Organizer Information
Outhouse Gallery / Outhouse Magazine — London-based, independent, artist-run gallery and magazine. The magazine supports emerging and established writers and artists, offering a platform for essays, creative writing, and think pieces that engage with art, culture, politics, and society.
Title & Description
Outhouse Magazine — Third Issue Open Call: “Urban Dreamscapes”
Outhouse Magazine invites submissions for its third issue, centered around the theme “Urban Dreamscapes”. The issue explores life in big cities — the hopes, opportunities, inequalities, and social dynamics that shape both the city and the people who live in it. Contributors are invited to submit essays, think pieces, and creative writing that reflect on urban life, personal experiences, or social critique. The call emphasizes both the beauty and challenges of city living, examining how cities influence dreams, desires, and daily life.
Categories
- Writing / Literature:
- Essays / Think pieces (politics, art, culture, society)
- Fiction / Creative writing (all genres)
- Poetry (up to 3 poems per submission)
Eligibility
- Open to writers and creatives internationally
- Both emerging and established writers can apply
- Only finalized works are accepted; pitches or incomplete drafts will not be considered
Program Benefits & Awards
- Selected works will be published in Outhouse Magazine’s third issue
- Visibility in a professionally curated, independent platform for art, literature, and cultural writing
- Opportunity to join a community of contributors engaged with critical writing and creative expression
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Essays / think pieces: max 1,500 words
- Poetry: up to 3 poems per submission
- File format: Word document or Google document
- Submit only finalized works
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Submission Deadline: 2 January 2026
Location
London, UK
Additional Details
- Theme “Urban Dreamscapes” explores:
- Hopes, opportunities, and freedom in cities
- Challenges like loneliness, inequalities, and financial pressures
- How cities shape people’s dreams, desires, and choices
- Submissions should engage deeply with the theme and reflect either personal, social, or artistic perspectives
- Editors look forward to thoughtful, polished, and engaging works
