Organizer Information
Kreatif Magazine is an independent literary and arts publication dedicated to celebrating multicultural expression, inclusion, and diverse creative voices. Founded on principles of openness, equity, and cultural dialogue, the magazine provides a platform for writers, artists, photographers, and creatives from a wide range of backgrounds, particularly those whose voices have historically been underrepresented or marginalized.
Inspired by experiences of migration, identity, and cross-cultural exchange, Kreatif seeks to challenge stereotypes and broaden understanding through contemporary creative practice. The publication welcomes work that explores themes such as ethnicity, cultural heritage, belonging, community, justice, equity, and social inclusion. Through both digital and print editions, the magazine aims to amplify original artistic and literary contributions that reflect the richness and complexity of multicultural societies.
Kreatif Magazine publishes fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, visual art, photography, and interdisciplinary creative work, fostering a safe and supportive environment for artistic expression and cultural storytelling.
Title & Description
Kreatif Magazine Summer 2026 Issue – Open Call for Writers, Artists, and Photographers
Kreatif Magazine is accepting submissions for its Summer 2026 issue and invites writers, poets, visual artists, photographers, and multidisciplinary creatives to contribute original work that reflects diverse cultural experiences and perspectives.
The publication is particularly interested in creative works that explore multicultural identity, immigration, ethnicity, community, inclusion, justice, equity, and cultural heritage. Contributors are encouraged to share unique stories, artistic visions, and creative expressions that challenge assumptions and promote dialogue across cultures.
The magazine welcomes both literary and visual submissions, including fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, photography, painting, collage, illustration, comics, sculpture, and mixed-media artworks. Selected works will be published in Kreatif Magazine's digital and print editions, providing contributors with international exposure within a growing multicultural arts and literary community.
All submissions are reviewed through a juried selection process, and accepted contributors will become part of an issue dedicated to celebrating diverse voices and artistic excellence.
Categories
- Literature
- Creative Writing
- Fiction
- Creative Nonfiction
- Poetry
- Short Story
- Visual Art
- Painting
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Comic Art
- Collage
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media
- Photography
- Multimedia Art
- Interdisciplinary Arts
Eligibility
- Open internationally.
- Writers, poets, visual artists, photographers, and multidisciplinary creatives may apply.
- Emerging and established creators are welcome.
- Work must be original.
- Submissions must be written in English.
- AI-generated content is not accepted.
- AI-assisted work may be considered.
- Simultaneous submissions are permitted if disclosed.
- Previously published literary works are generally not accepted, except for self-published content appearing on personal blogs, websites, podcasts, or social media.
- Visual artworks and photographs must not have been previously published in another magazine, journal, anthology, or book.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Publication in Kreatif Magazine.
- Inclusion in both digital and print editions.
- Exposure to an international audience interested in multicultural arts and literature.
- Professional publication credit.
- Digital contributor copy of the published issue.
- Retention of copyright after publication.
Rights
Kreatif Magazine acquires first-publication rights upon acceptance. Following publication, all rights revert to the creator. Contributors are requested to credit Kreatif Magazine as the first publisher if the work is republished elsewhere in the future.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Writing Submissions
- Original prose, fiction, nonfiction, or poetry.
- File format: .doc, .docx, .rtf, or .txt.
- Prose submissions up to 5,000 words.
- Up to two poems per submission.
- Poems may not exceed 50 lines each.
- Author's name or pseudonym.
- Email address.
- Title(s) of submitted work.
- Word count.
- Biography of approximately 100 words.
- Optional website or social media links.
- Visual Art & Photography Submissions
- Up to four artworks or photographs.
- Drawings.
- Paintings.
- Collages.
- Illustrations.
- Comics.
- Mixed-media works.
- Photography.
- Accepted formats:
- JPG
- JPEG
- PNG
- Vector files
- Adobe Illustrator files
- Additional requirements:
- Images should be high quality (approximately 3000 pixels on the longest side).
- Work must be entirely original.
- Artists must own all rights to submitted material.
- Biography of approximately 100 words.
- Optional website or social media links.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 25 June 2026
- Response Time: Approximately two weeks after the submission deadline
- Publication: Summer 2026 Issue
Location
Tryon, North Carolina, United States
Additional Details
- All submissions are reviewed by a jury panel.
- Due to publication space limitations, not all submissions can be accepted.
- Visual artworks may be cropped or adjusted for publication formatting purposes.
- Contributors receive publication in both print and digital formats.
- The magazine strongly encourages work reflecting multicultural experiences and diverse perspectives.
- Themes of immigration, identity, inclusion, cultural heritage, social justice, and community engagement are particularly welcome.
- Applicants should ensure files are accessible and downloadable before submission.
- Locked or inaccessible files will not be reviewed.