Organizer Information:

Al-Tiba9 Art Magazine. A global hub of creativity showcasing cutting-edge contemporary art. The magazine is a 116-page, 100% curated editorial content publication (with no commercial ads) printed on high-quality museum paper.

Title & Description:

Applications are open for Al-Tiba9 Art Magazine ISSUE21 (May 2026 Edition).

The magazine features visionary artists, architects, and designers who push boundaries and redefine artistic expression. Selected artists will have their captivating artworks, insightful biographies, thought-provoking statements, and engaging interviews published.

Category:

Publishing / Multidisciplinary (Digital Arts, photography, painting, architecture, sculpture & installations, Film & Video Art, fashion design, interior design, and performance).

Eligibility:

  • Who: Open to artists from all countries working in any technique.
  • Alumni Rule: Artists featured in past issues are welcome to submit, provided they submit entirely new works.
  • Language: All applications, including the biography and statement texts, MUST be written in English and strictly in the third person.

Program Benefits & Awards:

  • Publication: Selected artists get featured with up to 6 pages in both the print and digital versions of the magazine.
  • Global Exposure: The magazine is showcased as a limited-edition ArtPrint at esteemed Artist’s Book fairs like ARCOmadrid, ARCOlisboa, ArtsLibris Barcelona (at the MACBA Contemporary Art Museum), and ZonaMaco Mexico City.
  • Promotion: Selected artists will be promoted on the Al-Tiba9 website and in their newsletters.

Application Fee & Program Costs:

  • Application Fee: Free to submit.
  • Selection Fee: A selection fee IS APPLIED to the selected artists only. (Note: The exact fee amount depends on the selection result).

Application Requirements:

  • Submission Format: Artists MUST submit their applications exclusively via the official website form. All email applications will be rejected. Only one application per artist is permitted.
  • File Sharing: If including additional material (images, CV, statements) via a shared folder (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.), the folder link MUST be set to open/public. All WeTransfer applications will be strictly rejected.

How to Apply?

Submit your application and shared folder link via the official online form on the Al-Tiba9 website.

Key Dates:

  • Application Deadline: April 26, 2026, at 11:00 PM. (Proposals received after this time will not be accepted).
  • Publication Date: May 2026.

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