pre-ordered Jot, thank you!!! If you're already an UPPERCASE print subscriber, thank you!!! (Please refer to your order receipts from shop@uppercasemagazine.com.)
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