Organizer Information
The Pennsylvania Journal of Arts and Sciences (PJAS) is a vibrant, independent platform for individuals worldwide to share their scholarly and creative pursuits. The journal amplifies diverse voices across visual arts, installations, literary arts, and poetry, creating a curated editorial framework for both emerging and established creators.
Title & Description
Summer 2026 Issue: "PRESENCE".
PJAS is seeking contemporary work that engages with the theme of "Presence" for its upcoming quarterly release. This call is a unique opportunity for creators to see their work featured in a beautifully designed print edition and a widely distributed digital publication. The theme invites a broad range of interpretations across visual, literary, and interdisciplinary practices.
Thematic Opportunities:
- Editorial Feature ("PRESENCE"): A call for contemporary visual and literary works that anchor the issue's theme.
- Editorial Cover Selection: A high-stakes search for a single visual work to serve as the cover for the Summer 2026 issue.
Categories
Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Painting, Mixed-Media, Film/Video/New Media, Craft/Traditional Arts, Literature, and Poetry.
Eligibility
- Global Scope: Open to international artists, writers, and scholars.
- Rolling Basis: Submissions are reviewed year-round, but specific deadlines apply for the Summer 2026 issue.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Publication: Featured prominently in the Summer 2026 print and digital editions.
- Spotlight Interview: Selected winners enjoy an exclusive editorial interview.
- Promotion: Social media highlights and wide-reaching exposure to an international community.
- Professional Development: Personalized feedback from the PJAS editorial team.
- Cover Distinction: The cover winner receives a prominent feature inside the magazine in addition to anchoring the issue's aesthetic.
Fees
- Standard Submission Fee: $14.
- Cover Selection Fee: Varies by platform (e.g., $28 via CaFÉ).
- Fee Waivers: Available for those experiencing financial hardship.
Application Requirements
- Work Samples: High-resolution files (Images/PDFs).
- Artist Statement: A brief description of your background and notable experiences.
- Work Description (Optional): Context regarding medium or approach.
- Limit: Up to 20 works may be submitted for the cover selection via CaFÉ/ArtCall.
How to Apply?
Submit your materials through the official PJAS fillout form. Apply to PJAS Summer 2026.
Key Dates
- Cover Selection Deadline: May 28/29, 2026.
- "PRESENCE" Issue Priority Deadline: May 29, 2026.
- Review Process: Rolling review throughout the month.
Location
Online / Virtual (Global Eligibility).
Additional Details
PJAS operates as an independent journal. While artists can indicate interest in multiple editorial awards or grants within a single application, these opportunities are managed separately regarding materials and results.