CREO Submission Kit

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More than a magazine, CREO is a work of art created with the cooperation and passion of its contributing readers. Each issue explores a theme where student artists, designers, and writers are invited to share their interpretation. We showcase the work of innovative, provocative minds from various genres to bring a fresh and relevant voice to student publication. We celebrate risk-taking, the entrepreneurial spirit, and the desire to affect change. This format allows us to accentuate the art and visual aspect of journalism: the design is sophisticated, the writing intelligent, the content relevant. This unique perspective illuminates the experience of those who will soon visually shape our culture.

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theme Gallery style presentation of the best submitted work based on readers’ reactions to the issue’s theme. best in show This section initiates a design problem. Readers are encouraged to submit their solutions to earn ‘best in show.’ color, muse & mutter Product reviews and tidbits of inspiration from the fields of fashion, film, advertising, architecture, software, urban design, graphics... around town This section features a calendar of events at museums/ galleries around the country.

ideation As a participatory art project, readers start with a single image on the back cover. The idea is that each reader uses the image to create a new piece of work. reality bytes This dose of life in the real world features school profiles and job descriptions. Readers can also get tips on portfolio development, writing resumes, press releases and more. some assembly required Showing the process and the art of making, this section highlights the development of an idea: from scribble on a post-it to first mark and beyond.

sketchbook Doodles, observations, notes, random thoughts, moments of creativity‌the secret stuff behind the cover (or on that coffee stained napkin). This section celebrates creative abandon and the art of observation - photographs or scans of sketchbooks or journals. old school Since history seems to repeat itself, this section pays homage to the artists and designers of yesterday by showing how their work continues to influence culture today.

C3 Art and design are inextricably linked, and can be used as a vehicle for positive change. This section highlights collaborative projects within communities. Part call to action, part bragging rights students demonstrate how they use the arts to make a change in their own backyard. Stories may be about a mural project at a local school or the restoration of historical homes or even a neighborhood art festival or block party.

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Fall 2009 Theme: Icons Submission Deadline: 6/30/2009 Publication Date: 8/1/2009

Winter 2009 Theme: Dwellings Submission Deadline: 9/30/2009 Publication Date: 11/1/2009

Spring 2010 Theme: Nature/Nurture Submission Deadline: 12/31/2009 Publication Date: 2/1/2010

Summer 2010 Theme: Wanderlust Submission Deadline: 3/31/2010 Publication Date: 5/1/2010

We are looking for student artists and journalists. You may submit work or story ideas for any featured section.

Not sure where your work fits in? Have an interesting story to tell? Contact us at {editor@creomagazine.com} and pitch your idea.

How do I submit my work?

It’s easy! E-mail submissions to {editor@creomagazine.com}.

If sending images, include either (1) a website link or (2) attach the image to your e-mail. Images should be at least 500 x 700 pixels and no larger than 300 KB. However, should your work be selected for publication, you will be required to send higher resolution files.

For all submissions, please include your name, contact information, city, state, and school name.

CREO accepts submissions throughout the year. However, if you wish to contribute work for a particular theme or issue, submissions must be received by the submission deadline. For more detailed information about each featured section, visit www.creomagazine.com.

Unfortunately not all work can be guaranteed a place in the magazine.

Contact: website: e-mail:

creomagazine.com editor@creomagazine.com

Terms & Conditions: Submissions are open to high school and college students only.

By sending your submission to CREO magazine you allow us to reproduce the image(s) for the particular section to which it has been submitted and for use on our website. All images and text copyrights are owned by the contributing artist. Only original work made by the contributing artist is allowed for submission.

CREO accepts no responsibility for the copyright of artworks used.

Likewise, CREO magazine may not be reproduced in any way without prior consent from the publisher.

All submitted work is not guaranteed a spot in the magazine. Final images for selected submissions must be .jpg or .pdf file formats with a 300 dpi resolution, at least 5x7 inches and in RGB color mode. All text must not exceed 500 words.

For each accepted work, please include the artist’s name, contact information, city, state, and school name as well as artwork title, technique, and materials. Please send all final submissions via email to: {editor@creomagazine.com}.

Please name your files as: firstname_lastname.JPG. If sending multiple images please place them in a Folder with your full name and number the images (e.g. John_Smith_01, John_Smith_02...).

Contributing artists must sign a materials release form before their work will be published; if the person submitting work is under 18, a parent or guardian’s signature will be required. If accepted, contributing artist’s name and city/state will be in print. All submitted work is volunteer-based.

CREO magazine would like to thank the following artists:

Dalton Flint http://www.flickr.com/photos/daltonflint/ {artwork on page 3}

Megan Batoon http://www.flickr.com/photos/megba2n/ {photograph on cover & page one}

Carly Kedrierski {photomontage on page 2}

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