Submitting Your Artwork to WA Magazine: A Step-by-Step Guide

Submitting Your Artwork to WA Magazine

WA Magazine is a print art publication that showcases the work of emerging and established artists from around Canada. If you're interested in submitting your artwork for consideration, here's a step-by-step guide to the submission process:

1. Review the Submission Guide: Before submitting your artwork, it's important to review the submission guide on our website. This guide provides information about the submission form, deadlines and FAQs. Make sure to follow this guide carefully to ensure that your submission is considered.
2. Prepare your artwork: Once you've reviewed the submission guide, it's time to prepare your artwork. If you're submitting a series of works, make sure they're all clearly labeled and organized.
3. Fill out the submission form: In your form, introduce yourself and your artwork. Be sure to include a brief artist's statement and explain how your artwork fits the theme of the upcoming issue, if applicable. It's also important to include any relevant links or social media handles that will help WA Magazine learn more about your work.
4. Submit your artwork: You can submit your artwork via email to the address provided in the submission guide (wamagazine.ca@gmail.com). Make sure you include your submission form and all necessary attachments. If you're submitting a large file, consider using a file-sharing service like Dropbox, google drive or WeTransfer.
5. Wait for a response: Once you've submitted your artwork, patientently wait while WA reviews your submission.
6. Celebrate your success: You'll receive an email notifying you of our decision and providing you with the details of the next steps. If you've been accepted, celebrate your success and share the news with your friends and family!

Submitting your artwork to WA Magazine is a great way to gain exposure and connect with other artists in Canada. By following these simple steps and adhering to the submission guide, you can increase your chances of acceptence and share your artwork with a wider audience.

Submission Tips:

1. Follow the Submission Guidelines: It's important to carefully read and follow the submission guidelines. If there's a theme for the upcoming issue, make sure your artwork fits that theme. Failure to follow the submission guidelines could result in your artwork being rejected without consideration.
2. Make sure your artwork is polished: Before submitting your artwork, take the time to make sure it is captured to the best of your ability. Make sure your artwork is in focus, clear, well-lit, and in a clean environment.
3. Write a compelling artist bio: Your artist bio is your chance to introduce yourself and your artwork. Make sure it's well-written, concise, and represents you well.
4. Show your personality: Let your personality shine through. Use your artwork and artist bio to show your unique perspective and style. Don't be afraid to take creative risks or experiment with new techniques.
5. Be professional: It's important to be professional in your communication and behavior. This means using proper grammar and spelling in your submission guide, and responding promptly and courteously to any requests or feedback from the magazine.

By following these tips, you can increase your chances of getting your artwork accepted by WA Magazine. No matter the outcome, it's important to keep creating and pursuing your artistic passions. We look forward to reviewing your submission!